Industry Shout-out - CMB

CMB Industry Shout-out – Alan Bonde

CMB Online — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 04:12:08 +0000

“A shout-out to Alan Bonde, Program Director of KSLT, who I’ve had the privilege of mentoring this year. Alan brings a genuine curiosity to programming and doesn’t just want to know what works; he wants to understand why. I appreciate the thoughtful questions he asks, the way he thinks deeply about the decisions he makes as a programmer, and how seriously he takes serving his station and listeners well. Our conversations are always worthwhile, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn from each other.”

– Ryan Springer, Program Director, WBGL

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CMB Industry Shout-out – Kai Elmer

CMB Online — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:11:39 +0000

“Kai Elmer, VP of National Promotion for Fair Trade Services… the man, the myth, the legend. I was talking with another radio friend recently, and Kai’s name came up because of how thoughtful he has been to us both. I don’t know how he does it, but Kai has a gift for remembering people and going the extra mile to make them feel appreciated!”

– Sam Dye, Station Manager, Way Truth Life Radio (WTLR)

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CMB Industry Shout-out – Jon Hamilton

CMB Online — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:26:30 +0000

“Shout out to Jon Hamilton, President of Christian FM Media. I’ve watched Jon go above and beyond to serve owners and continue to elevate CCM. His leadership at CFM has equip stations, personalities, and owners with the tools that help better serve their audiences and foster meaningful connections. His innovative approach and passion for ministry has helped shaped CCM into a powerful platform for hope and inspiration.”

– Geoff Moore, National Affiliations Director, Christian FM Media

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CMB Industry Shout-out – Tony Weir

CMB Online — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:19:35 +0000

“Tony Weir, CEO/Program Director, The House FM and The House of Praise: That’s a nice title, but “The Heart and Soul of The House FM and The House of Praise” would be more accurate. You’ve been a leader in The House ministries for 34 years. Here’s the amazing part — you haven’t lost your passion to serve the audience with a vision of hope through music, companionship, and public service. I would tell you to take a breath and slow down, but I know you would move faster. Strength to you as the rest of us try to catch up!”

– Ron Harrell, StoryFinder, Harrell Media Group

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CMB Industry Shout-out – Adam McCain

CMB Online — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:53:18 +0000

“Shout-out to Adam McCain, Chief Operating Officer of PAR and morning show co-host at WCQR. Adam leads across PAR’s family of stations and what stands out to me is the way he leads people. He’s always looking for ways to support his team and invest in people, while also making his family a priority. That balance is something I really admire. Adam, you’re a great example of thoughtful, intentional leadership in our industry. Grateful to know you and to learn from your example.”

– Beth Bacall, Media Personality – Finney Media Talent Coach

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CMB Industry Shout-out – Beth Bacall

CMB Online — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:01:26 +0000

“I would like to give a Shout-out to Beth Bacall (Air Talent & Talent Coach with Christian FM & Finney Media). I am always listening to other stations to find quality talent from around the country that I can listen to and learn from, and that’s where I found Beth. I’ve always been amazed at how she finds an angle that makes the content come alive, that feels so personal and conversational. Beth lives in the music, and there’s always forward momentum. HOPE 100.7 and 88.3 now use Beth as our Talent Coach. She has a great gift of pushing our talent while at the same time leaving them with encouragement!”

– Daryl Pierce, Program Director, Hope 100.7/93.7 The Light

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CMB Industry Shout-out – Dusty Rhodes

CMB Online — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:15:08 +0000

“A shout-out to Dusty Rhodes (President, Mission Growth Strategies), who showed me a simple kindness that changed my life nearly FORTY years ago! I was a struggling PD in a run-down double-wide trailer at an AM/FM Christian station in Syracuse through the 80‘s. I was desperate to get out (my dream job would be to work at a record company!) so I paid my way to Gospel Music Week (GMA Week in Nashville) in April 1987 to finally meet all the label promoters who I’d never met face to face. Dusty (who was at Top 10 station WPIT/Pittsburgh at the time) and Brad Burkhart did a session that week about how the Christian radio format needed to change. Then they split the group into two for further drilling down. I went with Dusty’s group and afterwards screwed up my courage to ask if I could buy him lunch and talk more. He said yes! Dusty was so kind and encouraging. I will never forget that day at Satsuma (a southern meat & three, believe it or not) with him. I was 26 years old. One year later, I was running the radio promo department at Myrrh Records in LA. This is an encouragement to veterans reading this to be available and open to speak into the lives and careers of those much younger than us. (Fun fact – during that time period, a young Aaron Shust in Pittsburgh would sit in his room with a guitar and sing along to songs he was listening to on WPIT, wondering if HE could ever be an artist someday!)”

– Chris Hauser, Owner/President, Chris Hauser Promotions

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CMB Industry Shout-out – Juan Carlos Reyes

CMB Online — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:30:27 +0000

“Shout-out to Juan Carlos Reyes (Station Manager/Morning Show Host at KBNJ Corpus Christi)! I’ve known “JC” for years, and I can’t think of a single conversation with him that I didn’t walk away feeling more joyful, more thankful, and more inspired. I think I used a double-negative in that last sentence, but I’ve only ever seen JC be double-positive! JC, thank you for living with integrity and for shining the light of Jesus!”

– Adam Hannan, Station Manager, Life 88.5

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CMB Industry Shout-out – Justin Brown

CMB Online — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:54:06 +0000

“Grateful for Justin Brown (Music Director/On-Air Host, WDJC) today! Celebrating 23 years at WDJC in Birmingham is quite the accomplishment. Not only is Justin a great programmer and friend, he’s…SANTA!”

– Jonathan Unthank, Assistant Director of Programming & Content, The Light FM

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CMB Industry Shout-out – Siara Swinehart

CMB Online — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:22:30 +0000

“Siara Swinehart from Provident Label Group, not only are you kind and caring (on and off the phone), but you are such a hard-worker! I see you trying to juggle being a mom, wife, friend, and great colleague to your Provident Team, and I want you to know that hard work and love is seen, so don’t ever let the enemy tell you differently. We may not talk always like we use to, but when we do, you’ve always been intentional about my work stuff, my family, and my thoughts on songs. I have always felt refreshed and heard after a music chat with you, whether it be great news or “we have to wait” news. And I will also always be thankful of how you’ve treated my team and my family, and I hope you’ve felt that back (even though I scare-hugged your poor husband after finally getting to meet him, lol). Keep doing what you’re doing amiga!!”

– Nikki Martinez, Music Director & Midday Show Host, KVNE

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