The Georgia Association of Broadcasters (GAB) held its highly anticipated annual convention, GABCON, from September 6th to 7th in Jekyll Island. This year’s event was a tremendous success, bringing together industry leaders, broadcasters, and media professionals to explore the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of broadcasting.
The convention started with a welcome reception on Friday night where attendees were able to explore the exhibition area showcasing the latest broadcast equipment, software solutions, and services. Leading industry vendors demonstrated cutting-edge technologies and tools designed to enhance broadcasting operations.
Networking sessions facilitated meaningful connections among broadcasters, providing opportunities to discuss collaborations, share experiences, and catch up with their fellow broadcasters.
The convention featured a range of interactive workshops covering topics from news and content, to management, and engineering. These sessions, led by industry experts, helped to equip attendees with valuable skills and knowledge to advance their careers and adapt to the fast-paced changes in the broadcasting field. Click the button below for a full list of sessions.
The annual Honor’s Luncheon recognized individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the broadcasting industry this past year. The event featured a heartfelt presentation of awards including:
The Ditty-McLemore Engineering Award
- Scott Trask
- Johnny Bridges
- Larry Nixon
Golden Mic Recipient- Donna W. Hyland, President & CEO of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Georgian of the Year- Georgia Governor Brian Kemp
Legislator of the Year- Jason Anavitarte, Georgia State Senator- District 31
The luncheon concluded with a panel discussion on how AI is transforming business in the Peach State. It was a dynamic discussion exploring the transformative power of artificial intelligence on Georgia’s economy with these industry leaders:
One of the standout moments of GABCON 2024 was the presentation of the inaugural Rising Stars Awards, recognizing young broadcasters who have shown exceptional promise and dedication early in their careers. The awardees participated in a dynamic panel discussion about the future of broadcasting, offering fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. Click the button below to here to read more about this year’s Rising Stars.
The premiere event of GABCON was the sold-out GABBY Awards! The GAB was honored to award 85 GABBY and Merit Awards during this year’s ceremony to numerous deserving broadcasters. The GAB’s very own President, Bob Houghton was honored at this year’s Broadcaster of the Year. Click the button below for a full list of GABBY and Merit Award winners or to order your award duplicates.
GABCON 2024 successfully highlighted the vibrant and forward-thinking nature of the broadcasting industry. The event provided a platform for knowledge exchange, professional development, and networking, setting the stage for continued advancement and collaboration in the field. Please click the link below to fill out the post-event survey. Even if you did not attend GABCON, please let us know why! We are always looking for ways to improve the GAB’s events.
