As the year winds down, and radio takes a breather from its many challenges, and hopefully, most of you do the same, I just wanted to take a moment to thank clients, friends, and readers of this blog. It has indeed been a tough year for just about everyone in this business, whether you've found yourself shockingly on the outside looking in, or whether you're toiling away in less-than-wonderful conditions in the thick of things.
This year has brought many of radio's long-standing problems and vulnerabilities to a head, and has tested us all. For us at Jacobs Media, it's been a learning opportunity, as it's called in Washington, D.C. Our apps business has thrived this year, thanks to the vision and hard work of Tim Davis, Paul Jacobs, our newest hire Scott Holiday, and our entire staff, who have stepped up in a big way.
We are still dedicated to radio and the growth of this venerable industry, but this "NTR" has become an important part of our company's arsenal. It has provided us with an even broader view of the tech world, and it has helped us better envision how radio can continue to morph and adapt to the many challenges ahead.
So thanks again for your support, your input, your encouragement, and your criticism. We will continue to call 'em as we see 'em, and hopefully strike that balance between being constructive but critical; a little fiery without being pedantic; and empathetic but with an occasional burst of frustration about why it can't be better.
We appreciate you taking the ride with us. This blog will be back on Monday the 28th with a few end-of-year entries, and perhaps a "best of" or two as we put the wraps on 2009. And then we'll see you, ready to fight the good fight on Monday, January 4th.
Happy, safe, and peaceful holidays to you all.
Jacobs Media has consistently walked the walk in the digital space, providing insights and guidance through its well-read national Techsurveys.
In 2008, jacapps was launched - a mobile apps company that has designed and built more than 1,300 apps for both the Apple and Android platforms. In 2013, the DASH Conference was created - a mashup of radio and automotive, designed to foster better understanding of the "connected car" and its impact.
Along with providing the creative and intellectual direction for the company, Fred consults many of Jacobs Media's commercial and public radio clients, in addition to media brands looking to thrive in the rapidly changing tech environment.
Fred was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2018.
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Thank you Fred and Company for the wisdom, support and friendship. May the new year bring us all happiness and prosperity. Tommy Griffiths
http://www.TommyGriffiths.com
Many Thanks