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Tom Kent Radio Network Aligns with SAG-AFTRA
RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, June 21, 2017 |
The Tom Kent Radio Network inks a multi-year deal with SAG-AFTRA, becoming the first major independent American music syndication network to ratify such an agreement. In a release, TKRN said, "The network was built on the premise of talent first and becoming a SAG-AFTRA shop puts that priority in more of an official capacity and center stage focus." TKRN currently has over 500 affiliates in the U.S.
President/CEO Tom Kent, "Our team is more than excited to become an SAG-AFTRA shop. We embrace all of it's principles and look forward to a long and prosperous future together. Working with the head of SAG-AFTRA local Brian Lysell has been a total pleasure. Our current and future affiliates know how committed we have been to showcasing excellent talent and this deal is a major indication that our commitment will continue."
SAG-AFTRA Ohio-Pittsburg Local Executive Director Brian Lysell added, "SAG-AFTRA is proud to represent the employees of The Tom Kent Radio Network. Since 1937, broadcasters have joined together through SAG-AFTRA to protect their ability to earn a living, to defend standards of professionalism, and to elevate working conditions in an extremely challenging industry... We look forward to standing with the employees of The Tom Kent Radio Network for a long time to come."
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