Saga's Chris Forgy Elected to BFOA Board of Directors

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Chris Forgy

The Broadcasters Foundation of America elects Saga Communicatrions President and Chief Executive Officer Chris Forgy to its board of directors. The vote took place last week during the Broadcasters Foundation board meeting in New York. Broadcasters Foundation is the only charity devoted exclusively to providing financial assistance to broadcasters who are experiencing devastating illness or tragedy and need help.

Broadcasters Foundation Chair Scott Herman said, "Chris is a well-respected leader in the broadcast industry, and I'm delighted to welcome him to our Board. His input will be valuable as we continue to deliver aid to our colleagues who are in desperate need."

"I have always believed in giving back to the industry that has allowed me to be of service to local communities," stated Forgy. "Colleagues who have fallen on extremely difficult circumstances need and deserve our support. I am honored to serve on the board and contribute to the Foundation's charitable mission."

Prior to being named to his current position, Forgy spent close to five years as Saga's Chief Operating Officer. Before that, he was at the helm of the company's four-station cluster in Columbus, OH. He also held stints at Nationwide Communications, Susquehanna Broadcasting, Rodriguez Broadcasting and Great Trails Broadcasting, starting out as a sales representative and moving through the ranks to General Sales Manager, Director of Sales, eventually into station management, to his current executive leadership role.

The Broadcasters Foundation distributes monthly grants to support broadcasters on a continual basis while they recover from an illness or accident. Emergency grants provide one-time financial aid following a devastating natural disaster or home emergency. More information about the Broadcasters Foundation, including how to make a donation or apply for aid, is available here.