Wichita Radio: Envision Closes On KFTI-FM

The acquisition of a Wichita radio station by Envision is an example of how CEO Michael Monteferrante, almost two years into the job, is trying to expand the nonprofit’s mission of providing services and support to people who are visually impaired.

On Friday Envision closed on the purchase of KFTI 92.3 FM, a 100,000-watt radio station, from Journal Broadcast Group.

Monteferrante said the radio acquisition allows Envision to provide a different source of employment for people who are blind and low vision, diversifies Envision’s revenue sources, and creates a platform for the organization to spread awareness of what it does, The Wichita Eagle reports

He sees that deal as part of a broader strategic plan implemented last year that aims to broaden and strengthen Envision’s programs and services and improve and expand its business operations, which account for at least 90 percent of the 81-year-old organization’s funding.

“The mission doesn’t happen without the margin,” he said.

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It’s the business operations of Envision that support its non-employment programs and services for visually impaired people. Its services include a visual rehabilitation center and child development center. The centers are in addition to programs for seniors and kids, and specialty programs in areas such as art, music, golf and assistive technology.