The New York State Broadcasters Association (NYSBA) today announced the appointment of Heidi Raphael as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding longtime President and CEO David Donovan.
Donovan, who has led the Association for the past 15 years, will transition from the President and CEO role later this year while continuing to direct NYSBA’s government relations and advocacy efforts in Albany and Washington, D.C. Under his leadership, NYSBA strengthened its position as one of the nation’s leading state broadcast associations, advancing the interests of broadcasters through advocacy, education, professional development, public service initiatives, and industry engagement.
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| Heidi Raphael |
With more than 30 years of experience in broadcasting, communications, public affairs, and industry advocacy, Raphael currently serves as Chief Communications Officer of Beasley Media Group. During her nearly decade-long tenure, she has helped lead the company’s communications strategy, strengthen its industry presence, and support major corporate initiatives and strategic growth efforts.
Prior to joining Beasley Media Group, Raphael spent more than 20 years with Greater Media, Inc., one of the nation’s leading privately held broadcasting companies, where she rose through the ranks to become Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications.
“We are thrilled to welcome Heidi Raphael as the next President and CEO of the New York State Broadcasters Association,” said Chris Musial, Chairman of the NYSBA Board of Directors and Vice President/General Manager of WBBZ-TV. “Heidi brings an exceptional combination of leadership experience, industry knowledge, and passion for broadcasting. We are confident she is the right leader to guide NYSBA into its next chapter while continuing the outstanding work David Donovan has led over the past decade and a half.”