The 2014 Radio Show, produced by the Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB) and National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), will include a Super Session interview between Dan Harris, co-anchor of ABC's "Nightline" and "Good Morning America" weekend edition, and Alan Mulally, former president and chief executive officer of Ford Motor Company and current Google board member. The Super Session will occur Thursday, September 11 at 3:00 p.m.
This powerhouse session, titled "Executive Future," will feature an in-depth and insightful interview with Alan Mulally focused on the future of Radio, technology and the automotive industry. On the heels of the re-launch of ABC News Radio, this will be a captivating supersession filled with an in-depth examination of the automotive industry – an important category for radio – along with the positive implications for radio as it pertains to technology.
Immediately following the Super Session, Dan Harris will host a special meditation talk and signing of his number one New York Times best-selling book, "10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Really Works – A True Story."
"As the former chief executive of one of the 'Big Three' automotive companies, Alan Mulallay will have insights and opinions on the future of automotive and radio’s role on the dash and its future in an internet world," noted Erica Farber, president and CEO, Radio Advertising Bureau. "We're confident Harris will ask the important questions, making this a thought provoking session for all of our attendees."
After joining the Ford Motor Company in 2006, Mulally led the company's transformation into one of the world's leading automakers with the implementation of the One Ford plan. Prior to his tenure at Ford Motor Company, Mulally served as executive vice president of The Boeing Company and president and chief executive officer of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Over the course of his career, Mulally has been recognized for his vast achievements in business and industry leadership by Fortune, Barron's and was named "One of the World's Most Influential People" by TIME magazine.
Dan Harris was named co-anchor of ABC News' "Nightline" in 2013. He is also the co-anchor of the weekend edition of "Good Morning America." Harris' book, "10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Really Works – A True Story," was published in March 2014.
About the Radio Show
The 2014 Radio Show, produced by the Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB) and the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), will be held September 10-12 in Indianapolis. This year's show brings radio broadcasters and industry colleagues together to share knowledge, discover the latest innovations, network with industry leaders and explore creative business strategies for the digital age. To learn more about the 2014 Radio Show, visit www.radioshowweb.com.
About RAB
The Radio Advertising Bureau serves more than 6,000 member Radio stations in the U.S. and over 1,000 member networks, representative firms, broadcast vendors, and international organizations. RAB leads and participates in educational, research, sales, and advocacy programs that promote and advance Radio as a primary advertising medium. Learn more at www.rab.com.
About NAB
The National Association of Broadcasters is the premier advocacy association for America's broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age. Learn more at www.nab.org.
