The 2009 ProgramDirector.net Awards annually recognizes the best of our industry from the unique perspective of the members of the various forums hosted by ProgramDirector.net. This year more than 650 valid votes were cast in the various categories.
The awards have become known for their unique trophies and this year is no exception. Each winner will receive a USB powered am/fm radio shaped like a classic desk mic. The base of the mic will be plated with the winner information. A photo replica appears on this page.
THE 2009 WINNERS ARE:
- Station Of The Year: WGTS, Washington, DC
- Program Director Of The Year: David Pierce, KLOVE
- Music Director Of The Year: Jeff Cruz, WPOZ
- Morning Show Of The Year: Brant Hansen, WAYF
- DJ Of The Year: Shannon Steele, KDUV
- Website of the year: KCMS www.spirit1053.com
- Newcomer of the Year: Matt Ingle, Provident Label Group
In addition to the awards above, a Founders Award was given by PDNet founder Bob Thornton to one industry "Agent Of Change" who has positively affected Christian Radio either through a significant individual act or a consistant body of work over a career or period of time. This years recipient is Jon Rivers.
Last year's winners:
- Station Of The Year: WCSG, Grand Rapids, MI
- Program Director Of The Year: Chuck Pryor, KSBJ Houston
- Music Director Of The Year: Chalmer Harper, WCQR
- Morning Show Of The Year: Mike & Susan, KSBJ Houston
- DJ Of The Year: Bonnie Curry, KLTY Dallas
- Website of the year: www.ksbj.org
- Newcomer of the Year: Valerie Stone, INO Records
- Founders Award: Grant Hubbard, EMI-CMG
