The New York State Broadcasters Association has announced the 2026 graduating class of its Rising Leaders Fellowship program.
The graduates are Danielle Ashworth, sales manager, Regional Radio Group, LLC; Candace Curby, promotions director and on-air personality, Albany Broadcasting; Josh Koumjian, news director, WNYT(TV) and WNYA(TV); Kathleen O’Hare-Stewart, controller, WHEC(TV); Rob Taylor, news director, NewsChannel 9 WSYR(TV); Brielle Travis, account Executive, Pamal Broadcasting; Veronica Volk, executive producer/director of podcast strategy, WXXI(TV/AM/FM); and Natasha Yurek, senior executive producer, Nexstar/WIVB(TV).
NYSBA President and Executive Director Heidi Raphael said, “The future of local broadcasting depends on leaders who understand both our evolving business and the responsibilities of serving our local communities. This year’s graduates represent the talent, dedication and potential that will move our industry forward. By investing in our fellow’s development, we are investing in the future of New York’s radio and television stations and the commitment we make to our local communities.”
NYSBA Board Member and Fellowship Program Dean Marc Jaromin added, “Our goal is not simply to help talented people take the next step in their careers. Our goal is to help build leaders who make the people and organizations around them better.”
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