NAFB Webinars
Professional Development for NAFB Members
From script writing and podcasting tips to radio listenership research and navigating the halls of Congress, the NAFB Academy offers NAFB members multiple professional development opportunities throughout the year.
In addition to in-person professional development at the annual NAFB Convention in November, the association also conducts regular NAFB webinars on topics chosen by members! We bring the thought leaders and influencers to members to sharpen their skills and perspectives.
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Check out the latest sessions below.
Additional professional development operations are available during NAFB events, such as the annual NAFB Convention.
Our latest Webinar:
Tips from the Marketing & Sales Experts
Listen to NAFB's "Selling Ag Radio at the Local Level," our June 4 webinar featuring experienced ag radio sales professionals who shared practical strategies for building client relationships, growing revenue, and demonstrating the value of farm broadcasting in today’s media environment.
Panelists Jeff Reese (Ohio Ag Net), Katie Kaliff-Jagels (KRVN Radio/Rural Radio Network), Amelia Siroky (Northern Broadcasting/Northern Ag Network), and Brian Winnekins (WRDN Radio) discuss how understanding agriculture, preparing for sales calls, leveraging audience research, utilizing events and community connections, and integrating multi-media solutions can help broadcasters become trusted marketing partners. Whether you're new to ag sales or looking to sharpen your approach, this webinar offers real-world insights and proven techniques for selling ag radio at the local level.
Panelist Overview:
Jeff Reese: Local Sales & Marketing Specialist – Ohio Agnet
Jeff brings a wealth of sales experience to share. Jeff built great producer relationships during his 7 years working at a local Co-Op as a grain originator and transportation specialist. Jeff joined OH Agnet 11 years ago and he will share an overview of his client portfolio, and his preparation for making sales calls to his diverse client base.
Katie Kaliff-Jagels: Account Executive – KRVN Radio & Rural Radio Network of NE
Katie has been in agriculture all her life and graduated from Kansas State with a Bachelor of Science – Marketing. She spent 2 years as a District Sales Manager for AgriGold before joining KRVN and the Rural Radio Network of NE almost 12 years ago. With full-state coverage options, Katie is able to provide coverage for row crop acres, livestock and some specialty markets like sugarbeets, sorghum and wheat.
Amelia Siroky: Sales & Marketing – Northern Broadcasting / Northern Ag Network
Amelia brings a diverse background to the panel starting as a service manager with Wells Fargo and then owning her own business before joining Northern Broadcasting almost 10 years ago. Relationships are very important in the ag community and Amelia utilizes shows and events to strengthen these relationships with her key marketing contacts. Ameilia’s portfolio of clients includes livestock, small grains, equipment, row crop and more.
Brian Winnekins: Owner, Farm News Director – WRDN Radio of Durand, WI
Brian’s 30+ years of broadcasting experience, and now station owner, allows him to share what he is looking for in a local sales person and the resources his NAFB membership provides to his sales team. Understanding research, strength of the relationships a farm broadcaster builds with their listening audience as well as understanding multi-media are very important items to have in your sales toolbox.
NAFB Webinar Library
Miss a live webinar? Catch up here!
Selling Ag Radio at the Local Level (6-4-26) Watch here.
Farm Radio in the Media Mix: Impact and Outcomes (4-15-26) Watch here.
Navigating Washington Watch: How to Grow Your Network in Our Nation's Capital. (3-27-25) Watch here.
NAFB Student Members Webinar (9-25-24) Watch here.
Virtual Media Event: Hunger in Rural America (9-9-25) Watch here.
NAFB Farm Radio Listenership Research (6-27-24) Watch here.
Podcasting (6-18-24) Watch here.
Adding Unique Revenue Streams in Farm Broadcasting (6-18-24) Watch here.
Tips for a Successful NAFB Trade Talk (10-25-23) Watch here.