2024 LPTVBA Mike Gravino
Hall of Fame Awards
Each year, the LPTVBA honors members of the broadcasting community who contribute to the advancement of LPTV stations, and who exemplify the highest standards LPTV broadcasters have to offer.
These awards are dedicated to the late great Mike Gravino. A champion of LPTV throughout his illustrious career, most notably securing 150 million dollar spectrum repack fund for local broadcasters. He would go on the start the LPTV Spectrum Coalition, with the goal of leveling the playing field for local broadcasters. He serves as the inspiration for our association, and his enthusiasm for local power TV will continue to be felt for generations to come.
This year, we are proud to announce the recipient who demonstrate the highest level of local power broadcasting.
Peter Tannenwald
2023 LPTVBA Mike Gravino
Hall of Fame Awards
“In appreciation for the decades of deploying the highest engineering and technical standards in building LPTV broadcasting stations”.
Bill Barrow
Bill is one of the most trusted names in broadcasting. Having served in the industry for over 45 years, he is an expert in television broadcasting manufacturing and other television engineering services. He is currently the President of Pro Service Inc. A company that specializes in television transmitter manufacturing, sales, and installation.
“For Years of Dedication and Influence in LPTV Broadcasting”.
Perry Priestly
Perry is a landmark in the broadcast industry. He is considered a top salesman with strong engineering talents. He is currently the Chief Sales Officer for Broadcast Electronics, who are one of the largest broadcast equipment manufacturers in the world, and are leading the charge in software solutions for radio broadcasters such as, automation playout systems, and datacasting.
Jeff Winemiller
“For the vision, perseverance, and sheer determination for the construction of LPTV broadcasting stations and communities across the nation”.
Jeff has been serving the broadcast community for over 40 years. He is a creative technologist, entrepreneur, and has formed lasting relationships with key broadcast clients. He established Lowcounty 34 Media Inc. Along with being one of the original owners of an RF company that was purchased by Vitec, he now currently runs a communications company, Wave Central, that offers cost-effective advertising and innovative programming.