Policy Advocacy
Influences legislation and regulations affecting industry through strategic lobbying and coalition building
Trade association representing the broadcasting industry and station owners
About Organization
Industry association advocating for radio and television broadcasters on legislative and regulatory issues. Based in Washington, DC, NAB provides advocacy, networking, and professional development for broadcast station owners and operators. The organization reported $145.0 million in revenue for 2023.
Policy Advocacy
Influences legislation and regulations affecting industry through strategic lobbying and coalition building
Member Value
Delivers services, resources, and benefits helping members succeed in competitive business environment
Industry Leadership
Sets professional standards, promotes ethical practices, and advances industry reputation
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2024)
$71.5M
+15.3% vs 2023
Expenses (2024)
$73.6M
+6.6% vs 2023
Assets (2024)
$207.9M
+7.6% vs 2023
Employees (2024)
133
+3.9% vs 2023
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $71,545,822 | $73,571,640 | $207,895,781 | 133 |
| 2023 | $62,064,692 | $69,045,689 | $193,268,914 | 128 |
| 2022 | $57,140,938 | $63,888,976 | $195,450,321 | 128 |
| 2020 | $24,097,427 | $54,210,802 | $279,314,431 | 156 |
| 2019 | $92,404,239 | $77,881,965 | $217,985,181 | 186 |
| 2018 | $73,650,207 | $75,373,051 | $172,809,240 | 166 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Identifies community priorities through data analysis, stakeholder input, and environmental scanning
Develops evidence-based interventions addressing identified needs with measurable outcomes
Implements programs through qualified staff, volunteers, and community partners
Monitors results, collects feedback, and adjusts strategies for continuous improvement
Services and programs offered by National Association Of Broadcasters
Represents member interests through lobbying, policy development, and engagement with government officials
Provides training, certifications, and educational resources advancing member skills and knowledge
Conducts studies and publishes data informing members about market trends and best practices
Meet the people behind National Association Of Broadcasters.
1927
1927
Established as nonprofit corporation serving community needs
2023
2023
Enhanced service delivery reaching more individuals and strengthening community partnerships
2024
2024
Maintained service delivery and organizational stability despite external challenges
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2024)
$9.6M
Highest Paid
$3.0M
Curtis Legeyt
Compensated Officers
12
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Legeyt | President & Chief Executive Officer | $2,923,659 | $44,587 | $2,968,246 | 57 |
| Richard Kaplan | CLO & EVP, Legal & REG. Affairs | $1,349,779 | $46,723 | $1,396,502 | 57 |
| Cara Michelle Semone Lehman | Chief Of Staff & EVP, Public Affairs | $813,137 | $20,509 | $833,646 | 55 |
| Shawn R Donilon | EVP, Gov. Relations | $688,204 | $16,612 | $704,816 | 55 |
| April Carty-Sipp | EVP, Industry Affairs | $596,389 | $45,527 | $641,916 | 55 |
| Robert Matheny | CTO & EVP, Technology | $602,963 | $36,124 | $639,087 | 55 |
| Karen Chupka | Man. DIR. & EVP, Global Connections | $611,780 | $23,244 | $635,024 | 55 |
| Tea Gennaro | CFO & EVP Of Operations | $530,583 | $50,415 | $580,998 | 57 |
| Lynn D Claudy | SVP, Technology | $433,296 | $38,391 | $471,687 | 55 |
| John P Smedile | SVP, Gov. Relations | $451,454 | $11,614 | $463,068 | 55 |
| Christopher A Brown | Man. DIR. & EVP (To 3/31/24) | $187,927 | $14,930 | $202,857 | 55 |
| Ireta Duke | Chief Impact Officer | $79,211 | $22,816 | $102,027 | 12.06 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis J Legeyt | President & Chief Executive Officer | $2,502,096 | $34,362 | $2,536,458 | 57 |
| Richard Kaplan | CLO & EVP, Legal & REG. Affairs | $1,369,779 | $34,362 | $1,404,141 | 57 |
| Cara Michelle Semone Lehman | Chief Of Staff & EVP, Public Affairs | $758,242 | $34,362 | $792,604 | 55 |
| Shawn R Donilon | EVP, Gov. Relations | $695,856 | $9,955 | $705,811 | 55 |
| Christopher A Brown | Man. DIR. & EVP, Global Connections | $647,737 | $27,369 | $675,106 | 55 |
| April Carty-Sipp | EVP, Industry Affairs | $593,211 | $34,362 | $627,573 | 55 |
| Robert Matheny | CTO & EVP, Technology | $584,861 | $31,024 | $615,885 | 55 |
| Tea Gennaro | CFO & EVP Of Operations | $540,050 | $33,870 | $573,920 | 57 |
| John P Smedile | SVP, Gov. Relations | $451,605 | $11,364 | $462,969 | 55 |
| Lynn D Claudy | SVP, Technology | $422,700 | $27,804 | $450,504 | 55 |
| Ireta Duke | Chief Diversity Officer | $80,478 | $18,965 | $99,443 | 12.69 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis J Legeyt | President & Chief Executive Officer | $2,196,581 | $33,362 | $2,229,943 | 57 |
| Richard Kaplan | CLO & EVP, Legal & REG. Affairs | $1,581,629 | $26,001 | $1,607,630 | 57 |
| Cara Michelle Semone Lehman | Chief Of Staff & EVP, Public Affairs | $748,542 | $24,464 | $773,006 | 55 |
| Christopher A Brown | Man. DIR. & EVP, Global Connections And Events | $622,737 | $26,369 | $649,106 | 55 |
| Robert Matheny | CTO And EVP, Technology | $605,898 | $25,647 | $631,545 | 55 |
| Shawn R Donilon | EVP, Gov. Relations | $560,634 | $9,949 | $570,583 | 55 |
| April Carty-Sipp | EVP, Industry Affairs | $530,639 | $33,362 | $564,001 | 55 |
| Lynn D Claudy | SVP, Technology | $444,714 | $26,804 | $471,518 | 55 |
| John P Smedile | SVP, Gov. Relations | $428,884 | $1,498 | $430,382 | 55 |
| Tea Gennaro | CFO & EVP Of Finance & Admin. | $387,148 | $32,368 | $419,516 | 57 |
| Ireta Duke | Chief Diversity Officer | $48,866 | $18,793 | $67,659 | 9 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon H Smith | President & CEO | $3,506,249 | $10,672 | $3,516,921 | 60 |
| Richard Kaplan | EVP, Legal & Regulatory Affairs | $1,311,263 | $38,290 | $1,349,553 | 55 |
| Curtis J Legeyt | Chief Operating Officer | $1,092,346 | $38,290 | $1,130,636 | 57 |
| Christopher A Brown | EVP, Conventions & Bus. Operations | $570,303 | $32,580 | $602,883 | 55 |
| Cara Michelle Semones Lehman | EVP, Public Affairs | $519,726 | $38,290 | $558,016 | 55 |
| Robert Sam Matheny | EVP, CTO | $491,336 | $38,290 | $529,626 | 55 |
| Shawn R Donilon | EVP, Gov. Relations | $471,921 | $9,867 | $481,788 | 55 |
| So Vang | VP, Advanced Technology | $423,903 | $32,870 | $456,773 | 55 |
| April Carty-Sipp | EVP, Industry Affairs | $417,499 | $38,290 | $455,789 | 55 |
| Lynn Claudy | SVP, Technology | $421,350 | $30,188 | $451,538 | 55 |
| Patricia Johnson | EVP, Finance And CFO (Thru 06/30/20) | $252,035 | $4,235 | $256,270 | 57 |
| Tea Gennaro | Chief Financial Officer (From 11/20) | $73,081 | $2,412 | $75,493 | 57 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon H Smith | President & CEO | $3,861,902 | $20,286 | $3,882,188 | 60 |
| Richard Kaplan | EVP, Legal | $1,391,297 | $40,663 | $1,431,960 | 55 |
| Christopher D Ornelas | COO (Until 1/31/2020) | $865,227 | $43,739 | $908,966 | 57 |
| Curtis J Legeyt | COO As Of 2/1/2020) | $792,734 | $43,541 | $836,275 | 55 |
| Steven W Newberry | EVP, Industry Affairs & Strategic Planning | $745,053 | $43,541 | $788,594 | 55 |
| Christopher A Brown | EVP, Conventions & Business OPS | $621,980 | $43,142 | $665,122 | 55 |
| Robert S Matheny | EVP, CTO | $553,784 | $43,541 | $597,325 | 55 |
| Mark D Wharton | EVP, Communication | $509,592 | $43,574 | $553,166 | 55 |
| Cara Michelle Semones Lehman | EVP, Marketing | $436,028 | $43,541 | $479,569 | 55 |
| Lynn D Claudy | SVP, Technology | $409,894 | $32,990 | $442,884 | 55 |
| Trish Johnson CPA | EVP, Finance & CFO As Of 2/1/20 | $352,430 | $24,317 | $376,747 | 57 |
| John P Smedile | SVP, Government Relations | $335,519 | $10,334 | $345,853 | 55 |
| Shawn Donilon | EVP, Gov. Relations As Of 2/1/20 | $334,709 | $9,883 | $344,592 | 55 |
| Bart Stringham | SVP, Corporate Counsel (Until 6/3/19) | $128,255 | $13,643 | $141,898 | 57 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
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Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.
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