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Richard Wiley To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award From Broadcasters Foundation Of America
by Perry Michael Simon
January 20, 2023 at 7:26 AM (PT)
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The BROADCASTERS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA will honor attorney and former FCC Chairman RICHARD E. WILEY with its 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award at the GOLDEN MIKE AWARD gala MARCH 6th at the PLAZA HOTEL in NEW YORK,
“DICK’s commitment to fight for our industry in WASHINGTON has given broadcasters the opportunity to grow their business,” said FOUNDATION Chairman SCOTT HERMAN. “His strong belief in our industry has extended to his support of the mission of the BROADCASTERS FOUNDATION to help those in our business who need it most. We are honored to present him with the Lifetime Achievement Award.”
“I am honored to receive this Lifetime Achievement Award from the BROADCASTERS FOUNDATION,” said WILEY. “Since arriving at the FCC more than 50 years ago, and co-founding our DC law firm almost 40 years ago, it’s been a privilege to work with broadcasters on landmark innovations including the development of high-definition TV. I’m proud to be a part of this great industry’s evolution, and to support the FOUNDATION’s mission of providing a critical safety net for members of the broadcast profession.”
“DICK has been a driving force in the advancement of the broadcast industry for both radio and television,” said FOUNDATION Pres. TIM MCCARTHY. “His achievements have allowed our industry to remain competitive in the ever-evolving media landscape, and we are delighted to recognize him for his many accomplishments.”
Find out more and reserve a table or seat at the event by calling (212) 373-8250 or emailing info@thebfoa.org.

