Jonathan Adam Barash Appointed to Executive Board of IRBG

PRNEWS for Release November 1 2024

Jonathan Adam Barash is a passionate advocate for independent media and a dedicated supporter of the creative community. As a board member of the Independent Radio & Broadcast Group (IRBG) and the visionary founder Digital Broadcasting Corporation founder of five number #1  international radio stations—NewWave.Radio™, RocknRoll.Radio™, WildCountry.Radio™, YachtRock.Radio™, and The Alternative One!™ Modern Rock Radio—Jonathan has significantly shaped the landscape of independent broadcasting. His stations collectively reach a potential global audience of 2.5 billion listeners across 185 countries, reflecting his commitment to providing diverse, high-quality content to a worldwide audience.

Through his leadership at IRBG, Jonathan supports over 1,500 independent radio stations, streamers, broadcasters, podcasters, editors, and media entrepreneurs. He actively champions initiatives that promote diversity, innovation, and equity within the industry. Programs like New Voices, which cultivate career opportunities for underrepresented talent, and a fellowship designed to expand skilled editors in public radio and podcasting, are hallmarks of his work.

Jonathan is also an advocate for fairness in the media industry. He spearheads efforts to establish fair practices, conduct rates research, and standardize contracts, ensuring that creators are protected and valued at every stage of their careers. His contributions to IRBG include organizing webinars, national conferences, and strategic initiatives that drive peer-to-peer learning and foster collaboration.

An unwavering supporter of mentorship and education, Jonathan’s leadership reflects his belief in the power of independent media to inspire, connect, and empower communities worldwide.