The Broadcasters Foundation Sets The Return Of Its Golden Mike Award Gala

The Broadcasters Foundation of America has chosen Hilton H. Howell Jr., chairman and CEO of Gray Television and Atlantic American Corp., as the recipient of its 2022 Golden Mike Award. Presented during a black-tie gala on Monday, March 14, 2022, at the Plaza Hotel in New York City, this year’s event marks the return of the foundation’s biggest fundraiser, which did not take place in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Broadcasters Foundation is the only charity devoted exclusively to providing financial assistance to colleagues in broadcasting who are in dire need. Even with the loss of major fundraising events during COVID, more than $1.8 million in monthly and one-time emergency grants will be awarded this year.

“It’s been a challenging year-and-a-half, and we are thrilled to honor Hilton and once again present the Golden Mike Award live and in-person,” said Scott Herman, chairman of the Broadcasters Foundation. “Looking ahead, our goal remains to provide financial aid for every broadcaster who qualifies.”

“The Broadcasters Foundation is often a lifeline for our colleagues,” said Howell, who also serves on the foundation’s board of directors. “I am honored to be recognized by the Broadcasters Foundation and ask everyone in our business who has made a good living from broadcasting, to consider donating any amount to help our colleagues who have been hit by shattering circumstances.”

Howell is a highly respected broadcaster with more than 25 years of experience in broadcasting. He began his career practicing law and spent several years in the insurance industry.

In addition to serving on the Broadcasters Foundation’s board, he is a former member of the board of directors of the National Association of Broadcasters, the advisory council of the Center for Leadership and Ethics for the University of Texas at Austin and the advisory board of Curant Health Care. He is also a member of YPO/WPO, the premier leadership organization of chief executives in the world, and a former member on the NBC Affiliate Board.

The Broadcasters Foundation of America Golden Mike Award dinner attracts a who’s who of broadcast media executives and celebrities. The presenters and performers for this year’s event will be announced shortly. Previous recipients include Dave Lougee, Perry Sook, Emily Barr, David Barrett, Michael Bloomberg, Bob Pittman, Gordon Smith, Jeff Smulyan, and more. For information, or to reserve a seat or table, please contact the Broadcasters Foundation at 212-373-8250 or info@thebfoa.org.