David Barrett, Michael J. Hayes, Emily Barr To Honor Hearst’s Jordan Wertlieb

The Broadcasters Foundation of America has announced the presenting speakers at this year’s Golden Mic Award gala and fundraiser, which takes place Monday, March 4, at the Plaza Hotel in New York City.

David Barrett, retired chairman and chief executive officer, Hearst Television; Michael J. Hayes, senior vice president, Hearst Corp., and president, Hearst Television, and Emily Barr, retired president and chief executive officer, Graham Media Group, will pay tribute to 2024 Golden Mic honoree Jordan Wertlieb, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Hearst.

There will be a special tribute to Phil Lombardo, former long-time chairman of the Broadcasters Foundation, who died last month. At the time of his death, Lombardo held the title of chairman emeritus. Lombardo was held in high esteem by the broadcast industry. He worked tirelessly to raise money for the mission of the Broadcasters Foundation.

Entertainment at the gala will be provided by Pete Caldera, known to New Yorkers for singing swingin’ standards made famous by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and more. Caldera has a monthly residency at the Carnegie Club and has appeared on The Late Show with Steve Colbert.

As previously announced, Emmy-winning broadcast journalist and nationally syndicated talk show host Soledad O’Brien will return as host of the event.

For more information or to reserve a seat or table at the Golden Mic Award gala and fundraiser, please contact the Broadcasters Foundation at 212-373-8250 or [email protected].

The Broadcasters Foundation has distributed more than $15 million dollars in aid over the past 20 years. This year, the Foundation will award approximately $1.8 million. More information about the Broadcasters Foundation, including how to make a donation or apply for aid, is available at www.broadcastersfoundation.org as well as the contacts listed above.