Great News From BlogTalkRadio
As many of you know, one of the turning points of our NY:MIEG breakfasts was our event in January 2007 when John Havens produced and moderated an event entitled ” Understanding the New Media: How podcasting and online/mobile media and new distribution platforms can transform your business”
It was a breakthrough event for us as it introduced our group to a whole new crop of members. While our original focus was on people in traditional media trying to figure out the new “digital” media platforms, John’s well produced panel really brought out a younger group of people who are a combination of start ups, entrepreneurs, technology people as well as college students trying to figure out what do do when they graduate…
A number of months ago John became VP/Marketing for a unique start up called “BlogTalkRadio” a service that allows consumers to create and host live talk shows over the Internet.
I have become a huge fan as I think this has potential to be the business model for the future and apparently I’m not the only one.
-Bill
From the CEO of BlogTalkRadio
Now the Fun Begins
As many of you know, BlogTalkRadio recently received its first round of private financing – a $4.6 million infusion from a group of investors led by New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and former hedge-fund manager Scott Sipprelle.
Needless to say, I’m thrilled to have such distinguished partners onboard. They’ll be helping us realize many of our dreams, which in turn will mean a better BTR for our hosts and listeners alike.
Specifically, we’ll be enhancing the platform so that producing, promoting and tuning in are easier, faster and more efficient than ever. We’ll also be adding state-of-the-art technology that will allow hosts to interact with their audiences like never before, while developing new on-air programs to draw more listeners to the site.
So stay tuned in the coming months for updates on these and other steps forward.
Until then, keep the terrific shows coming – because I want everyone along for what promises to be a fantastic ride.
Alan Levy
CEO and Founder
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