by Bob Duthaler

As summer sets in, many of us naturally start thinking about vacations, community events, and a slightly slower pace. While it’s important to take some time to recharge, the summer months also offer a valuable opportunity for JAG members and stations to look ahead, plan strategically, and strengthen both their operations and community engagement. Here are a few key areas every member station should consider focusing on this summer:

by Bob Duthaler

Here’s my top 20 reasons to attend JAG’s Annual Conference, including the Partner’s Dinner, JAG’s 25th Anniversary, and JAG Awards Banquet:

In life, some events come along at just the right time. The annual JAG Conference is one of those events! As we gradually recovered from the challenges of COVID-19, we decided to bring back the JAG Conference, and what better way to do so than with a full-packed, one-day event?

The response was overwhelmingly positive, but we heard you loud and clear: you want more. After conducting a survey, we found nearly everyone wanted a multi-day conference with more vendors, more sessions, and a larger, all-around experience. We’re excited to announce that this year’s conference will be more!

The Jersey Access Group (JAG) celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025, highlighting its role in community media across New Jersey. To mark this milestone, JAG will host its Annual Conference on May 14th-15th, featuring a Technology Forum and Production/Management Symposium, emphasizing professional development and networking opportunities for members in local access television.

As we enter 2025, Bob Duthaler reflects on JAG’s accomplishments and outlines plans for transformation and growth. He emphasizes the importance of member involvement, encouraging support through volunteering and collaboration. Duthaler believes that collective efforts will enhance the organization’s impact, fostering a community dedicated to leadership and innovation.

In reflecting on 2024, Bob Duthaler celebrates the Jersey Access Group’s accomplishments, highlighting growth in training, community engagement, and in-person events. The organization aims to empower diverse voices through media, advocating for public access sustainability. Duthaler encourages member involvement and expresses gratitude for their dedication, emphasizing the collective potential for positive change.

In reflecting on 2024, Bob Duthaler celebrates the Jersey Access Group’s accomplishments, highlighting growth in training, community engagement, and in-person events. The organization aims to empower diverse voices through media, advocating for public access sustainability. Duthaler encourages member involvement and expresses gratitude for their dedication, emphasizing the collective potential for positive change.

by Bob Duthaler

Running a station there are times when you may need additional support and information. How do you get that information? Who is available to give you that added help? With JAG as a resource, you there are many places you can get the information and help you need.

by Bob Duthaler

Running a station there are times when you may need additional support and information. How do you get that information? Who is available to give you that added help? With JAG as a resource, you there are many places you can get the information and help you need.

by Bob Duthaler

You listened and we heard.  After polling our membership and receiving emails from some others, a majority of our members are looking to meet once again in person, having lunch with vendor presentations, and at different locations. With that thought in mind, several stations have already volunteered to host meetings at their location, wanting to show off their operations, station and studio upgrades.