The Georgia Association of Broadcasters has announced this year’s GAB Honors Awards recipients.
The four honorees will be presented their awards at the association’s annual convention, GABCON, held Sept. 25–26 at the Gas South District Convention Center in Duluth.
“These four honorees represent the very best of Georgia, from broadcasting and public service to innovation and community impact,” GAB President Randy Gravley said in a release.
Ditty-McLemore Engineering Award: Michael Williams
Michael Williams of WSB(TV) is the recipient of GAB’s award which recognizes contributions to broadcast engineering.
Williams is the senior manager of IT at WSB and has around 30 years of experience in the broadcast industry. He has spent the last 18 years with WSB, beginning as a maintenance engineer before advancing to his current role.
His career with Cox Media Group began 10 years prior to joining WSB, when he worked as a radio engineer.
Golden Mic Award: Estelle Parsley
Estelle Parsley, the vice president of news for WRDW(TV) in Augusta, is the recipient of the GAB’s award that recognizes those whose efforts and support have made a lasting impact on Georgia’s broadcasting industry.
Under Parsley’s leadership, WRDW has earned 10 National Edward R. Murrow Awards, 40 regional Murrow Awards and 14 Southeast Emmys.
Legislator of the Year: Clint Crowe
This GAB award honors a Georgia Lawmaker whose leadership and dedication strengthen local broadcasting and its service to the community.
State Representative Clint Crowe represents Georgia House District 118, which includes Butts County and portions of Monroe and Newton counties.
Georgian of the Year: Jesse Cole
This award is presented to an individual who has made a significant and lasting impact on the citizens and state of Georgia.
Jesse Cole is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and owner of the Banana Ball Championship League, which includes the Savannah Bananas.
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