BTPM's SVP and WBFO Honored in September
The Buffalo Toronto Public Media team has been on a winning streak this fall. In September, Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer Sylvia Bennett was honored by Buffalo Business First, and WBFO was recognized for its excellence in broadcasting by the New York State Broadcasters Association (NYSBA).
Buffalo Business First honors women of influence annually who are making their mark in business in Western New York’s community. The 18th annual Women of Influence awards recently recognized the business acumen and community spirit of 25 Western New York women. Among them was Sylvia Bennett, Senior Vice President & Chief Development Officer, at Buffalo Toronto Public Media, for being a community supporter.
Additionally, the WBFO team was honored by the New York State Broadcaster’s Association. The team took home the Outstanding Spot News award for the article “DOJ Seeks Death Penalty for Tops Massacre Gunman.” WBFO was nominated alongside several accomplished radio stations across the state.
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About Buffalo Toronto Public Media
Buffalo Toronto Public Media engages with our communities through exploration and entertainment –everywhere. Our member-supported services include WNED PBS, WBFO (NPR) (88.7 in Buffalo, 91.3 in Olean, 88.1 in Jamestown), WNED Classical (94.5 in Buffalo, 89.7 WNJA in Jamestown), WBFO The Bridge (88.7 HD2 and 94.5 HD2 in Buffalo), WNED Create, and WNED PBS KIDS. WNED PBS is also a national producer of award-winning documentaries. Additional information about Buffalo Toronto Public Media can be found at wned.org.