Salem Media's Allen Power Announces Retirement After 50 Years in Broadcasting
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Salem Media (OTCQX:SALM) announced that Allen Power, President of Broadcast Media, will retire on September 30, 2026, marking a 50-year broadcasting career. He will remain with Salem as a Senior Advisor. Power has held multiple leadership roles since joining Salem in 2000 and was named President of Broadcast Media in 2023.
He has served on key broadcasting industry boards and was recognized by Radio Ink as one of the Top 20 Leaders in Radio in 2024, 2025, and 2026. Salem plans to announce succession and leadership appointments in the coming weeks.
Positive
- Retirement date set for September 30, 2026, allowing orderly transition planning
- Allen Power to remain with Salem Media as a Senior Advisor after retirement
- Leader with 26 years at Salem and 50 years in broadcasting provides continuity support
- Recognized as one of Radio Ink's Top 20 Leaders in Radio in 2024–2026
- Active roles on industry boards, including NAB Executive Committee, bolster Salem's industry ties
Negative
- Retirement of President of Broadcast Media removes a long-tenured senior leader
- Upcoming leadership succession details are not yet announced, creating short-term uncertainty
News Market Reaction – SALM
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CAMARILLO, Calif., June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Salem Media, Inc. (OTCQX: SALM) announced that Allen Power, President of Broadcast Media, will retire on September 30, 2026, after a 50-year career in broadcasting. Following his retirement, Power will continue serving Salem as a Senior Advisor.
The announcement comes on the 50th anniversary of Power's first day in broadcasting. He began his career on June 15, 1976, and has spent the last 26 years helping lead Salem through a period of significant growth across radio, digital media, and content distribution.
Power joined Salem in 2000 as the company's first General Manager in Atlanta. He later served as Regional Vice President, Senior Vice President, and was named President of Broadcast Media in 2023. Under his leadership, Salem strengthened its position as the nation's leading Christian and conservative media company while expanding its reach across broadcast, digital, and multimedia platforms.
"Allen and I have worked together for nearly 25 years in a variety of roles at Salem," said David Santrella, Chief Executive Officer of Salem Media. "His leadership, his ability to inspire those around him, and his incredible understanding of our business will be missed. Beyond his business accomplishments, he has led with integrity, humility, and a genuine commitment to serving others. While we will miss his daily leadership, we are grateful that he will continue serving Salem as a Senior Advisor."
Power reflected on the milestone and his decision to retire, commenting, “Fifty years ago today, on June 15, 1976, I started my first job in broadcasting. I have spent more than half of my career at Salem and it has been such a blessing to devote my efforts to spreading the message of the gospel through broadcasting. I am grateful to the Atsinger and Epperson families, Joe Davis, Dave Santrella and my many wonderful Salem colleagues and ministry partners. After five decades of hard work, the next chapter will be about investing my time and gifts in faith, family, and worthwhile organizations. After a sabbatical, I will decide where and how to do that.”
In addition to his work at Salem, Power has been active in broadcasting industry leadership for decades. He currently serves on the Executive Committee of the National Association of Broadcasters Board of Directors and previously served as Chairman of the Georgia Association of Broadcasters. Earlier in his career, he served on the Board of the South Carolina Broadcasters Association.
His contributions to the industry have been recognized repeatedly, including being named one of Radio Ink's Top 20 Leaders in Radio in 2024, 2025, and 2026.
Power graduated from Furman University and lives with his wife Susan in the northern suburbs of Atlanta. They have two married children and three grandsons. He has also led a weekly Bible study at First Baptist Woodstock for more than 17 years.
Salem will announce additional leadership appointments and succession plans in the coming weeks.
About Salem Media
Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.
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