About Conclave Scholarships

Since 1979, the non-profit Conclave - in keeping with its mission of educating the broadcast industry - has been awarding scholarships to deserving students desiring an education inside the radio and music industries. The Conclave is pleased to announce that it is kicking-off the 2008 scholarship application drive for the broadcast scholarships & music business scholarship given annually to three nationally recognized educational institutions. The scholarships are offered to attend Brown College, (Minneapolis, MN) Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts (Southfield, MI) , McNally Smith College of Music (St. Paul, MN.), and The Broadcast Center (St. Louis, MO) In all, these Conclave scholarships represent a value of over $70,000!   

The Conclave also boasts a Continuing Education Scholarship valued at $1,500 and three Baccalaureate Scholarships valued at $1,500 each all totaling $6,000.

Get more info on the scholarship programs from the Conclave!

  

About Conclave Awards

The Rockwell Award

The Rockwell Award is the Conclave’s highest honor. It is a tribute to those who have contributed to the industry through example and inspiration. It is presented to those who have achieved personal goals while guiding others to their highest level of attainment. The Rockwell Award is the Conclave’s only lifetime achievement recognition.

The Rockwell Award was created in 1989 as a tribute to longtime Conclave Board member and Wisconsin radio owner/operator/morning man, Mike Rockwell. Honoring individuals who have contributed to the industry as mentors, benefactors, and friends, the Rockwell Award is presented annually to deserving individuals as selected by the Conclave’s Board of Directors and Executive Committee.

The Rockwell Award has been presented to broadcasters and industry veterans such as esteemed North Dakota Broadcaster Dan Brannan (1989), Conclave founder Doug Lee & renowned Iowa Broadcaster Peter McLane (1990), celebrated Wisconsin Broadcaster Jonathan Little (1991), legendary Air Talent Charlie Bush (1992), Record Industry icons Charlie Minor & Joe Ianello (1993), prominent Minneapolis Radio Executive Tac Hammer (1994), small-market advocate and Group Owner Dean Sorenson (1995), well-spoken Radio Executive David Martin (1996), respected radio man/journalist, Gavin’s Ron Fell (1997), innovative Broadcast Executive Larry Bentson (1998), illustrious Programmer/Morning Man Bob Beck & Legendary Rock Programmer Doug Sorensen (1999), Midwest-programmer-turned-Emmis President Rick Cummings (2000), Radio’s Best Friend Art Vuolo, Jr. (2001), Detroit Legend/Specs Howard Spokesperson Dick Kernen & long-time Brown College Administrator/Teacher Mike Kronforst (2002), revered Broadcaster/Record Executive Steve Ellis, All Access Founder Joel Denver (2003), trendsetting Consultant Mike McVay & pioneering Programmer Al Casey (2004), Radio Legend/Record Executive Dave “Duke” Sholin (2005), Radio industry icon Rob Sisco (2006), and Radio & Records publisher Erica Farber in 2007.

The 2008 Rockwell Award ceremony will take place at the Conclave Learning Conference Awards Luncheon Friday afternoon, June 27th, at the Marriott City Center Hotel in Minneapolis.

 

Latest Rockwell Recipient

We're proud to announce the 2008 Rockwell Award is to be presented to industry mainstay Danno Wolkoff. The President and owner of Envision Radio Networks and long time industry leader, will be honored at the annual awards luncheon during the Conclave ’08: At the Crossroads scheduled for June 26-29 in Minneapolis.

Tom Kay, Executive Director of the Conclave, commented, “The Rockwell Award is meant to recognize those who have contributed to the rich legacy of the industry in broadcasting, communicating and mentoring. Danno epitomizes those traits. He has made a profound impact on everyone he meets. We’re proud to count Danno as a friend and now honoree of the Conclave.”

Wolkoff said, “For over 20 years, the Conclave has been the one organization that has remained constant in my professional life. It has been the place for me to learn, grow, network and rejuvenate each and every year. I have found that the more I gave of my time and resources to the Conclave, the more I would get back. And now, to be recognized by the Conclave with the Rockwell Award is the ultimate honor. I am truly privileged and humbled.”

Danno started his career in radio syndication, marketing, promotions and traffic in New York with MJI Broadcasting. In 2002, he launched Envision Radio Networks (ERN), which develops customized strategic marketing, programming and advertising plans for radio shows and services in every type of format. He is also past Board Chairman for the Conclave.

 

 

 

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