We welcome Jerry Smith to the show! A 36-year radio veteran who has also worked in television. Throughout his radio career, Jerry has worked in numerous music formats such as Classic Rock, Top 40, AC, Gospel, Urban Contemporary, Hip Hop, Urban AC, and Oldies. Jerry is the recipient of many awards, including The Drummer Award for Program Director of the Year by BRE Magazine, Gospel Truth Magazine National Gospel Program Director of the year, NAB Marconi Award for Religious station of the year, co-winner of the Radio and Records Gospel Program Director of the Year Award, Stellar Award for the Medium Market Station of The Year. Jerry launched JAS Consulting & Entertainment company in May of 2020, where he serves as Founder and CEO. Jerry also launched the digital streaming station Favor 97.3 in September of 2020. Jerry served as the Chair for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Radio Cares Advisory board from 2013 - 2018. He is a motivational speaker whose focus is to motivate the youth to follow their dreams and focus on education.