P1 Media Group - for the Love of RadioWe are experienced and passionate former radio DJ’s and programmers who are out to shape the future of radio, one client, one station at a time - - simply because we love what we do, and we love what you do. “P1” means a radio listener’s first choice on the dial. We’ve hijacked the term to establish our position as your first choice for a consultant and collaborator.We’re the ones to turn to for radio stations who appreciate the power of a larger consultancy, but prefer the understanding, empathy, and honesty you get from a small, dedicated group. Our informed insights come from a passionate and caring place, because we’ve been in your shoes - and we believe it will make a difference for your business. Achieving success does not come in a one-size-fits-all package, so we customize our approach for each client. Even though we know a lot, we don’t know it all. So, we start by gathering data, identifying key insights, and then applying our experience to develop action plans that help stations grow and form deeper connections with their fans. Good data is meaningless if you can’t apply it to drive meaningful results. Our collaborative approach is both personable and personalized. We’re more concerned with doing what’s best for you, than we are with following “best practices” or telling you only what you want to hear. We’re real people with real answers who are united with our partners to propel radio into the future.

P1 Research and SparkNet Communications have combined to form SparkNet Research and Consulting, creating an international radio group specializing in consulting, programming and research for our clients. The union of these two companies creates a depth of radio expertise and knowledge that amplifies our ability to generate passionate consumer experiences and measurable growth.

JACK FM and Playing What We Want are trademarked in more than 70 countries and are on the air in more than 60 markets in the UK, Austria, Germany, Russia, the United States and Canada.SparkNet Communications is an international consultancy that specializes in licensing, programming and marketing for radio. SparkNet delivers custom solutions for our clients and is the owner of the JACK FM and “Playing What We Want” brands. It owns and manages the JACK FM radio brand internationally, working closely with licensees to help them succeed and grow through brand summits, research, continuous follow-through and proprietary materials.

Launched International Division and built multi-million dollar media research business from scratchProvide Strategic & Tactical Research for leading Radio and Media companies in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia

Accountable for programming strategies, marketing plans, group Internet strategy, research and ratings for 205 stations in 42 markets with focus on top cash flow stations and markets and developing sticksCreated brand leadership structure to oversee, facilitate communication, foster teamwork, and to leverage assets across format platformsGenerated group-wide programming and marketing cost savings and efficiencies

Responsible for strategic planning, programming and marketing for 42 stations, while growing cluster ratings and revenue shares in 8 markets including San Francisco, Dallas, Houston, Denver, San Diego and others.

Delivered Nielsen ratings increases of 22.5% over previous year.Produced video-based programming and packaging, including the creation of #1 music show Total Request LiveLabel and Artist Management Relations

Rebuilt heritage CHR and set station and market ratings records, achieving Arbitron growth for 9 consecutive quarters, including 8 straight #1 books 12+ and 18-34Ratings growth achieved cash flow increases of over 400%Created and produced the Top 10 Bruce Springsteen smash "Secret Garden/Jerry Maguire Mix"

Turned around heritage Top 40 station taking Sweet 98 from an 8.6 to 12.7 12+, #1 18-34, and #2 25-54 in six months