Congratulations to Burke Allen on winning at the 2025 Los Angeles Book Festival for his book Becoming Semi-Famous in the HOW-TO category
The festival, which honors excellence throughout the global publishing community, recognized this year’s standout titles following judging by a panel of publishing industry experts. Entries were evaluated for overall excellence, compelling storytelling, the author’s passion, and the work’s potential to reach a wider audience in the worldwide marketplace.
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The official music video debuted on WSAZ News Channel 3 along with a heart felt interivew with Delnora on the release, winning the 2026 ICMA Female Vocalist of the Year, and upcoming shows.
The song was co-written with Nashville hitmaker Jeff Bates and co-produced, mixed, and mastered by Grammy nominee Josh Swift. It appears on Delnora’s multi-award-winning album Blank Page.
“Looking For The Light” was filmed in Tennessee at locations in Nashville, Cookeville and Harpeth River State Park in Kingston Springs. The video features Delnora’s compelling performance focusing on the song’s message of pursuing faith, resilience, and hope even in the most difficult times.
Chris Hudson served as “Looking For The Light” Director of Photography for the shoot, with on-set production assistance from Matthew Neal, Karen Keeley and second unit videography by Reed Acuff. Final edits were completed in Charlotte, North Carolina. The video’s Executive Producer is Burke Allen, President of the National Conference of Personal Mangers, for Allen Artists, a division of Allen Media Strategies.
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BURKE ALLEN ELEVATED TO NATIONAL PRESIDENT OF NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF PERSONAL MANAGERS (NCOPM)
Clinton Ford Billups Jr. Named Chairman of National Board of Officers
The National Conference of Personal Managers (NCOPM) announced the elevation of Burke Allen from National Vice President to National President, ushering in a new chapter of leadership for the organization representing professional personal managers across the entertainment, music, and talent industries.
Allen is a manager, producer, and public relations executive with decades of experience supporting high-profile talent. His clients have included national pop, country, R&B and jazz artists, award-winning singer-songwriters, New York Times and Amazon best-selling authors, NASA astronauts, and television and film actors and producers, as well as subject matter experts and thought leaders. He has hosted the Washington-based podcast Big Time Talker since 2010, and prior to founding Allen Media Strategies and Allen Artists, he was a Billboard Magazine award-winning broadcaster, major market programmer, on-air talent, and radio station owner. Allen has produced TV specials, holiday tours, festival events and is the author of the award-winning book “Becoming Semi-Famous” published by Headline Books.
During his tenure as National Vice President, he helped advance NCOPM’s member advocacy, organizational growth, and strategic initiatives designed to strengthen the profession nationwide.
“I’m deeply grateful to the NCOPM Board of Directors for the trust they’ve placed in me, and I accept this responsibility with humble appreciation,” said Allen. “This is a challenging time in the entertainment industry, and personal managers are navigating real change in real time. At our best, great personal managers bring one-on-one, individualized attention to each client—offering steady guidance that helps them strategically navigate their unique challenges and opportunities. I hope to bring that same spirit to NCOPM as we support our members’ hard work and zealous advocacy for the clients they serve.
“In this rapidly changing environment, we want to equip our members with the tools, relationships, and real-world insight to be ethical rule-breakers, smart risk-takers, and opportunity-makers—for their clients and for our profession.”
As part of the leadership transition, Clinton Ford Billups Jr., who has served as National President since 2002, will assume the role of Chairman of the NCOPM National Board of Officers. Billups’ tenure helped shape the organization’s national profile, strengthen its advocacy efforts, and expand its influence throughout the entertainment industry. He is credited with founding the Personal Managers Hall of Fame and the Personal Managers Interchange, a national networking conference for entertainment, music, and talent managers.
“Serving as national president has been one of the great honors of my professional life,” Billups said. “I am proud of what we have accomplished and confident that Burke Allen’s leadership will guide NCOPM forward. I look forward to continuing my service as chairman of the board.”
NCOPM remains committed to supporting, educating, and advocating for personal managers while fostering professionalism and ethical standards across the industry.
ABOUT NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF PERSONAL MANAGERS (NCOPM)
Founded in 1953, NCOPM is a professional association representing personal managers in the entertainment and sports industries. The organization provides education, networking, advocacy, and industry leadership for members nationwide. More information is available at https://ncopm.com.
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A large number of “unauthorized drones” were seen flying over a major U.S. Air Force base in Louisiana, home to long-range B-52 bombers capable of carrying nuclear weapons, triggering a lockdown.
Col. William Dunn was on MetroNews Talkline discussing this incident and the implications of the incident on national security.
He is the author of ‘Gunfighters Rule! available for purchase on Amazon and his website.
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AMS client, author and founder of Word of South, Mark Mustian
Mark Mustian’s latest book, ‘Boy With Wings’
Burke with Mark Mustian
Award-winning author and client, R L Akers signing his books at the Festival
R. L. Akers at Word of South
AMS’ Director of Fun attended the Word of South Festival of Literature and Music to connect with its founder, AMS client, and author Mark Mustian. The festival delivered a vibrant weekend of storytelling and music in Florida’s capital, highlighted by its signature “mashup” performances that pair acclaimed authors with musicians for one-of-a-kind collaborations.
Burke also spent time with AMS client and award-winning author R. L. Akers, who was on-site promoting his body of work, including his latest release, Gray Dawn.
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Congratulations! Burke Allen Wins at 2025 Los Angeles Book Festival
/in AMS Intel Page /by Allen Media StrategiesCongratulations to Burke Allen on winning at the 2025 Los Angeles Book Festival for his book Becoming Semi-Famous in the HOW-TO category
The festival, which honors excellence throughout the global publishing community, recognized this year’s standout titles following judging by a panel of publishing industry experts. Entries were evaluated for overall excellence, compelling storytelling, the author’s passion, and the work’s potential to reach a wider audience in the worldwide marketplace.
Find out the fastest way to get media attention—without having to beg or brag!
https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Semi…/dp/B0DLMCHM3R…
Congratulations to Delnora – New Music video Debuts on WSAZ News Channel 3
/in AMS Intel Page /by Allen Media Strategies2026 ICMA Female Vocalist of the Year and positive country singer-songwriter Delnora released the music video for her new single, ‘Looking for the Light’, a heartfelt anthem of hope and perseverance.
The official music video debuted on WSAZ News Channel 3 along with a heart felt interivew with Delnora on the release, winning the 2026 ICMA Female Vocalist of the Year, and upcoming shows.
The song was co-written with Nashville hitmaker Jeff Bates and co-produced, mixed, and mastered by Grammy nominee Josh Swift. It appears on Delnora’s multi-award-winning album Blank Page.
“Looking For The Light” was filmed in Tennessee at locations in Nashville, Cookeville and Harpeth River State Park in Kingston Springs. The video features Delnora’s compelling performance focusing on the song’s message of pursuing faith, resilience, and hope even in the most difficult times.
Chris Hudson served as “Looking For The Light” Director of Photography for the shoot, with on-set production assistance from Matthew Neal, Karen Keeley and second unit videography by Reed Acuff. Final edits were completed in Charlotte, North Carolina. The video’s Executive Producer is Burke Allen, President of the National Conference of Personal Mangers, for Allen Artists, a division of Allen Media Strategies.
Watch the interview on WSAZ, Charleston, WV here: https://www.wsaz.com/2026/05/06/local-singer-songwriter-delnora-discusses-award-win-new-music/
AMS Director of Fun, Burke Allen Elevated to National President of National Conference of Personal Managers (NCOPM)
/in AMS Intel Page /by Allen Media StrategiesBURKE ALLEN ELEVATED TO NATIONAL PRESIDENT OF NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF PERSONAL MANAGERS (NCOPM)
Clinton Ford Billups Jr. Named Chairman of National Board of Officers
The National Conference of Personal Managers (NCOPM) announced the elevation of Burke Allen from National Vice President to National President, ushering in a new chapter of leadership for the organization representing professional personal managers across the entertainment, music, and talent industries.
Allen is a manager, producer, and public relations executive with decades of experience supporting high-profile talent. His clients have included national pop, country, R&B and jazz artists, award-winning singer-songwriters, New York Times and Amazon best-selling authors, NASA astronauts, and television and film actors and producers, as well as subject matter experts and thought leaders. He has hosted the Washington-based podcast Big Time Talker since 2010, and prior to founding Allen Media Strategies and Allen Artists, he was a Billboard Magazine award-winning broadcaster, major market programmer, on-air talent, and radio station owner. Allen has produced TV specials, holiday tours, festival events and is the author of the award-winning book “Becoming Semi-Famous” published by Headline Books.
During his tenure as National Vice President, he helped advance NCOPM’s member advocacy, organizational growth, and strategic initiatives designed to strengthen the profession nationwide.
“I’m deeply grateful to the NCOPM Board of Directors for the trust they’ve placed in me, and I accept this responsibility with humble appreciation,” said Allen. “This is a challenging time in the entertainment industry, and personal managers are navigating real change in real time. At our best, great personal managers bring one-on-one, individualized attention to each client—offering steady guidance that helps them strategically navigate their unique challenges and opportunities. I hope to bring that same spirit to NCOPM as we support our members’ hard work and zealous advocacy for the clients they serve.
“In this rapidly changing environment, we want to equip our members with the tools, relationships, and real-world insight to be ethical rule-breakers, smart risk-takers, and opportunity-makers—for their clients and for our profession.”
As part of the leadership transition, Clinton Ford Billups Jr., who has served as National President since 2002, will assume the role of Chairman of the NCOPM National Board of Officers. Billups’ tenure helped shape the organization’s national profile, strengthen its advocacy efforts, and expand its influence throughout the entertainment industry. He is credited with founding the Personal Managers Hall of Fame and the Personal Managers Interchange, a national networking conference for entertainment, music, and talent managers.
“Serving as national president has been one of the great honors of my professional life,” Billups said. “I am proud of what we have accomplished and confident that Burke Allen’s leadership will guide NCOPM forward. I look forward to continuing my service as chairman of the board.”
NCOPM remains committed to supporting, educating, and advocating for personal managers while fostering professionalism and ethical standards across the industry.
ABOUT NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF PERSONAL MANAGERS (NCOPM)
Founded in 1953, NCOPM is a professional association representing personal managers in the entertainment and sports industries. The organization provides education, networking, advocacy, and industry leadership for members nationwide. More information is available at https://ncopm.com.
Read the press release Burke Allen Elevated to National President of National Conference of Personal Managers (NCOPM)
Col. William Dunn on MetroNews Talkline
/in AMS Intel Page /by Allen Media StrategiesA large number of “unauthorized drones” were seen flying over a major U.S. Air Force base in Louisiana, home to long-range B-52 bombers capable of carrying nuclear weapons, triggering a lockdown.
Col. William Dunn was on MetroNews Talkline discussing this incident and the implications of the incident on national security.
Col. Dunn on MetroNews Talkline
He is the author of ‘Gunfighters Rule! available for purchase on Amazon and his website.
Page To Stage: Word of South Festival Brings Authors and Artists Together
/in AMS Intel Page /by Allen Media StrategiesThat time our very own A. Marc Ross was a guest on Conan O’Brien looking kinda like Richard Gere. Find out why he’s famous in China here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYMIsjzLQjI&t=68s