DALLAS, TX (October _, 2025): Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc. (MIW), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to advancing female leadership in radio broadcasting, today announced Emily Harlan as the 2025 Behind the Mic mentee. Harlan is the afternoon drive host on Bay Country 94.5 (KBAY/San Francisco Bay Area) and weekend host on 98.7 The Bull (KUPL/Portland, OR) of Connoisseur Media.
The Behind the Mic Mentorship is a year-long program for U.S.-based women on-air personalities (any music format) with approximately 3–5+ years of experience who are actively focused on growing their on-air careers. The mentee receives one-on-one mentorship from senior industry leaders spanning programming, talent development, audience growth, and brand strategy, and will attend the 2026 NAB Show in Las Vegas.
In addition to her roles at Bay Country 94.5 and 98.7 The Bull, Emily Harlan is the host and director of “She’s Country,” a weekly, hour-long program that highlights and celebrates women in country music. She is also an experienced sports reporter and is entering her fifth season as the digital and in-arena host for the San Jose Sharks. Off the mic, Emily enjoys time with her husband and their rescue dog, Beto.
“Emily is exactly the kind of on-air talent this mentorship was built to support - curious, audience- focused, and committed to growing her voice,” said Sheila Kirby, MIW Board President. “From her daily drive show to ‘She’s Country’ and her work with the San Jose Sharks, Emily brings range, professionalism, and purpose to every platform. We’re thrilled to help accelerate her next chapter.”
“This is incredible news, and I’m so grateful to MIW for the opportunity,” said Emily Harlan. “I know how many talented women are in our field, so it’s an honor to be chosen. I’m excited to learn, grow, and make MIW, and our industry proud.”
For more information on MIW and the Behind The Mic Mentorship program, please visit www.radioMIW.com.
About MIW:
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc. (MIW) is a volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization of top-level female radio professionals, from across the country, who are dedicated to using their influence and resources to help other women in radio broadcasting develop management and leadership skills. The MIW organization is equally committed to advocating for the advancement of women to senior positions within the radio industry. For more information, please visit www.RadioMIW.com.