Radio days

Here's the thing about radio advertising sales: Even the best salespeople hit a rough patch that could last as long as three months.

Just ask AJ Lurie, the winner of the sales manager of the year award for Beasley Broadcast Group. Headquartered in Naples, the company owns 44 radio stations in 11 markets.

Lurie, 31, is director of sales for six radio stations in the Fort Myers and Naples area. Lurie was selected to win the sales manager award based on performance against budget, performance against the market and cash flow for the year. He oversees a staff of 12 people.