Terri Wright
Former General Manager and current host of Coastal Connection and Inside Florida TechTerri Wright held the position of General Manager at WFIT from 1998-2023.
As the manager of Brevard County’s only locally owned and operated public radio station, she was responsible for directing all aspects of the station including: sales and underwriting, membership and development, operations, new media and broadcast engineering.
Terri’s responsibilities included managing WFIT’s $600,000+ annual budget raised through Corporation for Public Broadcasting’s grant, Florida Public Broadcasting/DOE’s grant and other corporate and foundation grants, as well as underwriting, membership donations, special events, and planned giving donations.
Terri also played a key role in community outreach through interviews, public service announcements, partnerships with businesses and non-profits and station participation at special events.
She’s an authorized agent for National Public Radio and station representative for the Federal Communications Commission, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations. She’s also a member and representative of Florida Public Broadcasting.
In 2010 Terri secured funding through a Public Education Capital Outlay (PECO) grant for design and construction of a new 5,000 square foot facility. In October of 2012, the community enjoyed a Grand Opening Celebration of the new WFIT 89.5 FM Broadcast Center.
Terri began her career at WFIT as a volunteer in 1992. She was hired as Director of Membership in 1993, designing and implementing a membership database and increasing membership income by 57%.
As General Manager she was integral in an FCC approved power increase in 1999. Through her direction and funding acquisition, WFIT was the first radio station in the county to secure, and install a digital transmitter in 2006. WFIT received a Case Award of Excellence in 2009. As a recipient of an FCC construction permit and a CPB grant, WFIT will be installing a new antennae and transmitter in the coming months.
Before moving to Florida Terri managed and owned several businesses and taught SCUBA. Other interests include gardening, fitness, kayaking, and reading. She received her B.S. in Business with an emphasis in Marketing and Accounting in 1987 at Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ. She lives in Malabar with her husband and countless pets. Her 2 beautiful daughters live in the Orlando area.
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18th Annual Martin Luther King Event at FL Tech Tuesday January 9, 2024. Professor Gordon Patterson describes the event including the Honorees and scholarship winner.
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Women's Center provides invaluable services to Brevard. Lori Sutherland, Donor Engagement and Major Gifts Director of the Women's Center describes the multitude of services the center offers.
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Brevard Autism Coalition Hosts the 5K Run for Autism Awareness. Joseph Werner, Director of the Brevard Autism Coalition and Heather Morway, Event Coordinator talk about the Coalition and their upcoming 5K run.
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Brevard Indian Lagoon Coalition Works to Help Save the Lagoon. Lew Kontnik, Vice Chair of the BIRLC discusses the cause and effect of pollution on our Lagoon.
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Brevard Zoo Strives Toward Sustainability. Jody Cassell, Directory of Conservation at the zoo talks about the Zoo's ongoing efforts to not only achieve and improve their sustainability practices but also provide solutions and examples to the community.
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Minds Without Borders advocates for student's mental health. In 24 states, Executive Director and founder, Anjani Sharma talks about the youth led global non-profit started here in Melbourne.
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Verdi Eco School Receives Coveted YASS Prize. Ayana Verde, Founder of the school talks about additional opportunities for a larger award that the community can help them win.
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Indian River Lagoon Day November 18th at Front Street Park. Nicholas Frank Sanzone, owner and founder of Lagoonlife.org describes the free family friendly event.
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Brevard Zoo Aquarium Update and Jazoo. Zach Marchetti, Community Engagement & Outreach Officer at Brevard Zoo tells us the latest.
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Florida Wildlife Hospital Hosts Hoot in the Park November 18th - Wickham Park. Tracy Frampton, Executive Director of the Florida Wildlife Hospital discusses the event and the hospital's needs.
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Brevard Autism Coalition Presents Uncorked November 10, 2023 @ Brevard Zoo. Joseph Werner, Director of the Brevard Autism Coalition and owner of Child and Family Services, and Heather Morway, Event Coordinator speak about Uncorked.
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Native Rhythms Festival at Wickham Park November 10-12, 2023 Live music, performances, costumes, workshops and more.Free admission and parking. Martha Pessaro, event chair and Treasurer and John Ellis, musician, flute maker and marketing speak about this year's festival.