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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Associate Professor Robert Weaver, Head of the IRLRI and Karen Hill, Benefits Coordinator at FL Tech describe the event and the benefits and opportunities provided for participants and the Indian River Lagoon.
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Nicholas Kop, VP of Programming, Ryan Fox, Head of Philanthropy and Joel Weiss, Chapter Advisor describe the upcoming Innocence Project event featuring Robert Duboise.
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Florida Tech's ROTC Offers Outstanding Benefits for Students. Lt Colonel Robert Stillings, Professor of Military Science at Florida Institute of Technology outlines the ROTC program and opportunities for prospective cadets.
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Melbourne Beach Hosts Nature Day at Ryckman Park Saturday February 24th, 2024. Curtis Berg, Chairman of the Melbourne Beach Environmental Advisory Board talks about Nature Day and the many opportunities available at this family friendly event.
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Friendly Landscaping Seminar Takes Place March 23 at the Melbourne Auditorium. Nick Sanzone, of LagoonLife.Org speaks about the upcoming free seminar and the opportunity to improve the environment through your own yard.
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Brevard Zoo Offers Outstanding Learning Experiences for Young and Old. Brian Ogle, Education and Audience Engagement Director at the Zoo talks about the current Big Foot Discovery Tour Exhibit, Kindergarten and adult camp opportunities.
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Ted Peterson, Associate Professor Arts and Communication at FL Tech and Crimson Advisor and Courtney Capar, Editor in Chief of the Crimson describe Free Speech Week events.
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South Brevard Beekeepers offer "Hands On" Experience. DC Padgett, President of the South Brevard Beekeepers talks about the educational experiences offered by the club to help backyard beekeepers.
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Brevard Schools Foundation provides resources to our schools and teachers. Joan Perry, Development and Marketing Coordinator with BSF describes what the Foundation provides our children.
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Dr. Clarissa West White, University Archivist and Associate Professor at Bethune Cookman University, Roland Hatcher-Gallop, Communications Instructor at FL Tech and JD Gallop, Adjunct Communication Instructor and Journalist describe the upcoming event at Evens Library.
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Melbourne Civic Theater Prepares for the upcoming 24/25 Season. Peg Girard, Managing/Artistic Director of MCT and actor Terrence Girard discuss the upcoming season and the opportunities and challenges they face in choosing their productions.
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Brevard Indian River Coalition-Seagrass. Lew Kontnik, of the BIRLC talks about the importance and crucial role seagrass plays in our lagoon.