2017 NAB Show Television Chairman's Award Goes To America Ferrera!

The multi-talented actress and producer America Ferrera will be receiving the NAB Television Chairman's Award at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino on Monday, April 24th during the NAB Show Television Luncheon. Ms. Ferrera has been recognized throughout her performance career by the Golden Globe, Emmy, and Screen Actors Guild Award. She is best known as playing the role of Betty Suarez on ABC's comedy “Ugly Betty.” Of course, America is not limited to just performing! She is currently doing double duty, producing and acting in NBC's workplace comedy "Superstore" which is on every Thursday evening from 8/7c (check your local listing for channel information). Also upcoming, Ferrera will be executive producer to MACRO's digtial series "Gente-Fied", a dramatic comedy featuring an all Latino cast, which premiered at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival to raving reviews! “America Ferrera is an esteemed and versatile actress who not only entertains, but brings attention to a variety of important national and global issues,” said NAB Executive Vice President of Television Marcellus Alexander. “She is the embodiment of what this award represents.” Ms. Ferrera is a strong advocate of women and immigration rights and has spoken at several events such as the Women's March on Washington, D.C. last month and the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia last year. Since 2009 the NAB Television Chairman's Award has awarded many distinguished recipients and this year will not be any different. Congratulations America! About NAB Show NAB Show, held April 22-27, 2017 in Las Vegas, is the world’s largest electronic media show covering the creation, management and delivery of content across all platforms. With 103,000 attendees from 166 countries and 1,700+ exhibitors, NAB Show is the ultimate marketplace for digital media and entertainment. From creation to consumption, across multiple platforms and countless nationalities, NAB Show is home to the solutions that transcend traditional broadcasting and embrace content delivery to new screens in new ways. About NAB  The National Association of Broadcasters is the premier advocacy association for America’s broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age. Learn more at www.nab.org.