What is the Hummel Report?
Jim Hummel left the traditional news because he saw where the industry was going. A year later, he is on the cutting edge of the New Media news outlets.
With an exclusive partnership with WPRO 630 AM and 99.7 FM and the Transparency Train Open Government Project Jim can now bring you not only the hard nosed investigative journalism he did while creating the You Paid for It segment but in-depth responsive access to how your government works.
Today, Jim is the executive director of the Hummel Report, a 501 C3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing up to the minute news, access to public documents, and regular investigative video exposes. Now, Jim works for you. So please consider supporting this work with your kind and generous donation.
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What is the Hummel Report?
The Hummel Report is a non-profit organization, in application for 501(c)3 status, dedicated to exposing waste and corruption for the people of Rhode Island. Its investigative reports, produced by veteran reporter Jim Hummel and debuting on WPRO radio, will combine with news and public information to offer the first local multimedia news outlet of its kind.
What is the Web address for the Hummel Report?
The Web address for the Hummel Report is www.hummelreport.com.
What is the mission of the Hummel Report?
The mission of the Hummel Report is to expose waste and corruption for the people of Rhode Island and to be a go-to source for news and public information.
When will the Hummel Report be launched?
The Hummel Report will launch on October 8, 2009.
What is unique about the Hummel Report?
The Hummel Report is a multimedia partnership that marks the first of its kind in Rhode Island. Each week, an investigative report will debut exclusively on WPRO radio (630-AM, 99.7-FM). Online video and ongoing news updates will also be posted to the Hummel Report Web site at www.hummelreport.com. The Web site will also contain a database of public documents and information maintained and provided by the Ocean State Policy Research Institute. Further distinguishing the Hummel Report from other media outlets is its formation as a non-partisan, non-profit entity.
Who will be involved in the Hummel Report?
Jim Hummel is the Executive Director of the Hummel Report and owner of Beyond the Sound Productions Inc. Mr. Hummel acts as the senior investigator and is responsible for the investigations and production of the video stories. Recognized for his WLNE-TV/ABC6 “You Paid for It” segments, Hummel spent 13 years as chief reporter for ABC6. Hummel’s career highlights also include 13 years at The Providence Journal and receipt of the Radio and Television News Directors Association’s prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigative Reporting.
William Felkner, Director of Operations for the Hummel Report and president and founder of the Ocean State Policy Research Institute, is responsible for business operations. William Felkner will also serve on the Board of Directors.
Stephen Beale is the office manager of the Hummel Report and will manage a staff responsible for research, public information requests, archiving and Web site development.
Patti Girardi serves as marketing consultant for the Hummel Report, responsible for strategy around branding, Web marketing, public relations and promotion.
Who is the Board of Directors?
Board members include Roland Benjamin, owner of LFI, Inc. and a member of the Governor's Municipal Fiscal Stress Task Force; William Felkner, founder and president of the Ocean State Policy Research Institute; Judge Stephen Fortunato, retired Superior Court Judge; the Honorable Nicholas Gorham, former representative in the Rhode Island General Assembly and partner at Gorham & Gorham, Inc.; Edwin N. Hart, retired media executive.; Jay Jacot, business manager for Thompson/Edwards LLC; and the Honorable Arlene Violet, former Rhode Island Attorney General.
How will the Hummel Report be marketed?
Jim Hummel’s investigative activities will break first on WPRO radio (630-AM and 99.7-FM) via a Thursday morning radio segment. The Hummel Report will also have a large presence on the WPRO Web site and an inventory of air time for the Hummel Report to market its services and solicit support and story leads from the public. Web marketing, social media, public relations and grass roots marketing tactics will also be employed.
How will the Hummel Report be funded?
The Hummel Report will be funded by individual and corporate donors and foundation grants. The Hummel Report is a non-partisan, non-profit that is in 501(c)3 application.
What is the Hummel Club?
The Hummel Club is a donor level that entitles its members to breaking news emails and exclusive access to insider’s material for as little as $2 per week. Premium members also receive tickets to VIP events. Please visit www.hummelreport.com to enroll or for further information. |
