Kansas City, MO | Overland Park, KS | Westfield, IN
Also known as: edroberts
Ed Roberts is a multi-talented professional and connector with experience in broadcasting, IT, and is a well known and respected member of the social media and podcasting community. Ed received his degree in meteorology from Valparaiso University and spent years as a broadcast meteorologist. He launched LRC Weather, LLC in with others and has continued to develop and pursue both the business side of weather and the research side with the LRC theory. His Kansas City Weather podcast was honored with a Podcast Peer Award as being the best regional-themed podcast, and currently has more shows produced than all but one show since the advent of podcasting. His two music podcasts have garnered acclaim from new media professionals, musicians, and listeners worldwide. Ed has been a presenter at podcasting conferences nationwide and frequently offers his advice to people interested in podcasting and new media. Ed founded and was the President, lead organizer, and Chairman of the Board of the Kansas City chapter of Social Media Club for its first years, SMCKC is one of the largest chapters in Social Media Club worldwide and recently received the national organization's inaugural "Chapter of the Year" award for its work in social media advocacy and community outreach. Specialties Meteorology. Social media marketing and engagement. IT desk-side and network support. Podcast audiovideo production.
