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The CBM is a new program, launched in January 2005 as an upgrade to the Society’s Seal of Approval program.“The Society’s Certified Broadcast Meteorologist designation clearly recognizes that the holders have the educational background and have been tested in their knowledge and communication of the sciences needed to be an effective broadcast meteorologist,” said AMS Executive Director Keith Seitter. If you see him, don’t be afraid to say hello. Blair has also landed numerous exclusive interviews with newsmakers including Presidents and political candidates.Blair has received many honors for his reporting and anchoring including seven Emmy awards. He's also received a number of awards including the Texas Associated Press for Best Weathercast.Keith loves all kinds of music and recently took up the guitar. He and his son, Matt, live in Gastonia.Ken is an avid sports fan and enjoys acting in his spare time.

He also covered two NFL teams, the New Orleans Saints and the Dallas Cowboys. Steve's knowledge and extensive background in both sciences coupled with his capabilities as an internet surfer, play a major role in Steve's unique approach to what's happening in the sky and beyond.Steve is an Emmy Award winning Meteorologist. The Society, founded in 1919, has more than 11,000 members around the world.For more information on the Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) Program, go to http://www.ametsoc.org/amscert/index.html.Keith Monday proudly joined the WSOC Severe Weather Team in January 2008 and was very excited to make Charlotte his new home.

Brittney graduated from Howard University and furthered her studies at the University of California at Berkeley where she earned a master's degree in journalism. Blaine has nearly 10 years of experience covering news and comes from WSOC’s sister station in Orlando, WFTV. He comes to Charlotte with nearly two decades of experience in broadcast journalism.A Chicago native, Damany worked at WSOC's sister station WPXI-NBC in Pittsburgh, where he won several Emmys for his anchoring and reporting.Before working in Pittsburgh, Damany worked in California for seven years as an anchor/reporter for the ABC and NBC stations in Sacramento.Damany is no stranger to North Carolina, working at WXII 12 in Winston-Salem for two years, where he covered numerous stories that affected the community.Before arriving in North Carolina, Damany worked at WJXT in Jacksonville, Florida, for three years. His fear turned into interest as he learned more about weather and how it works. “The general public can have added confidence in the quality and reliability of weather presentations made by broadcast meteorologists approved by the Society.”To earn the CBM, broadcasters must hold a degree in meteorology or equivalent from an accredited college or university, pass a rigorous written examination, and have their on-air work reviewed to assess technical competence, informational value, explanatory value, and communication skills.In addition to the initial educational and test requirements, CBMs have to earn professional development points in order to maintain their certification. Soon after graduation, he turned his quest for information to gathering the news.His broadcast career stretches from coast to coast. He is the main anchor for Channel 9 Eyewitness News at 5 and 6 p.m. as well as 11 p.m.Scott grew up in Michigan. He has covered events in Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, and Pinehurst, following everything from putts to paratroopers, during the height of both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. His last day on our air was Dec. 30. Blaine Tolison is an anchor on Eyewitness News This Morning on WSOC-TV and TV-64. Blair also sits on the Board of Directors for the Rescue Ranch in Statesville, NC, a non-profit foundation by NASCAR driver Ryan Newman and his wife, Krissie to help improve the lives of animals and educate the public.Blair is a graduate of Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio. Erica is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Crown Jewels Chapter of the Links, Inc. She is also a member of the Charlotte Chapter of Jack and Jill. In his spare time, you can find Damany cracking open a good book, grilling, watching any sport imaginable or out running, training for his next half or full marathon.Have a story idea? The South Carolina Associated Press also recognized Dave in 1993 for his investigative reporting.In 1991, Dave was named Eastern Carolina Reporter of the Year. He enjoys the Carolina Panthers, soccer, art, books and movies.Follow Jason on Twitter using the profile @Action9.Joe Bruno covers politics and breaking news for WSOC-TV. In 2009, he earned the American Meteorological Society's Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) designation, a professional recognition of the quality of his weather broadcasts. He’s also musically inclined and can play the piano and bass guitar.Have a story idea or want to say hello?