Ralph Bender is a longtime Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at WBRZ, the ABC-affiliated television station in Baton Rouge. In his role as CFO for the station and its parent (Manship Media Group), Bender handles key financial and business operations for the locally-owned broadcaster.
He has been recognized in the Baton Rouge community for his volunteer work and service; in 2022 he received the Golden Deeds Award for decades of volunteering, particularly offering financial advice to local nonprofits.
Beyond his professional duties at WBRZ, Ralph is active in regional civic leadership. He has served on the board of directors for the Baton Rouge Area Chamber, representing Manship Media Group, and participates in other local economic and community efforts.
Ralph is a CPA and financial professional, often speaking on financial topics in the community.