About Us

Our Vision

In an era where broadcasting technology has evolved dramatically, one critical component remained frozen in time: the AM broadcast antenna. While studios transformed from analog to digital and transmitters became more efficient, antenna technology stood still—limiting AM sound quality and operational efficiency.

At World Wide Antenna Systems (WWAS), we’ve changed that paradigm. Our revolutionary HEBA™, High-Efficiency Broadband Antenna, represents the first fundamental reimagining of AM broadcast antenna technology in generations. The result? Superior sound quality, remarkable stability, and a compact AM antenna that slashes spatial demands.

Transforming Broadcasting Infrastructure

The HEBA system doesn’t just improve on conventional antenna design—it completely reimagines it. Our patented technology delivers exceptional broadcasting performance while addressing the key challenges that have plagued station operators for decades.

The HEBA Advantage

Our High-Efficiency Broadband Antenna offers game-changing benefits:

  • Minimal Footprint: Requires only 900-3,600 square feet—a fraction of conventional systems
  • Compact Design: Standing just 20-50 feet above its base
  • Versatile Installation: No ground radials antenna—can be mounted on rooftops, silos, inside non-metallic enclosures, vehicles, or traditional ground placements
  • Regulatory Simplicity: No painting, strobe lights, or FAA approval requirements
  • Future-Ready Technology: Exceptional performance with AM HD (IBOC) transmission
  • Reduced Operating Costs: Lower maintenance and insurance expenses
  • Environmentally Responsible: Eliminates risk to migratory birds, prevents icing issues, and withstands extreme weather conditions

Our Commitment

WWAS is dedicated to advancing AM radio antenna technology while reducing environmental impact and operating costs. We partner with radio stations of all sizes to deliver custom compact AM antenna solutions that enhance broadcast quality, simplify operations, and prepare them for the future of broadcasting. Join us at NAB 2025 to see HEBA™ in action—April 7, 1:30 PM (Learn More).

Our Team

Tom Poulos
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Tom Poulos

Managing Partner, Founder
Tom Poulos

Tom Poulos

Managing Partner, Founder

Tom Poulos is a founder, managing partner, and investor in World Wide Antenna Systems (WWAS), where he spearheads the development of the HEBA™, a revolutionary High-Efficiency Broadband Antenna. In 2000, Tom led the acquisition of WGFP AM/FM, transforming it into the pioneering test site for multiple HEBA™ installations, now FCC-approved for nighttime AM broadcasting. With a storied career, he served as President of McGavren Guild at Interep, the largest independent radio representation firm in the U.S., managing over 1,000 stations across the U.S. and Canada. Beyond WWAS, Tom remains a passionate supporter of philanthropic broadcast organizations and a successful investor in commercial and residential real estate. His vision drives HEBA™’s mission to redefine AM radio antenna technology.

tom@worldwideantennasystems.com

Ken Spitzer
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Ken Spitzer

Managing Partner, Founder
Ken Spitzer

Ken Spitzer

Managing Partner, Founder

Ken Spitzer is a founder, managing partner, and investor in World Wide Antenna Systems (WWAS), driving the success of the HEBA™, a groundbreaking High-Efficiency Broadband Antenna. With 40 years in small-market radio ownership, Ken co-owned WGFP-AM alongside Tom Poulos and Mr. Sims, where it became the testbed for HEBA™ installations, now FCC-approved for nighttime AM broadcasting. He served as a Regional Vice President at Clear Channel Communications (now iHeartMedia), managing stations across multiple markets, and founded Astro Communications, creator of the syndicated Delilah program. In the early 1990s, Ken partnered with Mr. Sims to represent the FDIC and RTC in broadcast workouts. His expertise shapes HEBA™’s mission to revolutionize AM radio antenna technology.

ken@worldwideantennasystems.com

Kurt Gorman
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Kurt Gorman

Chief Engineering Officer, Chief Technology Officer
Kurt Gorman

Kurt Gorman

Chief Engineering Officer, Chief Technology Officer

Kurt Gorman, Chief Engineering Officer and Chief Technology Officer at World Wide Antenna Systems (WWAS), brings unparalleled expertise to the HEBA™, the High-Efficiency Broadband Antenna revolutionizing AM radio antenna technology. As the named inventor on multiple HEBA™ patents, Kurt’s innovation underpins its compact AM antenna design and nighttime AM broadcasting success. In 1990, he founded Phasetek, a leader in custom-engineered AM phasing, branching systems, and RF components. Based in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, Phasetek’s advanced facility delivers high-quality broadcast solutions. One of the industry’s top RF design shops, it powers HEBA™’s edge.

kurt@worldwideantennasystems.com

Grady Moates
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Grady Moates

Chief Scientist
Grady Moates

Grady Moates

Chief Scientist

Grady Moates, Chief Scientist at World Wide Antenna Systems (WWAS), is a veteran radio engineer and pioneer in AM radio antenna design, shaping the innovative HEBA™, the High-Efficiency Broadband Antenna. Through his firm, Loud and Clean, Grady designs, installs, and optimizes broadcast antenna systems and transmission facilities. His expertise spans audio processing, digital storage, production studios, and acoustics, honed over decades as a broadcast engineer and on-air talent. Grady’s scientific leadership drives HEBA™’s compact AM antenna success, including its nighttime AM broadcasting breakthrough.