Entercom is making some changes to management in its Los Angeles cluster. Two SVPs, along with several Brand Managers, are part of the changes announced Thursday.
Kevin Weatherly is stepping down as Senior Vice President of Programming in LA. Mike Kaplan, Senior Vice President of Programming, will assume Brand Manager responsibilities for KROQ-FM, in addition to his current roles as the company’s Alternative Format Captain and Brand Manager for ALT 92.3 (WNYL-FM) in New York.
Entercom has also named Ralph Stewart as Brand Manager for 93.1 JACK FM (KCBS-FM). Stewart previously served as Operations Manager for 93.1 JACK FM and is currently the Brand Manager for 94.7 The Wave (KTWV-FM). Also, Chris Ebbott, Brand Manager, K-EARTH 101 (KRTH-FM), and Yesi Ortiz will serve as interim programming leaders for 97.1 AMP Radio (KAMP-FM) while a national search is conducted for permanent leaders.
“Mike’s name is synonymous with alternative music and I’m delighted to welcome him back to Los Angeles. Along with Ralph, Chris and Yesi, this dynamic team will usher in the future of our brands in this important music market,” said Jeff Federman, Regional President, Entercom.
“I’m thrilled to expand my role to lead programming efforts for the world-famous KROQ, a fixture and taste-maker in the Los Angeles music scene,” said Mike Kaplan. “I look forward to working alongside Jeff and the team to continue delivering exceptional content and unforgettable live events for our loyal listeners.”
