After WBZ Exit, Rob Sanchez Finds Executive Role In Nashville
In June, iHeartMedia's Northeastern Regional News Director Rob Sanchez traded in his role for a consultancy position at WBZ, where he had been PD. On Tuesday, it was announced that he is the new COO of Nashville Public Radio.
Hernandez Adds Another Audacy CHR To His Brand Portfolio
Chris Hernandez has been raised to Regional Brand Manager of Audacy Chattanooga's 100.3 Kiss FM (WKXJ). Hernandez will retain his position as Operations Manager for Audacy Phoenix, including his role as Regional Brand Manager for Live 101.5 (KALV).
Cumulus Makes Major Format Promotion For Minneapolis’ Madden
Cumulus Minneapolis Operations Manager Derek Madden has been promoted by the company to Vice President of Mainstream Rock Formats. The new role comes in addition to his OM duties, and Madden will also continue as Program Director for Minneapolis' 93X.
Westwood One Nabs Spotify Podcast Sales Director David Cohn
On Tuesday morning, Westwood One announced the appointment of Spotify's Director of Global Podcast Sales David Cohn as Senior Vice President, Sales and Digital Partnerships. In his new role, Cohn will take charge of nationwide digital sales, primarily focusing on podcasting.
Colorado Lawsuit A Reminder To Always Pay Your Music Licenses
Despite repeated warnings since August 2021, a Grand Junction, Colorado alternative station continued to air songs without settling music royalty dues to groups such as Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) earning a lawsuit from numerous music licensing groups.
Matt Sunshine Teaches Top Sales Habits For Free On August 2
Mark your calendar! On Wednesday, August 2, at 1p ET, Radio Ink and the Radio Masters Sales Summit will present an exciting and informative webinar with Center for Sales Strategy CEO, Matt Sunshine, hosted on Facebook Live.
Cumulus Uncovers Six Ad Insights Into Healing Auto Market
According to recent data from Cox Automotive, the US auto marketplace is continuing its steady post-pandemic recovery, and radio is a key player in that growth. For May 2023, total new-vehicle sales surged by 23% compared with the previous year.
The IBA Celebrates Its Fourth Birthday With New Policies
As the Independent Broadcasters Association celebrates its 4th anniversary, it's marking the occasion with an array of improvements and new policies designed to better cater to its members. A key change includes a cap of 300 company members.
Fox Comes From Canada To Detroit Public Radio
Detroit public radio station WDET 101.9 has announced the appointment of L. Adam Fox as Program Director. In his new role, Fox will oversee the development of news, music, and conversation programming, serving the diverse Detroit community.
Futuri Debuts Another A.I. Offering Designed For Sales
AI-focused radio software company Futuri has announced the launch of another new technology utilizing artificial intelligence. The platform, SpotOn, uses AI to automate the commercial creative process to create copy, voice a spot, and add music in one program.
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