Kershner Joins McVay
McVay Media has hired Nights with Elaina Executive Producer Ryan Kershner. Kershner will focus on producing podcasts, branded audio for the music industry, artists and product-oriented projects, branded content, audio specials and longform programming for radio and streaming platforms.
NAB’s Stanberry Named Top Lobbyist
Charlyn Stanberry, the vice president of government relations for the National Association of Broadcasters, has been named one of the top lobbyists of 2022 by the National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics. She joined NAB last year.
Steve Wexler Stepping Down in Milwaukee
Steve Wexler, the vice president and market manager of Good Karma Brands's station group in Milwaukee, will step down from his role and end his 35-year management career, the company announced on Tuesday.
KIIS Pioneer Wally Clark Dies at 84
Wally Clark, the intrepid general manager who helped turn Rick Dees' Top 40 countdown show into a nationally-syndicated staple, died this week at the age of 84. Clark is credited with turning KIIS into a pop powerhouse and financial success.
New CMG Leaders in Houston and Orlando
Cox Media Group has promoted Stephanie Callihan and J.C. Campese to lead the company's radio cluster in Houston and Orlando, respectively. Both previously served in executive sales positions at the company.
Quu Hires Laura Gonzo for Affiliate Services
Visual content producer Quu has hired Laura Gonzo as its senior director of affiliate services. Gonzo will work with stations and sales teams to help them maximize Quu's messaging and advertising products to their potential.
Andy Cohen Signs Extension with SiriusXM
SiriusXM says radio host Andy Cohen has signed a three-year extension of his contract that will keep him at the company through 2025. As part of the extension, Cohen's flagship show "Andy Cohen Live" will expand to five days a week.
Audacy Hires Seema Kumar to Run Ad Platforms
Audacy has hired Seema Kumar from WarnerMedia to serve as its senior vice president of advertising platforms. Kumar will oversee staffers who are tasked with developing and running the advertising platforms.
DJ Ace Heads to WOSF-HD2 Charlotte
Radio One says Charlotte native DJ Ace will come home with a new weekday show on its urban-format station WOSF-HD2 (102.5 FM, The Block). DJ Ace joined Radio One in 2016 when he worked for one of their stations in Charlotte.
KISS UK Launches Dance Digital Channel
British station Kiss says the presenter of its Saturday evening dance show "Strictly Come Dancing" is launching a new digital station of his own. West will curate a selection of dance tracks for the streaming station.
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