Larry Patrick Appointed to NAB Radio Board
The NAB made the announcement of adding Patrick to the Radio Board on Friday. Patrick is the managing partner of both Legend Communications and Patrick Communications.
Beasley To Be Honored By The Media Institute
Beasley Media’s CEO Caroline Beasley will be receiving an award from the Media Institute at its Free Speech America Gala. Beasley will receive the American Horizon Award for her "visionary industry leadership."
Jean Swaps Rain Country For The Desert
Sara Jean has been named Assistant Program Director for iHeart Phoenix Variety music stations 99.9 KEZ and 95.5 The Mountain. Jean will also serve as the new late afternoon host for 99.9 KEZ.
Longtime SW Louisiana Broadcaster, Todd Stone, Passes
Todd Stone's decades long career saw him working at a number of iconic stations including KNGT-FM, 99.5, Lake Charles.
Howell New CPB Inspector General
The Board of Directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting has named Kimberly Howell as CPB’s Inspector General, replacing Mary Mitchelson who retired in April.
Matthews Joins Cumulus Country Station KIZN
Chris Matthews is the new PD and morning show host for the Cumulus Boise, ID, Country station. Matthews joins co-host Alana Lynn as KIZN’s new morning show team.
Foley Promoted To Region President
Kris Foley has been named Region President for iHeartMedia’s South Ohio Region. Foley is a media veteran who has taken on various roles within iHeartMedia, most recently serving as VP of Multi-Market Partnerships and Business Developments.
Rupe Named To SVP Role
Emmis Communications has added Chase Rupe to its senior leadership team as SVP, Strategy and Corporate Development. Rupe is responsible for investment sourcing and evaluation as Emmis seeks to reinvest proceeds from its recent radio station sales.
Alarcón Named Businessperson Of The Year
Raúl Alarcón, Chairman and CEO of Spanish Broadcasting System has received the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 Hispanic Businessperson of the Year Award.
Curtain Comes Down On Gade’s Long Career
Alpha-Media Lincoln’s GM Julie Gade retired October 1 after 42 years in broadcasting and earning the Silver Medal Award issued by the American Advertising Federation.
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