Lowry Named MediaCo SVP of Audio Sales as Multiplatform Grows
MediaCo is sharpening its focus on radio and audio sales as part of a broader multiplatform growth plan, promoting Danny Lowry to Senior Vice President of Audio Sales in a newly restructured executive lineup to expand revenue in both national and local markets.
Publishing Exec Tammy Mencel Named GM at PMG Honolulu
Pacific Media Group has appointed Tammy Mencel as General Manager of its Honolulu Radio Operations. Mencel brings more than two decades of media and business leadership experience, previously serving as Pacific Business News Publisher and Market President.
US 96.3’s Hannah Lane to Guest Announce at the Grand Ole Opry
US 96.3 morning co-host Hannah Lane is adding another accolade to a spectacular year - she will take the stage as a guest announcer at the Grand Ole Opry. The Baton Rouge native, now based in Jackson, MS, will emcee the legendary show on October 3.
Terry Fahy Retiring After 43 Years With Salem Media Group
Salem Media Group has announced the retirement of Regional Vice President Terry Fahy, whose 43-year career helped shape the company’s radio presence across key West Coast markets, particularly through the Contemporary Christian Music format.
KQED’s Holly Kernan Heading East to Head Nashville Public Radio
Nashville Public Radio has appointed public media executive Holly Kernan as its next president and CEO. Beginning in August, Kernan will succeed outgoing President and CEO Steve Swenson, who announced his retirement in January after six years in charge.
Mason Moussette Heads Back to Seattle Radio
Mason Moussette is making a PNW radio homecoming, joining Audacy Seattle's Emma 94.1 (KSWD) for afternoons and Saturdays while also adding more West Coast shows for Audacy San Francisco's Alice 97.3 (KLLC).
A Former Voice Of Nashville’s Legendary WSM Dead At 73
Former announcer for the Grand Ole Opry and lifelong radio engineer Ted Klimkowski, better known as Ted Randall, passed away on May 11 at the age of 73 in Lebanon, TN. A Detroit native, Klimkowski began his radio career at the age of 15 at WMUZ, a Christian station in his hometown.
‘Donna & Steve’ Launches Weekday Syndication With Skyview
After launching as a weekend program earlier this year, is now making the jump to weekdays. Through national syndication partner Skyview Networks, the show has debuted as a weekday morning program on Mix 94.9 (WREW) in Cincinnati.
After 7 Mountains Exit, Lawrence Joins MacDonald Broadcasting
Last week, Radio Ink reported that Bob Lawrence would be departing 7 Mountains Media for a new, unknown position. That role has been revealed as Market Manager for MacDonald Broadcasting’s Saginaw-based cluster of radio and digital properties.
Townsquare Country Lead Doug Montgomery To Retire in July
Veteran Country radio programmer Doug Montgomery has announced his retirement after nearly five decades in the industry. He will officially step down from his role as Townsquare Media’s Vice President and Country Format Lead on July 31.
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