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Renee Nelson To Depart Mornings At WMME After 30 Years

Posted: 11 Jun 2021 12:45 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...fter-30-years/



After 30 years in mornings at Townsquare Media CHR 92 Moose WMME Augusta
ME, Renee Nelson will depart on June 23 as she prepares to relocate to
Florida.

Nelson celebrated her 30th anniversary at the station in May. She told
listeners this morning that she originally planned to leave in 2019 when
she sold her house, but remained longer due to a family situation and then
the pandemic. She wrote on the stations website, Being part of the fabric
of central Maine as we all navigated the pandemic is precisely where I
needed to be, and I fully believe that the 92 Moose did an amazing job of
keeping people informed, connected and bringing a sense of normalcy and
some humor in a time where nothing seemed normal. I know doing the show,
being part of this community was one of my lifelines during this time.

Matt James will remain in mornings while the station begins the search for
a new co-host.





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Tavis Smiley Sets Management, Air-Staff & Launch Date For 1580 KBLA Los
Angeles

Posted: 11 Jun 2021 12:35 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...a-los-angeles/



Former BET, PBS and NPR/Public Radio International host Tavis Smiley’s
Smiley Audio Company will launch its new Black Talk format on 1580 KBLA
Santa Monica/Los Angeles on Saturday, June 19.

The Juneteenth launch follows Smileys purchase of the station last fall
from Multicultural Radio Broadcasting for $7.15 million.

Smiley has tapped Elston Howard Butler to serve as President and Chief
Operating Officer of KBLA and parent Smiley Audio Company. Butler joins
KBLA from Stevie Wonders Taxi Productions Adult RB 102.3 KJLH Inglewood
where he has served as Market Manager since January 2019. He has also
served as VP/Sales for iHeartMedia Riverside CA, Local Sales Manager for
790 KABC Los Angeles, and held sales positions at CBS Radio, Evergreen
Media, Cox Radio and KJLH in Los Angeles.

KJLH has also unveiled its daily on-air schedule which features a few other
KJLH veterans.

Dominique DiPrima will move from the 430-6am slot on KJLH to anchor “First
Things First With Dominique DiPrima� from 6-9am at KBLA. DiPrima, who had
been with KJLH since 2005, previously hosted Street Science with Dominique
di Prima at 92.3 and 100.3 KKBT where she also was a part of Steve Harveys
morning show.

Smiley himself will host from 9am to 12pm. He will be followed by Danny
Morrison from 12 to 2pm. Morrison will continue to host mornings at Cesar
Chavez Foundation Rhythmic CHRs Forge 95.3 KBHH Kernan/Fresno and Forge
103.9 KBDS Taft/Bakersfield.

Reach Medias syndicated DL Hughley Show will follow from 2-4pm. Comedian
Alonzo Bodden will host afternoons from 4-7pm. Dr. Jeshana Johnson will
host Let’s Get Intimate with Dr. Jeshana Johnson� from 7 to 9pm. Another
KJLH alum, Don Amiche will host “Don Amiche vs. Everybody + Crysta and
Kiara� from 9pm to midnight. Amiche spent 11 years at KJLH from 2007 to
2018 and most recently was a producer for Westwood Ones Pat McAfee Show. He
has also worked on-air at KJMZ Lawton, KQXC Wichita Falls, KZZA Dallas,
KWIN Stockton, XHTZ San Diego, and served as Creative Services Director for
KNX Los Angeles.

At the stroke of midnight on June 19, 2021 – that is, Juneteenth 2021 – Los
Angeles will have its first and only “Unapologetically Progressive� talk
radio station for the African-American listening audience!! Helmed by media
personality, author and philanthropist Tavis Smiley of Smiley Audio Media
Inc. KBLA Talk 1580, is the only Black-owned and operated talk station in
Southern California!

Smiley is excited to announce that he’s tapped Elston Howard Butler to
serve as president and general manager of KBLA Talk 1580. Butler will also
serve as president and COO of the holding company, Smiley Audio Media Inc.

A 33-year seasoned radio executive, Butler has long been one of the
market’s top leadership executives, known for generating exponential growth
across multi-media platforms. Most recently, Butler served as market
manager for Taxi Productions’ Radio Free 102.3 KJLH — overseeing a staff of
53 employees. Over the course of his broadcast media career, Butler has
also been a winner for ABC/Disney and iHeart Media.

“I’m having a great run, but I’m not tired yet,� said Butler. “The eyes of
the future are looking back at us, hoping and praying that we get it right
this time. I have been in and around LA my entire life, and now more than
ever in this moment of racial reckoning for America, I feel a deep
responsibility to help put our city on the right track.�

For Butler, the timing couldn’t be better to launch a talk radio station,
geared toward people of color and progressives. “For me, that starts with
helping to build a new talk radio station that will sound like our city and
reflect the way it looks. KBLA Talk 1580 is a talk radio station that will
give everyday people a voice, and advance conversations that matter,� said
Butler. “I am grateful to Tavis Smiley for his vision and stewardship of
this historic Black-owned and operated media venture. The city is ready,
our talented team is ready, I am ready.�

Butler is a recipient of the National Salute to Black Achievers in Industry
Award, co-founder of the Black College Expo and sits on the board of the
Black Media Collective.



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Melissa Chase To Program KHMX/KKHH Houston

Posted: 11 Jun 2021 07:56 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...-kkhh-houston/



Audacy has announced the appointment of Melissa Chase as Brand Manager of
Adult Hits 95.7 The Spot KKHH and Hot AC Mix 96.5 KHMX Houston starting
July 1.

Chase departed her role as Operations Manager for SummitMedia Richmond and
morning host on Hot AC “103.7 Your Variety“ WURV in late May. She had been
PD/morning host at WURV since 2010 through its incarnation as Adult
Alternative “103.7 The River“, 2013 flip to Hot AC “103.7 Play“, through
its relaunch in March as “103.7 Your Variety“. She also served as
Operations Manager for SummitMedia Richmond since 2016 and Program Director
of “Classic Rock 96.5� WKLR. She had announced her intentions to step down
from her programming roles at the end of March. Chase previously spent a
decade at CHR “Q94� WRVQ Richmond rising to morning co-host and APD/MD.
During her tenure there she also tracked shifts for WKCI-FM New Haven CT,
WAZR Harrisonburg VA and XM.

Chase succeeds Chase Murphy, who exited earlier this year overseeing the
two stations.

Audacy announced Melissa Chase as Brand Manager of Mix 96.5 (KHMX-FM) and
95.7 The Spot (KKHH-FM) in Houston. In this role, Chase will oversee both
stations’ full portfolios of broadcast, digital and live experience assets,
effective July 1.

“Melissa’s breadth of experience launching and enhancing local radio brands
makes her a perfect choice to take the helm of these two stations,� said
Sarah Frazier, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Audacy Houston. “I
am equally as excited about her expressed commitment to leveraging the
power of our brands to play a role in our community. Connecting with our
listeners is our number one priority, and I trust that our stations will be
able to further grow its footprint in the Houston area under Melissa’s
leadership.�

“I am beyond excited to join this incredible team,� said Chase. “Mix 96.5
is an amazing heritage station with passionate listeners and 95.7 The Spot
has quickly grown into a major player in the market – both with
extraordinarily talented personalities that I can’t wait to work with.
Thank you so much to Sarah Frazier and Pat Paxton for the opportunity to
join the Audacy Houston family.�

Chase joins Audacy after spending the last 12 years with SummitMedia in
Richmond, VA as Operations Manager and Program Director, where she created
and implemented strategies to improve and grow brands for six radio
stations, as well as an on-air host. Prior to her time at SummitMedia,
Chase was an Assistant Program Director and on-air personality for
iHeartMedia, where she was heard on various stations in Richmond, New
Haven, CT, Harrisonburg, VA, Miami, FL and Houston, TX. Other previous
roles include production development for MTV Networks/Viacom and voiceover
actor.



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MediaCo Appoints Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay As CEO; Bradford Tobin As
President/COO

Posted: 11 Jun 2021 06:20 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...president-coo/



Standard Generals MediaCo Holding Inc., owners of Hip Hop Hot 97 WQHT and
Adult RB 107.5 WBLS New York as well as Fairway Outdoor has appointed
Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay as CEO and Bradford Tobin As President/COO effective
July 1.

Lindsay joins MediaCo from Urban One, where he has spent the past nine
years as Executive Vice President of Advertising Sales and Marketing
overseeing TV One. In 2020 he added oversight of iOne Digital ad sales, One
Solution, and One X Studios adding oversight of the companys branded
content and cross-platform marketing including Radio One and Reach Media.
He has also served as VP of Ad Sales for MTV2, mtvU, and Palladia.

Tobin joined MediaCo in August 2020 after serving as General Counsel and
Chief Compliance Officer for Standard Diversified Inc. He also was
SVP/General Counsel for RadioShack, managing Standards investment through
bankruptcy and an Operations and Bankruptcy specialist for Silver Point
Capital.

MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ: MDIA), owner of HOT 97, WBLS, and Fairway
Outdoor, announced today that Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay has been named Chief
Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2021. Mr. Lindsay most recently served
as Executive Vice President, Urban One. He brings over twenty years of
successful leadership experience across media, television, and advertising
to MediaCo. As CEO, Lindsay will be responsible for setting MediaCos
overall strategic vision and expanding its radio and outdoor divisions with
an emphasis on transforming the digital business.

“Rahsan-Rahsan is a talented and dedicated leader with the right strategic
vision, relentless drive, and passion for media required to lead the
MediaCo team at this critical time. He forged his career at the
intersection of technology and media, and his vast experience and keen
perspective will be invaluable in taking the company into the future,� said
MediaCo Board Director Laura Lee.

Lindsay has spent the past nine years at Urban One, Inc., where he oversaw
advertising sales, integrated marketing, and sales operations for TV One
and sister network CLEO TV, which he helped launch in 2019. In 2020, he
took over the role as head of iOne Digital ad sales and One Solution, Urban
One’s cross-platform marketing group, as well as One X Studios, the branded
content production arm of Urban One. Prior to joining TV One in 2011,
Lindsay spent nearly eight years in Ad Sales for Viacom Media Networks,
focused on new business development for MTV, Comedy Central, Spike, CMT,
and TV Land. He also served as VP of Ad Sales for MTV2, mtvU, and Palladia.

Passionate about serving the community and grooming the next generation of
leaders, in his spare time Lindsay serves as the co-chair of the Board of
Directors for The Brotherhood/Sister Sol, a Harlem-based nonprofit
organization.

“The opportunity to work with iconic brands like HOT 97 and WBLS is just
too good to pass up,� said Lindsay. “I see a number of potential ways to
further cultivate both brands, build on their well-established legacies,
and drive new revenue streams. I’m also energized by the opportunity to
leverage the Fairway footprint in a way that helps fulfill the MediaCo
mission to connect with broader audiences.�

MediaCo’s newly formed senior management team is poised to drive future
success, comprised of capable leaders who bring a collaborative spirit and
a necessary focus on future strategy. As part of MediaCo’s strategic
realignment, Bradford Tobin was also recently named President and Chief
Operating Officer.

“Brad is a seasoned and trusted leader who consistently delivers results.
He is uniquely qualified to drive strategic prioritization and
accountability within MediaCo, with a laser focus on operational
excellence, said Soo Kim, MediaCo’s lead investor.

Prior to joining MediaCo in August 2020, Tobin served as General
Counsel/Chief Compliance Officer for Standard Diversified Inc., and General
Counsel/SVP for RadioShack, where he established a proven track record for
building and managing high-growth sales organizations. In his current role,
Tobin leads business operations for MediaCo, including rapidly scaling
digital capabilities and aligning the organization’s innovation engine.

“Im proud to be a part of MediaCo’s executive team and thrilled to help
lead the company into its next phase of innovation as we focus on building
a 360 media experience for consumers, said Tobin.



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Station Sales Week Of 6/11

Posted: 11 Jun 2021 04:51 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...-week-of-6-11/



RC Amers Vision Communications sells Conservative Talk 1410 KKLO
Leavenworth/92.7 K224FF Lenexa KS to Radio Vida Kansas for $775,000. KKLO
serves the Kansas City market, where the buyers Radio Aliento Spanish
Christian programming is heard on Iglesia Pentecostal Casa De Dios Para Las
Naciones 100.7 KCGG-LP Kansas City KS.

Patrick Pfeffers Evolution Broadcasting sells the former Dance 93.1 Play-FM
1290 WPCF Panama City Beach/93.1 W226CJ Panama City FL to Faith Radio
Network, Inc. for $100,000. The buyer owns six stations in the Florida
panhandle and southern Georgia featuring Christian Preaching in either
English or Spanish. WPCF, which was operated as part of the Panama City
nightclub Club La Vela, went silent last year due to loss of revenue from
the pandemic.

Rocky Mountain Radio Group sells Alternative 97.7 The Zephyr KZYR Avon and
AAA 104.7 The Mile KKVM Vail CO to Stephen and Kristen Degenhardts KNS
Broadcasting for $695,000. Stephen Degenhardt has hosted mornings at KZYR
since 2002 under the name Steve Leigh. A Time Brokerage Agreement took
effect of June 1.

Casey Vinyard is acquiring the 75% stake in Metro Radio Group Sports 1400
KREF Norman OK he doesnt own from the estate of Jerry Laffoon for $157,000.

Luis Giraldo sells 94.7 KPZX Paducah TX to Ingride Montealegre for the
cancellation of $55,000 in debt owed between the two parties.

Shane Curingtons CTI Media Productions acquires Silent 900 KCLW Hamiilton
TX from Faith In Christ Ministries for no consideration. KCLW has been
silent since January when its transmitter received moisture damage
according to its STA.
Translator Sales

CSN International is trading 90.7 W214BE Raymond and 91.3 W217AQ Meridian
MS to Radio By Grace for 99.9 K260BT Rapid City SD.



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Vultu Its Peter Rosenbergs Job to Be Polarizing

Posted: 10 Jun 2021 03:59 PM PDT
https://www.vulture.com/2021/06/pete...real-late.html





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Amazon Music Launches DJ Mode Channels With Billie Eilish

Posted: 10 Jun 2021 03:04 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...billie-eilish/



Amazon Music has announced it is launching DJ Mode on its All Hits, Country
Heat and Rap Rotation channels as well as a Billie Eilish guest-hosted
channel.

The hosted channels will feature music insights from industry experts and
tastemakers, and drop-ins from top artists, plus music facts and trivia
from Alexa. Amazon describes these radio-like channels as These DJ Mode
stations include song selection and sequencing personalized to listener
tastes, and music commentary and storytelling that evolve with every listen
as new music is released.



Today, Amazon Music announces DJ Mode, a brand new, on-demand listening
experience that combines the personalization, control, and breadth of
catalog of streaming with the vibrancy and personality of DJ-hosted
radio—all in one destination. Listeners in the U.S. can opt in today to
check out new, DJ-hosted stations across hip-hop, country, and pop,
featuring music insights from industry experts and tastemakers, and
drop-ins from top artists, plus music facts and trivia from Alexa. Learn
more here.

“We’re continuing to revolutionize how listeners experience music, and with
DJ Mode we’re combining the best of streaming and traditional radio,� said
Steve Boom, VP of Amazon Music. “With DJ Mode, fans can stream music
selected just for them, while enjoying the personality of DJ-hosted radio.
We’re also delighted that Billie Eilish is behind our first-ever artist-led
DJ Mode experience, which gives fans access to her musical tastes and
storytelling, hosted by one of the most innovative artists in the world.�

Beginning today, fans can opt in to experience DJ Mode across three of
Amazon Music’s top stations—Rap Rotation, Country Heat, and All Hits—with
additional stations to follow. These DJ Mode stations include song
selection and sequencing personalized to listener tastes, and music
commentary and storytelling that evolve with every listen as new music is
released. Fans can also now access the first-ever artist-led DJ Mode, The
Billie Eilish Takeover, where the global superstar shares her inspirations
and influences alongside her favorite songs and behind-the-scenes stories.
To begin listening with DJ Mode, Prime members and Amazon Music subscribers
in the U.S. can opt in by requesting enabled stations using voice with
Alexa; the recently announced Car Mode, which makes it easier to use Amazon
Music while in the car; or the Amazon Music app for iOS, Android, and Fire
TV. Stations include:

“Alexa, play Rap Rotation in DJ Mode�: Rap Rotation Radio is your new home
for hip-hop in heavy rotation, featuring the hottest tracks from Cardi B,
Big Sean, Lil Yachty, and more. Hosted by esteemed hip-hop personality DJ
Letty, Rap Rotation Radio in DJ Mode features voices from the artists that
are moving the culture forward, stories behind the hit songs, and much more.
“Alexa, play Country Heat in DJ Modeâ€�:Â*Nashville country music radio host
Kelly Sutton hosts Country Heat Radio in DJ Mode, which features some of
the artists behind Nashville’s most important music including Maren Morris,
Chris Stapleton, and Thomas Rhett.
“Alexa, play All Hits in DJ Mode�: Amazon Music’s senior pop music
programmer and former favorite Seattle radio host DJ Karen Wild takes
listeners through the biggest songs in the world with All Hits Radio in DJ
Mode. Hear from artists such as The Weeknd, Saweetie, and Bruno Mars,
alongside the stories behind the tracks, featuring voices of the artists
who created them.
“Alexa, play The Billie Eilish Takeover�: With The Billie Eilish Takeover,
fans are invited behind the scenes into Billie’s process. They’ll listen to
music curated by the global superstar and hear from Billie herself as she
shares stories about her music, her musical influences, and why she picked
some of her favorite songs to share with listeners. Billie’s limited-time,
curated experience will continue to be updated with new stories about her
music as new songs from her upcoming album, Happier Than Ever, are
released. Fans can listen to The Billie Eilish Takeover ahead of her
upcoming episode of the Prime Day Show, premiering June 17 on Prime Video,
where she shares details about her set list for the show.


Prime members who haven’t yet tried Amazon Music Unlimited can get our best
deal ever—four months of the premium subscription service free, with
unlimited access to more than 75 million songs ad-free and millions of
podcast episodes. In addition, with the purchase of select Amazon Echo
devices, Prime members new to Amazon Music Unlimited can get six months of
the premium subscription service free. Listeners who want to listen to
personalized music without commentary can continue to access these stations
without DJ Mode.



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Seth Hughes Adds Music Director Duties At Warm 106.9

Posted: 10 Jun 2021 02:42 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...at-warm-106-9/



Hubbard Radio AC “Warm 106.9� KRWM Bremerton/Seattle has announced the
promotion of morning host Seth Hughes to Music Director.

The additional duties come as Hughes signed a contract extension to remain
with the company. Hughes joined KRWM in April 2019 as morning host after
spending a year in middays at sister Country 98.9 KNUC. He has also hosted
mornings and afternoons at Country 94.1 KMPS and was APD/Afternoon host at
“100.7 The Wolf� KKWF in Seattle. Hughes also spent 16 years in programming
and production in Vermont before coming to Seattle.

KRWM-FM Morning Talent, Seth Hughes has inked a deal to continue as morning
host and has been named Music Director for the Hubbard Radio Seattle AC
station.

“Seth has a deep background with music scheduling,� said Cat Thomas, Warm
106.9 Brand Content Director. “He knows the format, the music, our
listeners and the station’s goals. He is very deserving of this
opportunity.�

“The Pacific Northwest has been my home for over 15 years and I’m beyond
excited to continue to wake up Seattle,� commented Seth. “I’m also deep
into a finger exercise regimen so I can play G-Selector like a piano! Huge
thanks to Wheeler Morris, Scott Mahalick, Cat Thomas, Greg Strassell and my
agent extraordinaire Heather Cohen. I absolutely adore what I get to do for
a living and where I get to do it.�

Seth joined the Hubbard Radio Seattle family in March of 2018, as Mid Day
host of Seattle’s Country 98.9 KNUC. He crossed the halls in April 2019 to
assume the Warm 106.9 Morning time slot 5am-9am.

Present OnAir Line Up for Warm 106.9:

· 5am-9am – Seth in the Morning

· 9am-2pm – Shellie Hart

· 2pm-7pm – Jay Kruz

· 7pm-Midnight – Steve Mills

· Midnight-5am – Overnights with Laurie Hardie



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Bahakel Chattanooga Promotes Danny Howard To General Manager As Bernie
Barker Retires

Posted: 10 Jun 2021 02:37 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...arker-retires/



Bahakel Communications has announced a leadership change at its Chattanooga
properties.

Bernie Barker will retire as General Manager of AC Sunny 92.3 WDEF-FM, CHR
Hits 96.5 WDOD-FM, Classic Country Q97.3/99.3 WUUQ/W257AZ and AAA Alt 98.7
1370 WXCT/98.7 W254DB on June 30. Barker joined Bahakel in 2009 after
stints as Market Manager for Cumulus in Montgomery and Mobile AL. He has
also managed in Birmingham and Columbus GA.

Rising to General Manager will be Danny Howard. Howard has been with the
company since 1993. He joined the company as OM/PD of WDEF-FM and rose to
Station Manager/Director of Programming in 2009. Howard previously
programmed WLMX Chattanooga and WQMX Rome GA.

Bahakel Communications Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Beverly Bahakel
announces that 12-year General Manager Bernie Barker will retire on June 30.

To replace Mr. Barker, Bahakel has tapped 28-year Bahakel Chattanooga
veteran, Danny

Howard. Mr. Howard has been station manager/director of Programming since
2009 and previously has been operations manager/director of Programming.
Prior to Bahakel, Mr. Howard worked at WLMX in Chattanooga as program
director and at WQTU in Rome, Ga. He is a graduate of Western Carolina
University and has been working in radio since high school at WHCC/WQNS
Waynesville/Asheville, N.C.

Regarding Mr. Howard’s promotion, Ms. Bahakel said, “Danny Howard embodies
Bernie’s love for the industry and an excitement for the future of Radio.
He will continue to work with Bernie during this transition, and to bring
new ideas to the table for the Chattanooga market.�

Mr. Barker began his career in Radio at the age of 14 at WJHO in Opelika,
Al. After graduating from Auburn University, he began working at WDAK in
Columbus, Ga. as a program director and later as vice president and general
manager until 1981. Mr. Barker was also a partner in radio station
ownership in Columbus, Ga., Albany, Ga. and Memphis. Prior to joining Ms.
Bahakel in 2009, Mr. Barker was a market manager with Cumulus in Montgomery
and Mobile, Al. for 11 years and in Birmingham for 14 years.

During his career Mr. Barker held the position of president for the
Tennessee Association of Broadcasters, Alabama Association of Broadcasters
(1993) and Georgia Association of Broadcasters (1973). He also served for
five years on the board and one year as president of the Nielsen (formerly
Arbitron) Radio Advisory Council.

In 2000, Mr. Barker was named Broadcaster of the Year by the Alabama
Association of Broadcasters and was inducted into the Alabama Radio Hall of
Fame. He is also a recipient of the Advertising Club’s Silver Medal Award.
Outside of Broadcasting, Mr. Barker has been married to his wife Jacquelyn
for 58 years and they have two children and one granddaughter.

In making the announcement, Ms. Bahakel said “Bernie is a consummate GM
with a love for the business and a heart for its future. He has brought to
the table a wealth of experience and a love of his team.�



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iHeartMedia Minneapolis Promotes Barb Neren to Director of Marketing and
Partnerships

Posted: 10 Jun 2021 02:35 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...-partnerships/



iHeartMedia Minneapolis has announced the promotion of Barb Neren to
Director of Marketing and Partnerships for the cluster.

Neren has spent her entire career at the cluster starting as a promotions
assistant in 2003. She previously has held Promotions Director duties for
97.1 KTCZ and 101.3 KDWB and has been Director of Events since 2014. Neren
also makes weekly on-air appearances on Sports 100.3 KFAN KFXN-FM as Lil B
and hosts weekends on Cities 97.1 KTCZ as Barbara K.

iHeartMedia announced that Barb Neren has been elevated to Director of
Marketing and Partnerships for Minneapolis, effective immediately.
iHeartMedia Minneapolis has a strong cross-platform presence and includes
iconic brands and franchises encompassing more than six stations comprised
of music, talk and news formats.

iHeartMedia has the leading consumer reach and influence across multiple
platforms and delivers more live programming than any other media company.
As Director of Marketing and Partnerships, Neren will be responsible for
overseeing the market’s marketing, promotions, events and partnership
efforts. She will report to Greg Alexander, Market President for
iHeartMedia Minneapolis.

“I am excited to see Barb promoted into this expanded role,� said
Alexander. “Her industry knowledge, both on the promotions and programming
side of the business, will serve her well as she leads our marketing and
partnership efforts.�

Neren joined the iHeartMedia Minneapolis team in 2003 and most recently
served as Director of Sponsorships and Events. Her leadership while events
were shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic showcased Neren’s ingenuity.
She was able to create events to connect listeners with their favorite
on-air personalities and artists whether that was via Facebook Live or
virtual concerts like KDWB’s Star Party. Neren can also be heard Fridays on
KFAN 100.3 and weekends on Cities 97.1.

“I am honored to lead this team,� said Neren. “While we have loved finding
new and creative ways to bring our listeners, advertisers and artists
together virtually, we are looking forward to our events being live and in
person once again.�



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Cumulus Partners With Adomni To Sell Uber Cartop Ads

Posted: 10 Jun 2021 02:32 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/2...er-cartop-ads/



Cumulus Media has announced it is partnering with Adomni to be exclusive
sales partner for the Uber OOH powered by Adomni cartop advertising network.

In markets where Cumulus operates radio stations the company will sell
advertising for Adomnis two-sided video-enabled screens attached to the
tops of Ubers.

CUMULUS MEDIA (NASDAQ: CMLS) announced today that it has executed an
agreement with Adomni, a programmatic advertising platform with 460,000 out
of home digital screens nationally, to be its exclusive sales partner to
local businesses for the Uber OOH powered by Adomni cartop advertising
network in markets where Cumulus operates radio stations. Uber OOH is the
official Uber digital out-of-home national advertising network which, in
partnership with Adomni, features two-sided internet-connected,
video-enabled screens on the tops of Uber vehicles.

“CUMULUS MEDIA is delighted by its selection as Adomni’s exclusive Uber OOH
local sales partner. Not only does this product give advertisers a unique
and creative new way to connect with consumers, but it is also a terrific
addition to the portfolio of radio, streaming, podcasting and other digital
marketing solutions we already offer local businesses to meet their
marketing needs,� said Dave Milner, EVP, Operations, CUMULUS MEDIA.

“We are very excited about this partnership with CUMULUS MEDIA because we
believe Uber OOH gives Cumulus’s local market clients a powerful,
in-the-real-world complement to the radio and digital offerings Cumulus
currently provides. Cumulus’s reputation for the quality of their stations
and sales teams makes them a great partner and a natural addition to
Adomni’s sales team’s work calling on regional and national accounts,� said
Jonathan Gudai, CEO of Adomni.