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Audacy Chicago Promotes Greg Solk To VP/Programming & Operations

Posted: 28 Jul 2021 01:19 PM PDT https://radioinsight.com/headlines/211166/audacy-chicago-promotes-greg-solk-to-vp-programming-operations/



Audacy has announced the promotion of AAA 93.1 WXRT Chicago Brand Manager
Greg Solk to Vice President of Programming and Operations overseeing the companys six brands in the market.

Solk joined the then-CBS Radio cluster in February 2017 as Program Director
of AAA 93.1 WXRT and the former Classic Hits 104.3 WJMK. He previously was Senior VP of Programming for Hubbard Radio from 2011 to 2016 and previously held that title for Bonneville before Hubbard purchased multiple markets
from the company. Outside of two years as PD of AAA 104.5 KFOG San
Francisco in the early 1990s, Solk’s entire career has been spent in
Chicago where he started as an intern at 97.9 WLUP and eventually served as VP/Programming of that station and “97.1 The Drive” WDRV, which is was instrumental in launching.

Audacy states that intends to launch a search for a new Brand Manager for
WXRT.

Audacy has promoted Greg Solk to Vice President of Programming and
Operations for its Chicago market, effective August 1. In this role, Solk
will oversee programming and operations strategy for 93XRT (WXRT-FM), 104.3 JAMS (WBMX-FM), US99 (WUSN-FM), WBBM Newsradio (WBBM-AM/WCFS-FM), 670 The
Score (WSCR-AM) and B96 (WBBM-FM). Solk had previously served as Brand
Manager of 93XRT since 2017.

“Greg has been an invaluable partner who is respected and appreciated by
his team at WXRT, across Audacy, and throughout the industry,” said Rachel Williamson, Regional President and Market Manager, Audacy Chicago. “He has been influential in the success of many of the biggest brands across
Chicago and I could not be more excited to promote him into this enhanced
role overseeing our Chicago programming strategy.”

“The past four and a half years at WXRT have been among the most rewarding
of my career — especially the opportunity to work alongside legendary talents,” said Solk. “Along with so many others behind the scenes, this team returned WXRT to the top echelon of our great city’s broadcast properties. Now, I look forward to continuing to work with Rachel and our groups superb brand/programming leaders. Together we will do our best to continue enlightening, entertaining and delighting the millions we serve on
our airwaves and through our growing digital channels.”

Solk began his programming career in 1983 at The Loop (WLUP-FM) in Chicago
at the age of 21. He took on additional responsibilities with the creation
and programming oversight of the ground breaking Comedy/Talk WLUP-AM 1000
in the Spring of 1986. In 1992, Solk headed to San Francisco to program AAA KFOG and then returned to Chicago two years later to create and launch
Sports Radio 1000, WMVP. In 1997, Solk joined Bonneville Broadcasting first
to program Chicago properties, including the creation of The Drive, and
then went on to become Senior Vice President of Programming for Bonneville
in 2005, overseeing 32 stations in nine markets. When a portion of
Bonneville was sold to Hubbard Broadcasting in 2011, Solk took on Senior
Vice President of Programming for the company’s seven markets and remained until 2016. In February of 2017 Solk joined then CBS Radio as Program
Director and Operations Manager of 93XRT and WJMK (now sister station 104.3 Jams).

The station will conduct an immediate search for Solk’s replacement as
Brand Manager for 93XRT.



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SBS Promotes Donny Hudson To EVP/Local Media

Posted: 28 Jul 2021 11:18 AM PDT https://radioinsight.com/headlines/211164/sbs-promotes-donny-hudson-to-evp-local-media/



Spanish Broadcasting System has announced it has promoted Miami General
Manager Donny Hudson to Executive Vice President of Local Media overseeing
all of the companys radio, TV and digital properties at the local level.

Hudson will retain his duties leading the Miami cluster as well as he has
since March of 2017. He is on his second stint with the company, rejoining
it as Director of Sales in October 2016 after previously serving as
SVP/Sales from 2001 to 2014. Hudson has also served as EVP/Sales for
America TeVe and was General Sales Manager for HBCs (now Univision) 98.3
WRTO Miami.

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the Company or SBS) (OTC: SBSAA), the nations largest Hispanic-owned and targeted media and entertainment entity,
has named Miami native executive Donny Hudson, as EVP of Local media for radio/TV digital for all SBS markets, and will also retain his role as
General Manager, working out of the SBS offices in Miami. Recently
appointed as a Radio Board Member of the Florida Association of
Broadcasters’ (FAB) Board of Directors, Donny Hudson is a distinguished leader in the industry.

Widely regarded in industry circles as a leader in the Latino multimedia sector, SBS is the largest certified minority-owned, Hispanic-targeted
media company in the nation, operating top-rated radio formats in the country’s largest markets, including flagship WSKQ-FM in New York City, America’s most-listened-to station in any language (and the #1 Spanish-language station in the world); Aire Radio Networks, the most
expansive Spanish-language radio network with 300+ affiliates; LaMusica,
the country’s highest-rated and fastest growing Hispanic streaming app; MegaTV, the popular news and political commentary television network; and concert promoter SBS Entertainment and its perennially sold-out roster of signature live events.

His incredible work ethic, formed by his Cuban mother and American father,
who were both college professors, has allowed him to succeed in whatever capacity necessary. Donny Hudson graduated with a degree in Broadcasting
from the University of Miami. With over 20 years of work experience in SBS,
his passion, belief in teamwork and intensity have taken him to where he is today, EVP GM of the most prestigious radio tv network in the world.

“Donny has proven to be an industry leader in the over 20 years with SBS.
As General Manager, he has spearheaded numerous initiatives and alongside
his team, has delivered incredible results for the company. His belief in teamwork is what has allowed him to be a great leader and respected by the staff, which is one of the most important qualities for success. Congratulations to our new EVP of Local Media. Albert Rodriguez-
President, COO of SBS.

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with and knowing Donny for over 25 years. Since the first day I met him, I’ve always been impressed with his dedication, passion, and commitment to not only drive sales, but to deliver
to each client. I am proud of his achievements at SBS, and of this well-deserved new role. SBS is a leader in Spanish media and the
communities that it serves, and Donny will always be tied to that legacy. Felicidades Donny, well deserved”. Nelson Albareda, CEO, Loud and Live.

Every once in a while, you meet someone that you just know is going to be a game changer in your industry and that is what I felt when I met Donny
almost 25 years ago. Talented, wicked smart, and most importantly, leads
with his heart, are some of the words I would use to describe him. It has
been an honor to work alongside Donny and watch him grow into one of the pillars of the radio industry”. Jose Dans, CEO, Wow Marketing.

I am honored to have been selected for the position of EVP of Local Media.
As part of the SBS family for over two decades, I have learned, grown, and
most of all have been blessed with a team of incredibly talented
professionals. I am a true believer that you are only a great leader, if
you have an amazing team. I am grateful and honored for this opportunity.
Donny Hudson- EVP of Local Media.

Donny Hudson has been General Manager of SBS Miami supervising all
operations at WXDJ-FM (EL NUEVO ZOL 106.7FM), WRMA-FM (RITMO 95.7FM),
WCMQ-FM (ZETA 92.3FM), MegaTV, and the LaMusica App. He previously held
various managerial positions including SVP of Consolidated Sales, Local
Sales Manager, and Director of Local Sales.

Prior to joining Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS), Hudson served as EVP of Sales for America CV Network/ America TeVe. He also worked in sales at HBC
for WRTO-98.3FM, WAMR-107.5FM and WQBA-1140AM, WAQI-710AM and then as
General Sales Manager of WRTO-98.3FM. He started his radio career at
WSUA-Radio Suave after graduating from the University of Miami in 1989 with
a Degree in Broadcasting.



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Domain Insight 7/28: Dick Prepping Language Shift In Eastern North Carolina

Posted: 28 Jul 2021 10:55 AM PDT https://radioinsight.com/headlines/211160/domain-insight-7-28-dick-prepping-language-shift-in-eastern-north-carolina/



Dick Broadcasting is preparing to flip one of their Eastern North Carolina stations to a Spanish language format.
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Kadie Daye Joins WYRK Morning Show

Posted: 28 Jul 2021 05:50 AM PDT https://radioinsight.com/headlines/211155/kadie-daye-joins-wyrk-morning-show/



Townsquare Media Country 106.5 WYRK Buffalo NY has added Kadie Daye to the
Clay Company morning show.

Daye joins WYRK from nights at Sound Management CHR U93 WNDV-FM South Bend
IN where she spent the past two years. She also was Student Manager at
Goshen College AAA 91.1 The Globe WGCS Goshen IN this past year.

At WYRK Daye joins Clay Moden and Rob Banks on the Clay Company morning
show taking the spot that had most recently been held by Val Townsend until
her exit in May.












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WynnBET Partners With Cumulus Media

Posted: 28 Jul 2021 05:27 AM PDT https://radioinsight.com/headlines/211153/wynnbet-partners-with-cumulus-media/



Wynn Resorts WynnBET app has announced a multi-year, multi-platform
marketing partnership with Cumulus Media to drive listeners to the gaming platform.

The deal will include promotion during Westwood One play-by-play
programming, endorsements on CBS Sports Radios Jim Rome Show and local
shows, local advertising and studio sponsorships on Cumulus owned stations, digital marketing through streaming, social media, and podcasts, and
on-site events. The companies will work together to create content to drive engagement to the WynnBET brand.

WynnBET, the premier mobile sports betting app from Wynn Resorts, the
global leader in luxury hospitality, and CUMULUS MEDIA (NASDAQ: CMLS), a leading media, advertising, and marketing services company, announced today
the launch of a multi-year, multi-platform partnership which activates
CUMULUS MEDIAs ability to reach more than 250 million listeners each month
to drive users to the WynnBET app. Under the terms of the deal, WynnBET
becomes one of CUMULUS MEDIAs largest advertising and marketing partners.

With this partnership, WynnBET benefits from CUMULUS MEDIAs massive reach
and strong consumer engagement across multiple touchpoints, including
national exposure in Westwood Ones marquis play-by-play programming, and endorsements from preeminent sports host Jim Rome; local connections via advertising on Cumulus radio stations, multiple studio sponsorships, and
brand endorsements from local personalities; extensive digital exposure via social media, streaming, podcasting, and smart speakers; and on-site
events. Additionally, the companies plan to create content that both
entertains listeners and deepens consumer engagement with the WynnBET brand.

As part of the agreement, WynnBET leverages CUMULUS MEDIAs unique advanced targeting technology, which enables WynnBET to customize multiple brand messages and deliver tailored content to different markets and demographics across hundreds of radio stations.

This partnership with CUMULUS MEDIA provides WynnBET the ability to deliver specific, customized messaging to targeted markets throughout Cumulus
network of hundreds of stations, Wynn Interactive CEO Craig Billings said.
In addition, WynnBET will have a significant advertising presence on
Westwood Ones nationally syndicated programming, including football
pre-game and play-by-play, and we will work with Cumulus to create some exciting, branded content over the life of the partnership.

With Wynns focus on exceptional quality and high-touch customer
experiences, we believe WynnBET will be a leader among the sports betting
apps, and we are excited to deploy our unique assets to grow its business,
said CUMULUS MEDIA CEO Mary G. Berner. The sports betting market is now the fastest growing advertising category, and this innovative partnership solidifies Cumuluss position in this exciting arena.

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