Marshal Burgess
iHeartMedia has announced that Marshal Burgess has been named Market President for Portland, effective immediately. He will report to Tony Coles, Division President for iHeartMedia Multiplatform Group and President of BIN: Black Information Network.
“It has been incredible to witness Marshal’s growth and success over the years,” said Coles. “Few leaders bring the kind of experience, integrity, and vision that Marshal brings to the table. We look forward to Marshal building upon our history of success in Portland.”
Burgess is a veteran of the Portland radio market, having been with iHeartMedia for 25 years. He started out as an Account Executive in 1997, then was named Local Sales Manager in 2003, was elevated to General Sales Manager in 2005 and was promoted to Vice President of Sales in 2015 before being elevated once again to Senior Vice President of Sales in 2018. He began his career at CBS Radio in 1996.
“I’ve spent my entire life in Portland and grew up listening to Z100, not to mention many seasons listening to the Blazers on KEX,” said Burgess. “The support and positive energy I’ve received from Tony Coles and the entire team here in Portland have been unbelievable. I’m very excited for the future and am truly humbled by the opportunity.”
