Audacy names Tatjana Deegan Vice President of Sales in Austin. In this role, Deegan will be responsible for exceeding revenue objectives by working cross-functionally with all department leads and guiding the sales team through evolving media trends.
“It’s much better working with Tatjana than against her,” said Doug Abernethy, Regional President, Audacy. “She is a powerhouse seller and a dependable colleague. Audacy’s Austin sales team is set to have a successful future with her influence.”
“I am grateful for the opportunity to lead the incredibly talented sales team at Audacy in Austin under the leadership of Doug,” said Deegan. “For the second time in my career, I am eager to learn from him and cannot wait to bring everything I’ve got to the table!”
Deegan comes to Audacy with 25 years of sales and leadership experience as an eight-time recipient of Austin Radio Sales Manager of the Year from the Alliance for Women in Media. During her 18 years as General Sales Manager (GSM) at Emmis/Waterloo Media, she oversaw multiple stations, was a driving force for the “Blues on the Green” concert series, and launched the company’s first Spanish-language station. Other roles include GSM for Cox Radio Houston’s KHPT-FM, Account Executive, and later Local Sales Manager for CBS Radio in Austin.