Troy Hanson
Cumulus Media announces that it has promoted Troy Hanson to Vice President/Corporate Programming-Rock Formats for the company. The promotion adds oversight of the Classic Rock format for Cumulus to Hanson’s duties. Hanson was previously VP of Operations for Cumulus-Chicago, PD of Modern Rock WKQX/Chicago and VP of Programming-Rock Formats (Active/Alternative Formats). He will continue in his roles as VP of Operations for Cumulus-Chicago and PD of WKQX.
Brian Philips, EVP-Content & Audience for Cumulus Media, commented, “We’re grateful that Troy’s mastery of every rock variant– Alternative, Active and Classic — will enable him to oversee these formats within Cumulus and Westwood One. Troy leads with a well-honed instincts and a big heart.”
Cumulus-Chicago VP/Market Manager Marv Nyren said, “This promotion is well-earned recognition for Troy’s leadership and effectiveness. Congratulations, Troy – and thanks for continuing to build our team into the best cluster in the city of Chicago.”
Hanson commented, “Very appreciative of the continued confidence Brian Philips and Marv Nyren are showing with this new appointment. We have an amazing group of creative and talented programmers and personalities in Rock to draw inspiration from daily. A tip of the cap to Brian and Marv, along with Mary Berner, Dave Milner and Bob Walker for their stellar leadership.”
Cumulus owns and operates three Chicago radio stations: WKQX, News-Talk WLS-AM and Classic Hits WLS-FM. Cumulus is currently seeking a Vice President/Classic Rock for the company, reporting to Hanson.
