iHeartMedia announced today that Rob VanDerbeck has been named Market President for Albany, NY, effective immediately. He will report to Bob Morgan, President for iHeartMedia Upstate New York.
“Rob has been exceptional in leading our stations in Poughkeepsie and Sussex, and I am looking forward to working with him as he expands his oversight into the Capital Region,” said Bob Morgan, President for iHeartMedia Upstate New York.
VanDerbeck started at iHeartMedia in 2012 as Senior Vice President of Sales in Hudson Valley and Sussex, NY, where he played a pivotal role in driving revenue and market growth. In 2022, he was elevated to Market President for both markets. Prior to his tenure with iHeartMedia, he served as Director of Sales at Albany Broadcasting for two years and as Vice President of Sales at Cumulus Broadcast for nearly ten years.
“I am excited for this next chapter. As a lifelong competitor, and I look forward to competing once again in the Albany Market and working alongside our strong, talented team to deliver great results,” said Rob VanDerbeck.