Vince Richards
iHeartMedia Dallas announced today that Vince Richards has been named Program Director for 97.1 The Eagle and Lone Star 92.5, effective immediately.
Richards assumes the role with a deep, proven track record in leadership, and will oversee strategy, execution and day-to-day programming on the two rock stations in the Dallas cluster. He will report to Marc Sherman, Executive Vice President of Programming.
“Any time you have the opportunity to add someone with Vince’s experience and reputation to your team, it’s a tremendous win for everyone involved,” said Chris Long, Region President for iHeartMedia Dallas-Fort Worth. “We’re excited to welcome Vince to our Dallas team and look forward to the impact he’ll make.”
Vince joins iHeartMedia Dallas from Audacy, where he most recently served as VP of Rock Programming. During his career, he has programmed stations in Sacramento, Kansas City, New Orleans and Houston. He began at WQLZ in Springfield, Illinois.
“I’m excited, focused and motivated to lead the talented teams at these two iconic radio stations in the DFW market, and I look forward to maximizing our positions in North Texas. Thanks to the iHeart team for the opportunity to take the reins of 97.1 The Eagle and Lone Star 92.5,” said Richards.