iHeartMedia logoiHeartMedia announced today that Bridgett Knupp has been named Market President for Harrisonburg, effective immediately. She will report to Chuck Peterson, Area President for iHeartMedia Virginia Community Markets.

“I am excited to have Bridgett begin her new role as the leader of our Harrisonburg and Staunton group of station brands,” said Peterson. “She is already known and respected in the local business community through her previous roles with iHeartMedia Harrisonburg. “She has a proven track record of sales leadership and is outstanding in the area of digital advertising.

Knupp moves into the market president role in Harrisonburg after serving as the SVP of Sales for the operation since 2011. She began her career with the company as an account executive in 2001.

“I am very proud of the work we have accomplished in the Harrisonburg and Staunton markets,” said Knupp. “We have iconic brands in this market with KCY Country and 98 ROCK and are looking forward to continued success in helping our community and advertisers. I want to thank the iHeartMedia Harrisonburg team for all of their help and guidance and I am humbled to work alongside some of the industry’s best talent.”