iHeartMedia has announced that Kris Foley has been named Region President for the South Ohio Region, effective immediately. Foley will work closely with the programming, business and sales teams for all station brands in the Columbus, Cincinnati and Dayton markets to oversee on-air and digital programming as well as create new business and revenue opportunities. She will report to Tom McConnell, Division President for iHeartMedia Markets Group.
“I have worked with Kris for a long time and I’m very excited to have her take on this new role,” said McConnell. “She is extremely talented and a natural leader. Her experience working across all divisions of our company, combined with her knowledge and understanding of the markets within the South Ohio region make her the perfect choice for this position.”
Foley is an adept media veteran who has taken on various roles within the iHeartMedia, most recently serving as the vice president of multi-market partnerships and business developments. She also served as the senior vice president of sales in North Ohio. Foley began her career at KISS 107.1.
“I started my media career in South Ohio as an account executive,” said Foley. “I’m absolutely thrilled to be working alongside the strong leaders and incredible team here in South Ohio and I can’t wait to take the region to new levels . “We’re passionate about the role companionship plays in the lives of our listeners and the value we can deliver to our business partners.”