Matt Holiday

Cox Media Group Orlando announced today that Matt Holiday has been promoted to full-time Afternoon On-Air Talent & Music Director on CHR WPYO (POWER 95.3), effective immediately. Matt will be heard weekdays 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and be critical to the daily operation and music programing for POWER 95.3.

Matt comes to Orlando from CMG Long Island where he was a weekend warrior for WBLI, of his time there, Director of Branding and Programming and CMG Top 40 Format Leader Jeremy Rice says, “Matt is extremely focused and his hard work and commitment to excellence is the perfect recipe for success!”

Steve Smith, CMG VP of Programming commented, “POWER 95.3 is the perfect example of how CHR needs to evolve for the future to remain relevant. Matt Holiday’s passion and ambition make him the right choice for success in Orlando. Congratulations, Matt!”

“Matt’s story is the perfect example of how talent, hustle, creativity and a great attitude can take careers to the next level,” said WPYO Director of Branding and Programming Will Calder. “I’m really excited to start tapping this energy from Matt and working hand-in-hand with him on growing POWER 95.3!”

“I’ve had the privilege of getting to experience working in radio from all over the country & now after several years of grinding, it really does prove that hard work, determination & building strong relationships pays off,” said Matt. Major shout outs and appreciation to Will Calder, Jeremy Rice, Steve Stewart, Jason Meder, Steve Smith and everyone along the way who has believed in me.”