Cumulus Media has announced the promotion of Bridget England to Program Director of “96 Rock” WFTK Lebanon/Cincinnati OH.
England has spent her entire career with the Cumulus and previously Susquehanna cluster starting as an intern. She would join “96 Rock” when it launched in 2007 and co-hosted mornings as ‘Mistress Bridget’ with Michael ‘Fin’ Walter until 2014 when the show was replaced by syndication. After a stint in middays, she would return to mornings with former evening host JD in July 2015 and will continue in that role along with her new duties.
Emgland succeeds Steve Dent, who exited as Program Director of WFTK and sister Classic Rock “92.5 The Fox” WOFX-FM in October. Dent also hosted afternoons at WFTK.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announces that it has promoted Bridget England to Program Director of 96 Rock/WFTK-FM in Cincinnati. England has been heard on 96 Rock’s morning show for the past 12 years and will continue to host mornings for the station, in addition to her new role.
Jon Laing, Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus Cincinnati, said: “Promoting from within the company ranks is exciting! It rewards loyalty and expertise and fosters a winning culture. Bridget has demonstrated strong leadership and we’re pleased to elevate her to Program Director of 96 Rock.”
Keith Mitchell, Operations Manager, Cumulus Cincinnati, commented: “Having started as my intern at another station, to becoming 96 Rock’s morning show host 12 years ago, Bridget has achieved her goal of programming 96 Rock. Bridget knows the 96 Rock brand inside and out and has a passion for our listeners and the Rock format. I’m excited for her to take on this well-deserved opportunity and am confident she will take the station to a new level as Program Director.”
Bridget England remarked: “I am beyond excited to slide into the driver’s seat as Program Director of 96 Rock. This station has been my home for the last 12 years and this team is like family. Thanks to Jon Laing, Keith Mitchell, and John Dimick for handing over the keys! Let’s rock!”
