iHeartMedia has announced the promotion of Grace Blazer to SVP/Programming for its Miami cluster.
Blazer has been with iHeartMedia Miami since 2013 serving as Program Director of News/Talk 610 WIOD and “Fox Sports 940” WINZ. She has since added roles as National News/Talk/Sports Brand Coordinator, News Director for the Florida News Network, and PD of 970 WFLA Tampa during her tenure. Blazer began her career at KDKA Pittsburgh and served as Program Director of WPHT Philadelphia from 2000-2007 and WTKK Boston from 2007-13.
She commented, “I’m incredibly proud and excited to step into my new role at iHeartMedia Miami. iHeartMedia is a powerhouse of creativity and bold ideas, and I’m energized by the opportunity to help shape our Miami brands growth and collaborate with some of the most extraordinary Programmers in the industry.”
iHeartMedia EVP/Programming Marc Chase said, “Grace is a powerhouse of programming excellence. Her ability to elevate brands, inspire teams and drive meaningful results has made her an invaluable leader within iHeartMedia.”
Miami Market President Shari Gonzalez added, “At iHeartMedia Miami, we’re fortunate to have exceptional programming leadership, and Grace is a shining example of that excellence. With 12 years of unwavering passion, strategic vision and meaningful impact across our organization, Grace has consistently raised the bar. We’re thrilled to recognize her achievements and promote her to lead our dynamic cluster into the future.”
Pedro Javier Gonzalez, who had been serving as the cluster SVP/Programming since May 2024, will remain in his previous role as SVP/Programming for iHeartLatino and will consult on the Miami stations’ music strategies.
