iHeartMedia New York announced today that Chris Conley has signed a new multi-year agreement for an advisory role with the company.
Conley will continue as iHeartMedia’s AC Brand Manager and in his new role will now also lead strategy and research implementation for all the companies AC stations including oversight of WLTW-FM, WKTU-FM and WNIC-FM.
In addition, industry veteran Jill Kempton will be making her return to New York as Program Director for WLTW-FM and WKTU-FM. Kempton will also retain programming duties at WASH-FM in Washington, DC.
Conley is an award-winning media veteran with decades worth of programming experience. He joined iHeartMedia New York’s 106.7 LITE FM in 2008 and has played an integral role in the station’s programming success. His leadership has led to 106.7 LITE FM being ranked No.1 (persons aged 25 to 54) nearly every month for the past decade in the New York market.
Jill Kempton, a Gracie Award winner and recognized programming leader started her career at WBEB-FM in Philadelphia. Through her career, she has garnered incredible success leading the legendary KOST-FM and WASH-FM.
Conley on his new role, “I’ve been very fortunate to have worked with the best in New York for 17 years. I’m looking forward to continuing with iHeartMedia and thankful to Thea Mitchem, Tom Poleman and Brad Hardin for valuing my perspective and expertise and developing this new role for me. I’m excited to focus on bringing new insights and opportunities to our stations and brands.”
Thea Mitchem, iHeartMedia Executive Vice President of Programming, praised Conley’s impact: “Conley’s journey from broadcaster to a legendary programmer is a testament to his unmatched contributions and passion for the industry.
Chris is truly in a class of his own and I’m thrilled that he will continue to contribute and collaborate on the success of our AC brands and New York’s iconic LTW and KTU. Congratulations to Chris on this exciting new chapter!”
Mitchem added, “I’m very excited to welcome Jill Kempton back to iHeart New York. Jill is a powerhouse who has led KOST in Los Angeles and WASH-FM in DC back to ratings dominance, it’s only fitting to have Jill take the helm of the iconic LITE FM and The Beat of New York, WKTU.”
“It’s so great to be back in New York City! I can’t wait to work alongside some of the best and brightest programming minds and talent in the country,” said Kempton. “The legendary LITE-FM and iconic KTU truly are the heartbeat and soundtrack of this city – and I’m beyond thrilled that I get to be a part of it. Looking forward to continuing to grow these already successful brands to new heights.”
An announcement on the Program Director for KOST-FM in Los Angeles will be made in the coming weeks.
iHeartMedia is the leading media outlet in the New York market with multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations; live events; data; and its digital businesses and platforms, including mobile, social and its own iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service – available across more than 500 platforms and over 2,000 devices including smart speakers, digital auto dashes, tablets, wearables, smartphones, virtual assistants, televisions and gaming consoles.
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