Who is Angela Watson? iHeart Radio Pro Talks to The Industry Dot Biz

JM: What has been the most rewarding experience in your career thus far?
UA: Developing talent then watching them shine as they move on to bigger markets.  It’s so exciting to see hungry young individuals come in so eager to learn and grow.  Shout out to Trey White, Loni Swain & Consuella who moved on to other markets and really soared.

JM: Radio has experienced multiple changes through the years that include deregulation laws, ratings measurements, multiple syndicated brands and more.  How has this affected your role in remaining successful?
UA: I figured out a long time ago that radio experiences change constantly.  You just have to keep up!  No time to complain.  Just get it done!

JM: If you could change one thing that affects your business daily, what would that be?
UA: I’d love to have a bigger budget to take care of employees that go above and beyond on a regular basis.

JM: Considering many of our urban-based formats (urban mainstream, UAC, urban oldies, gospel) target a heavy core of women, does radio currently do a good job of reaching that goal?
UA: I would say yes.  R&B will never die and it’s a true favorite of females.

JM: Do you believe there is a benefit to being a woman in your current role? Is there a difference in the approach?
UA: Women are born leaders and nurturers.  Because we are usually the captain of our household, keeping the family organized, it makes it easy to be in the role of management and at the helm of our teams.

JM: If you could name a few things that are essential to being successful in the radio industry today, what would they be?
UA:

• Passion- you have to LOVE what you do.
• Time Management – There’s always something coming down the pike. Work ahead and stay prepared.
• Excellent people skills- Always be fair and allow for collaboration from your team.

JM: If you could trade places with one person in the radio/record/music business today, who would it be? Why?
UA: Kevin Lyles- he’s a monster (in a good way)!  So many moving projects, so many solid relationships, he’s extremely connected to many.  He inspires magically!  You can’t help but feel as if you could run the world after a conversation with Kevin!