Phoenix Radio: Tim Richards To KMLE

Tim Richards

Former CCM+E Phoenix KZZP-FM PD Tim Richards has moved across the street to become the new Program Director of CBS Radio’s Country KMLE-FM.

A radio veteran with 20-years experience, has also programmed in Detroit, Chicago and Tucson and began his career as APD/MD in Boston at MIX 98.5. He’s a Chicago native and got his degree in radio from Columbia College.

Richards' new gig marks a return to CBS Radio and a reunion with CBS Radio SVP of Programming Greg Strassell, with whom Richards worked at WBMX/Boston until 1996.

“I couldn’t be more excited to work with CBS Radio Management and the KMLE team”, said  Richards. “KMLE is a legendary station and it’s an honor to be chosen as the next leader of this incredible brand.”

“Tim was the perfect choice to lead our programming efforts at KMLE,” said Tim Pohlman, Senior Vice President and Market Manager for CBS RADIO Phoenix. “His leadership, prior success and positive attitude will add so much to an already great team.”