Shreveport Radio: Julie Kansey Named PD At KQHN

Julie Kansey

Cumulus Media announces that it has named broadcasting professional Julie Kansy as Program Director of Top 40 station, KQHN 97.3 FM i97.3, Shreveport’s #1 Hit Music Station.

Kansy joined Cumulus Media-Shreveport in 2014 as On-Air Host, Afternoon Drive, and Assistant Program Director at KRMD/NASH FM 101.1, and in 2015 was named Operations Manager of Cumulus Media-Shreveport. She has also served as Program Director of Sports KRMD 100.7 FM / 1340AM The Ticket.

Brandon Beard, Vice President/Market Manager of Cumulus Media-Shreveport, said: “Since joining Cumulus in October of 2014 to host an afternoon show on KRMD, Jules has done an incredible job of going above and beyond for our cluster. In 2015, Jules was elevated to Operations Manager and has shined in that role. Jules shows the type of passion that every GM across America would love to have. We are proud to announce that Jules will now lead our CHR station KQHN I97.3 as the PD and also begin the search for a local morning show. Jules will continue in her role as the OM and will continue to host her afternoon show on KRMD. We are proud to call Jules part of the Cumulus family in Shreveport.”

KQHN 97.3 FM (41 Kw) Red=Local Coverage Area

Kansy said: “Cumulus has given me the opportunity of a lifetime.  I have put a lot of blood, sweat and tears (don't believe me - check out my Facebook page) into radio and I wouldn't want it any other way. This is my first love and passion. I look forward to collaborating further with Cat Thomas and Brandon Beard to take i97.3 to the top."