K-C Radio: Shawn Quinn Joins KCJK For Mornings

Shawn Quinn

Cumulus Media announces that it has appointed Shawn Quinn as On-Air Host, Mornings, on Alternative KCJK X105.1 FM in Kansas City. Quinn’s new morning show debuts on X105.1 on Tuesday, September 6, 2016, from 6AM-10AM.

Quinn joins X105.1 from a successful run as Director of Programming and Morning Host at GenX.FM in Hagerstown, MD. In June 2015, he was recognized as one of “Radio’s Most Innovative” by research and consulting expert Fred Jacobs, who showcased Quinn’s digital content innovations. Prior to GenX.FM, Quinn was a Brand Manager, Program Director and Morning Show Host for Saga Communications in Asheville, NC, where he also managed digital strategies. Quinn is a regular video and audio contributor on TMZ Live, providing extensive celebrity interviews, comedy writing, and original digital content.

Donna Baker, Midwest Regional Vice President and Market Manager, Cumulus Media-Kansas City, said: “Shawn’s tremendous knowledge of the alternative format combined with his ability to entertain and connect with our passionate fans of X105.1 are an exciting step for Kansas City’s Alternative.”
 
Lance Tidwell, Operations Manager, Cumulus Media-Kansas City, and Program Director, X105.1/KCJK said: “Shawn is a true talent who really understands how digital, social and on-air all need to build on each other to create great content and connect with listeners. I am excited to have Shawn join the incomparable X105.1 team as we build on an already exciting start in Kansas City.”

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Quinn said: “I am overwhelmed and honored to be the one to wake up Kansas City on X105.1. From Troy Hanson and Lance Tidwell in programming to Donna Baker and the rest of the team, it’s a privilege to work with a group of like-minded professionals that I truly consider friends. I can’t wait to attack the air and some great BBQ in Kansas City!”