Tucson Radio: iHM Names Dave Adams SVP/Programming

Dave Adams

iHeartMedia announced today that Dave Adams has been named Senior Vice President of Programming for the Tucson market, effective October 24.

The market cluster includes Top40 KRQQ 93.7 FM, HotAC KMIY My92.9 FM , HipHop KOHT Hot 98.3 FM, Country KYWD 97.1 FM The Bull, Tejano KXEW 1600 AM, and news talk brands KNST 790 AM and the new KTZR 1450 AM.

Adams will work closely with program directors, on-air personalities and sales to oversee on-air, digital and music programming for the radio station brands and their local events. He will report to Carl Anderson, Market President for iHeartMedia Tucson, and Paul Kelley, Area Senior Vice President of Programming for the Arizona Region.

“It will be my honor to lead the amazing team in Tucson, which is one of the best in the industry,” said Adams. “I can’t wait to build on the tremendous success that they’ve had to this point and continue to take the market to new heights.”

Adams recently served as the Brand Manager for KLOU/KLOU HD-2 for iHeartMedia St. Louis. He also previously programmed iHeartMedia’s WRNW/WRIT in Milwaukee.

“We are excited to add another strong leader to iHeartMedia Tucson,” said Anderson. “Dave brings with him a deep understanding of multi-platform brand execution and strategic programming expertise.”

“Dave has a strong track record of identifying and developing talent, and will be a tremendous asset” said Paul Kelley, Area Senior Vice President of Programming for the Arizona Region. “He has the right experience and demeanor to lead our Tucson team and our powerful brands.”

“What a great hire for the Arizona Region and the Tucson market,” said Steve Geofferies, Executive Vice President of Programming. “Experience, steady hand, and a history of success. I’m looking forward to getting Dave to Tucson.”