Birmingham Radio: Tom Harahan Joins Summit's WZZK

SummitMedia, LLC announced today that Tom Hanrahan is the new WZZK Program Director. In addition, he serves in a corporate role as Vice President of Country Programming and Talent Development.

Hanrahan joins SummitMedia from iHeartMedia, where he served as Alabama’s Area Senior Vice President of Programming for 25 years, the last 20 with the Birmingham cluster, programming WDXB. Hanrahan has driven and overseen multifaceted consumer engagement strategies for over three decades. In this new role, he combines his decades of experience and passion for Country music and the Birmingham market.

Tom Harahan

“Radio stories don’t always end like mine. God continues to bless me more than I deserve with a chance to program a legendary station like WZZK and lead the Country team for SummitMedia,” Harahan said. “I’m grateful for this amazing opportunity to get back to what I love doing most — living, breathing, and programming Country radio!”

In his new corporate role, Hanrahan focuses on the strategy, goals, and programming execution for all of SummitMedia’s Country stations. He will work closely with Program Directors and Market Presidents to grow the brands they oversee.

“We are excited to have Tom’s passion and experience at SummitMedia during this time of growth,” said Randy Chase, SummitMedia’s Executive Vice President, Programming. “His knowledge of radio and the Birmingham market will enable him to leverage his expertise to serve our consumers better and position the SummitMedia Country presence nationwide.”
Hanrahan will also work with talent throughout the company, teaching and helping them grow and reach their full potential.