Madison Radio: Mid-West Family Promotes Hawke, Bishop

Randy Hawke and Lyndsey Bishop

Mid-West Family Madison has announced the promotion of Randy Hawke to General Manager and Lyndsey Bishop to Vice President of Business Development. These key leadership changes represent the company’s continued commitment to growth, innovation, and excellence within the broadcasting and media landscape.

Randy Hawke has been a cornerstone of Mid-West Family Madison for over 22 years. Having served as VP of Programming, Randy has consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership, a deep understanding of the market, and a passion for community-focused media. As General Manager, Randy will oversee the day-to-day operations of the stations/company, working closely with the leadership team.

“I am thrilled to step into this new role and look forward to the exciting journey ahead,” said Hawke. “Mid-West Family Madison has always been a company rooted in its community, and I am committed to ensuring we continue to innovate and grow while staying true to our core values. I’m honored to lead such a dedicated team as we navigate the evolving media landscape.”

Lyndsey Bishop has been promoted to Vice President of Business Development. She first made a lasting impact at Mid-West Family Madison from 2014 to 2017 and made a triumphant return in May 2023. In her return, Lyndsey played a key role in driving Mid-West Family Madison’s digital success with her innovative strategies and exceptional leadership. Bishop is the perfect person to lead the company to new heights! She is known for her ability to build strong, lasting relationships, both within the company and across the industry.

“I’m excited to take on this new challenge and continue to contribute to Mid-West Family Madison’s success,” said Bishop. “The future holds incredible opportunities for us, and I’m eager to help drive the company toward new milestones. My focus will be on driving sales growth, improving client retention, holding our team accountable for outstanding results, and recruiting talented individuals to help us achieve our goals. Together with the dedicated team here, I am confident we will continue to achieve great things.”

“We are incredibly excited about the future of Mid-West Family Madison with these leadership changes,” said Tom Walker, President of Mid-West Family Madison. “Randy and Lyndsey are both passionate and accomplished professionals who have long been integral to our team. Their new roles will help propel the company forward as we work toward achieving new heights in our commitment to community engagement, creative content, and business growth.”