Milwaukee-Madison Radio: GM Jeff Tyler Retires At iHM

After an illustrious 47-year career in radio, Jeff Tyler has announced his retirement from iHeartMedia.

Tyler’s journey in broadcasting began in 1978 as an on-air personality, with early roles in Madison and Milwaukee. In 1997, he played a key role in a transformative moment for the industry, helping to orchestrate one of the first merged markets when Capstar Broadcasting acquired six stations from two separate companies, laying the groundwork for what would become iHeartMedia’s Madison cluster.

Jeff Tyler

Over the following three decades, Tyler held a series of influential leadership positions. He served as market manager in both Madison and Milwaukee, demonstrating his ability to navigate and grow competitive broadcast markets. In 2010, he was elevated to region president, and in 2015, he relocated to Minneapolis to oversee iHeartMedia’s regional operations. 

His leadership trajectory continued with a promotion to division president in July 2018. Tyler returned to Wisconsin in 2022, taking on the role of metro president before most recently serving as area president.

Reflecting on his career, Tyler shared, “Radio has been my passion and my life’s work. I’ve had the privilege of working in every facet of this industry, guided by exceptional leaders who shaped my path and fueled my growth. At iHeartMedia, I’ve been fortunate to collaborate with a creative, innovative team and countless talented professionals across dynamic markets. Together, we’ve built meaningful partnerships and served advertisers with impact. As I step into a more flexible chapter with my family, I’m excited to continue supporting our sports partnerships in the near term while embracing this new phase.”

Tyler’s contributions have left a lasting mark on iHeartMedia and the communities it serves, and his legacy in the industry reflects a deep commitment to radio’s evolution and its role in connecting audiences.