D/FW Radio: Vince Richards Named PD At Eagle, Lone Star

iHeartMedia Dallas has named Vince Richards as Program Director for 97.1 The Eagle and Lone Star 92.5, effective immediately.

Richards brings a strong leadership background to the role and will oversee strategy, execution, and daily programming for both rock stations. He will report to Marc Sherman, Executive Vice President of Programming.

Vince Richards

“Adding someone with Vince’s experience and reputation is a major win for our team,” said Chris Long, Region President for iHeartMedia Dallas-Fort Worth. “We’re excited to welcome him and look forward to the impact he’ll make.”

Richards joins from Audacy, where he most recently served as Vice President of Rock Programming. Over the course of his career, he has led stations in Sacramento, Kansas City, New Orleans, and Houston, and began his career at WQLZ in Springfield, Illinois.

“I’m excited and motivated to lead the talented teams at these two iconic stations in the DFW market,” Richards said. “I appreciate the opportunity from the iHeart team and look forward to building on the success of 97.1 The Eagle and Lone Star 92.5.”