Chuck Jewell Named GM at KKHT-AM and KTEK-AM in Houston.HOUSTON -- Salem Communications Salem Communications (NASDAQ: SALM) is a media company specializing in religious and conservative talk radio which operates in the United States, with 99 U.S. commercial radio stations (pending acquisitions) that are primarily concentrated in the nation's biggest markets, (Nasdaq:SALM), the leading radio broadcaster focused on religious and family themes programming, has announced that Chuck Jewell has been named General Manager of stations KKHT-AM (1070 AM) and KTEK-AM (1110 AM) according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Rob Adair, Vice President of Operations. Jewell joins Salem Communications following a long and successful career in radio broadcasting The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. that spans 30 years. His career includes serving in all phases of management including marketing sales and programming. "We are fortunate to have someone with the experience and talent of Chuck Jewell in Houston," said Adair. "His proven ability to grow what has already been established is a matter of record, and should serve him well in his new position of General Manager. It is exciting to have his leadership within Salem's ranks." George Plauche who has served as general manager of the stations since 2000 will continue with Salem Communications on assignment. Jewell is joining Salem Communications from Dame Broadcasting where he served as general manager of WGLU-FM, WQKK-FM, WCCL-FM and WYSN-AM in Johnstown, PA. Jewell's extensive experience in radio broadcasting includes serving in similar capacities with Citadel Communications
Citadel Communications is a Bronxville, NY-based broadcaster that owns 4 television stations, including: DMA Rank Market Station ... , Wicks Broadcasting Group, Henry Broadcasting/American Radio Systems/Triathlon Broadcasting, Midwest Radio, Inc., and Park Communications. Jewell said: "I am excited about this wonderful opportunity for growth, and more important, the opportunity to work with dedicated professionals in a growing, dynamic company like Salem Communications." Salem Communications Corporation, headquartered in Camarillo, California Camarillo is a city in Ventura County, California, United States. The population was 57,077 at the 2000 census. A January 1, 2006 California Department of Finance estimate lists the population at 64,034. The Ventura Freeway (U.S. Route 101) is the city's primary thoroughfare. , is the leading U.S. radio broadcaster focused on religious and family themes programming. Upon the close of all announced acquisitions, the company will own 98 radio stations, including 61 stations in 23 of the top 25 markets. In addition to its radio properties, Salem owns Salem Radio Network, which syndicates talk, news and music programming to over 1,600 affiliated radio stations; Salem Radio Representatives, a national sales force; Salem Web Network Salem Web Network represents the largest faith-based audiences on the Internet and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia with offices in Dallas and Nashville. Salem Web Network is owned and operated by Salem Communications Salem Corp. , the leading Internet provider Internet provider - Internet Service Provider of Christian content and online streaming; and Salem Publishing, a leading publisher of Christian themed magazines. |
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