Citadel Ups Robert Mathers to VP/Digital Operations

RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, June 17, 2010 | 6:46pm CT

Citadel Broadcasting promotes Robert Mathers to the newly created position of VP/Digital Operations. Mathers, a 15-year radio vet, most recently served as Senior Director of Digital Content for Citadel. In his new role, he will be responsible for managing all existing digital partnerships while working closely with the company's network division, Citadel Media.

"As new capabilities continue to become available for radio, we're well positioned to harness those technologies and put them to work for our stations and our clients," said Executive VP/Sales Mike Pallad. "I'm confident in Robert's abilities to lead this critical function for our company and I'm proud to have him on our team."

Mathers joined ABC Radio Networks in 2006 as Director of Digital Content. He was upped to Senior Director of Digital Content following the company's acquisition of ABC Radio. Previously, he sprnt eight years with Clear Channel in New York, where he oversaw digital operations. Mathers also managed online digital for WZLX-FM/Boston.

"I truly appreciate the opportunity to lead the digital efforts for Citadel as our company continues to evolve," added Mathers. "Our goal is to offer a broad array of innovative solutions that ultimately benefit our stations, listeners and advertising partners. We have a talented team committed to driving the overall success of our company."