iHeartMedia/Minneapolis Ups Barb Neren to Director of M&P

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iHeartMedia elevates Barb Neren to Director of Marketing and Partnerships for its cluster in Minneapolis, effective immediately. She joined the iHM Twin Cities team in 2003 and most recently served as Director of Sponsorships and Events. Neren can also be heard Fridays on Sports KFAN (100.3) and weekends on Hot AC KTCZ-FM (Cities 97.1).

"I am excited to see Barb promoted into this expanded role," said iHeartMedia Minneapolis Market President Greg Alexander. "Her industry knowledge, both on the promotions and programming side of the business, will serve her well as she leads our marketing and partnership efforts."

"I am honored to lead this team," added Neren. "While we have loved finding new and creative ways to bring our listeners, advertisers and artists together virtually, we are looking forward to our events being live and in person once again."

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