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Stephanie Callihan Named Director of Sales at CMG/Houston


Stephanie Callihan
Stephanie Callihan

Cox Media Group has named Stephanie Callihan Director of Sales for its Houston cluster (KKBQ/KGLK/KTHT). In her new role, Callihan will be responsible for leading and driving the implementation of overarching sales and marketing strategies for CMG Houston brand radio stations.

Prior to joining CMG Houston, Callihan was Senior Vice President and Market Manager for Audacy/Austin, Vice President and Market Manager for iHeart Media / Wichita, Director of Sales for Citadel and ABC-Disney, and has worked in numerous sales and management positions during her 30-year career. She's on the Communication School Board for Butler University, Special Olympics of Central Texas, and has served on the Country Radio Seminar Agenda Committee, American Women in Radio and Television, and the Kansas Association of Broadcasters.

"Stephanie is a sharp, competitive and compassionate leader with a proven track record of success and deep radio roots in Texas," said Keith Lawless, CMG Regional Vice President. "I am proud to have Stephanie join our CMG Houston family and excited for Houston's next chapter under her sales leadership."

"CMG has long been a shining star in the Houston marketplace," added Callihan. "I am grateful for the support from both Rob Babin, CMG Senior Vice President for Radio and Keith Lawless, and I look forward to working with Johnny Chiang, CMG Country Format Leader and the entire Houston team to grow and thrive in this Top 10 market."

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