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Steve Hunter to Depart Griffin Radio Cluster in Tulsa


Steve Hunter
Steve Hunter

Griffin Media/Tulsa Director of Operations and Programming Steve Hunter will exit on Friday, September 30. During his tenure there, he oversaw CHR KHTT (106.9 K-Hits), Country KVOO (98.5 The Bull), Classic Hits KBEZ (92.9 The Drive), KXBL (Big Country 99.5) and Sports KTSB-AM (The Blitz 1170). Previously, Hunter served as Director of Operations for crosstown Cox Media Group and Format Captain for the company's Hot AC outlets.

VP/Content Todd Spessard wrote in an email, "Until a replacement is named, the radio PDs will handle all decisions regarding their respective stations and report directly to him."

He added, "I want to sincerely thank Steve for everything he has done for the radio group and our company, and for the professionalism he has displayed through a tough process. Steve is a wonderful person and I'm fortunate to call him a friend."

Hunter said, "I have really enjoyed my time at Griffin and can't say enough good things about the company or the people. Honored to be part of such a wonderful team and five great radio brands. We assembled a great team that will continue to do great things. Just honored to be on the team and proud of our accomplishments."

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