CMG/Atlanta Names Emily Boldon Director of Operations

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, October 3, 2022 | 11:25am CT

Emily Boldon

Cox Media Group names Emily Boldon as Director of Operations for CMG/Atlanta and Director of AC/Hot AC Content for CMG, effective Monday, October 3. In this role, she'll lead the B98.5 and 97.1 The River day-to-day operations, along with programming, promotions and commercial production for CMG Atlanta. Boldon will also direct initiatives of AC and Hot AC stations across Cox Media Group's markets nationally. Previously, Boldon was Vice President of AC Formats and Stratus Music Scheduling for Cumulus.

"Nothing is more important than having top talent in the right role," said CMG Atlanta Vice President/Market Manager Jaleigh Long. "We are thrilled to have Emily's leadership, experience, and energy at CMG Atlanta. She is a pro and will make a great impact on our legendary music stations."

"Emily is one of the most talented programming minds in the industry and I could not be happier to have her at CMG," said CMG Vice President of Audience & Operations Chris Eagan. "Overseeing our Atlanta radio brands and providing guidance to our award-winning AC and Hot AC stations is no small task, but there is no one more ready for the challenge than her."

"Cox Media Group has amazing brands in great markets with incredibly strong programmers leading their success. The Atlanta stations are the crown jewels for CMG. I am ready to take on this new role, and I am invigorated by the energy and innovative leadership at the Atlanta stations lead by Jaleigh Long," said Boldon. "Additionally, taking over as the Director of AC/Hot AC Content allows me to do what I love -- mentor, coach and support local programming to grow ratings and revenue in exciting markets that are new to me, like Tampa, Miami, and San Antonio.."