Chris Hernandez Upped to WKXJ Chattanooga Regional BM

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, July 11, 2023 | 11:42am CT

Chris Hernandez

Audacy elevates Chris Hernandez to Regional Brand Manager for WKXJ-FM (103.7 Kiss FM) in Chattanooga. He'll continue to serve as Operations Manager for Audacy Phoenix, which includes Regional Brand Manager for KALV-FM (Live 101.5). Hernandez started with KZON-FM (101.5 as 101.5 Jamz)/Phoenix in 2007, rising from Mixshow DJ to a programming role in 2014 and eventually Program Director in 2018 when the station rebranded to Live 101.5.

Hernandez was named Operations Manager for Audacy Phoenix in 2020 and Operations Director for the company's CHR format in 2021. He added Regional Brand Manager responsibilities for Live 101.5 in 2021.

"I'm delighted to announce Chris' well-deserved promotion," said Audacy Vice President of Top 40 Programming Brian Kelly. "Chris has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication and expertise in his multiple roles and works hard to ensure seamless broadcasting of our shows for our top talent."

"I'm excited to work alongside the Chattanooga Programming and on-air team," added Hernandez. "Chattanooga has a great culture, and I'm looking forward to having Kiss continue to be a big part of it."