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KAZR (Lazer 103.3) Des Moines Names Wes Styles as PD


Wes Styles
Wes Styles

KAZR (Lazer 103.3) in Des Moines names Wes Styles as the Rock outlet's new Program Director and afternoon talent. He joins Lazer from Neuhoff Media in Bloomington, IL, where he served as Cluster Operations Manager and hosted the morning show on WIHN. His previous experience includes roles as Cluster OM and morning host for Community Broadcasters in Destin, FL, as well as PD and morning host for WQLZ in Springfield, IL.

"I can't tell you how genuinely excited I am to hit the ground running with this team," said Styles. "This is such a legendary station with a super talented group behind the scenes and on the microphones. I want to thank Stephanie Heide and Leigh McNabb for their trust and belief in me to lead Lazer. Let's rock."

General Manager Stephanie Heide added, "We are excited for the experience, knowledge, and talent that Wes brings to the Program Director position at Lazer 103.3. He is a fantastic addition to our leadership team here at Des Moines Media Group."

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