Audacy/Portland Ups Ryan Cooley to SVP & Market Manager

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, January 6, 2025

Ryan Cooley

Audacy appoints Ryan Cooley as Senior Vice President and Market Manager for its cluster in Portland, OR. Over the past two decades, he's held various leadership roles across the company's markets in Portland, Boston and San Francisco. He was instrumental in launching KGMZ-FM (95.7 The Game) in San Francisco and drove business development and account growth for WEEI-FM in Boston. Cooley's career includes roles as Account Executive, Local Sales Manager, General Sales Manager, and most recently, Director of Sales.

Audacy Regional President Doug Abernethy praised Cooley's appointment, stating, "Ryan's leadership, extensive broadcast experience, and love for the Portland community make him a valuable asset to the market. We look forward to seeing him take on this new role and guide the Portland team to achieve even greater success."

Cooley, who started his career with Audacy as a Sales Associate in 2005, expressed his excitement about the role. "I'm honored to be named Audacy Portland's next Senior Vice President and Market Manager," he said. "This team is truly special, these radio stations are iconic, and the people here are the heart of everything we do. Together, we're excited to build on this legacy and continue shaping the future of radio in Portland."