John Lewis Expands Cumulus Regional VP Role

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, July 13, 2026 | 11:54am CT

John Lewis

Cumulus Media has promoted John Lewis to Regional Vice President, expanding his responsibilities to include oversight of the company's stations in Fort Walton Beach and Pensacola, FL. Lewis will continue to lead Cumulus' operations in Huntsville, AL, and Chattanooga, TN, while overseeing the company's audio brands across radio and digital platforms in the newly added Florida markets.

A 17-year Cumulus veteran, Lewis was named Regional Vice President for Huntsville and Chattanooga in 2022. He joined the company in 2009 and previously served as Vice President and Regional Market Manager for Chattanooga and Macon, GA. His leadership experience also includes market manager roles in Albany, NY, Pensacola, FL, Lexington, KY, and Memphis, TN.

"John is a proven leader when it comes to building a positive culture with a foundation of measurable results," said Mark Sullivan, Senior Vice President, Operations, Cumulus Media. "I am pleased that in his expanded role, he will share his deep experience and knowledge with our terrific teams in Fort Walton Beach and Pensacola."

Lewis said the promotion is especially meaningful because it brings him back to a market where he previously worked. "I'm honored and excited to work with the Pensacola and Fort Walton Beach teams," he said. "Having spent a couple of years early in my career with Cumulus Pensacola, it's especially meaningful to return. With outstanding teams, great brands, and a strong track record of success, I look forward to building on that momentum and helping both markets reach their full potential."

Cumulus operates four stations in Fort Walton Beach, including WKSM-FM (99 Rock), WNCV-FM (Coast 93.3), WYZB-FM (Y105.5), and WZNS-FM (Z96). In Pensacola, the company owns WCOA News Talk 104.9 FM/1370 AM, WJTQ-FM (Jet 100.7), WMEZ-FM (The New Hot 94.1), Magic 106.1 (WRRX-FM), and 102.7 WXBM.