Connoisseur Names Flatley Long Island Sales Director

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 2:10pm CT

Chris Flatley

Connoisseur Media has named Chris Flatley Director of Sales for its Long Island operations, effective July 13. Flatley will oversee revenue strategy and sales operations for the company's Long Island portfolio, including WALK (WALK 97.5), WKJY (KJOY 98.3), WWSK (94.3 The Shark), WWWF (103.1 The Wolf) WHLI 104.7 FM/1100 AM, Connrex Digital, and the company's live events, sponsorships and marketing solutions.

A Long Island native, Flatley brings more than 15 years of experience in media sales, advertising technology and streaming television. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Ad Sales for C15 Studio. Before that, he led advertising sales at fuboTV.

"Chris understands that this business is still about relationships, accountability and results," said Kristin Okesson, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager for Connoisseur Media. "Long Island is a unique market, and our clients and the Connoisseur Long Island team deserve a partner who knows the community, shows up every day and is willing to fight for their success."

Connoisseur said Flatley's combination of national media experience and deep local roots made him an ideal choice to lead its Long Island sales organization and support businesses through radio, digital marketing, live events and sponsorship opportunities.

"Throughout my career, I've been fortunate to work with innovative companies and talented teams, but the opportunity to lead a Long Island organization with such deep community ties was one I couldn't pass up," Flatley said. "I'm looking forward to building on the strong foundation already in place and working with our team to create new opportunities for our clients and community."

Flatley succeeds longtime Director of Sales Darren DiPrima, who recently transitioned to Station Manager. DiPrima welcomed the appointment, saying Flatley's leadership, sales expertise and digital background will help the company continue growing while strengthening relationships with Long Island advertisers.

Flatley earned a degree in Business Management from Molloy University and will be based at Connoisseur Media's Long Island offices in Airport Plaza.