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Alek Halverson Named KKWF-FM/Seattle MD/Afternoon Host


Alek Halverson
Alek Halverson

Alek Halverson is named afternoon host and Music Director for KKWF-FM (100.7 The Wolf) Seattle, effective February 21. Halverson will be on-air weekdays from 2-7pm. Prior to joining the Entercom Country outlet, Halverson served as afternoon drive host, Music Director and Assistant Program Director for KLTA-FM Fargo, ND. He previously hosted the nights for KBVB-FM, also in Fargo.

"Alek's passion for radio and dedication to entertaining people on air and on social media makes him a great addition to our team," said Entercom Seattle Senior VP/Market Manager Jack Hutchison. "We are excited to welcome him to Seattle and to start a new chapter of afternoon drive in Seattle."

"I couldn't be more excited for this opportunity to work for Entercom and to connect with the Seattle community," added Halverson. "Big thanks to Drew Bland [Program Director for 100.7 The Wolf], Dave Richards [Operations Manager for Entercom Seattle], and Jack Hutchison for this opportunity. I cannot wait to hit the ground running with this team."

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