Mark Medina Named Z100/New York PD

RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, December 18, 2014 | 10:36am CT

iHeartMedia/New York announced today that Mark Medina has been named Program Director for Z100 WHTZ effective January 5, 2015. Medina most recently programmed HOT 99.5 in Washington, D.C. and Z104.3 WZFT in Baltimore. His programming experience also includes KZZP and KNIX in Phoenix and KRQQ in Tucson. Medina will also continue to be part of iHeartMedia's talent development coaching team, where he has been instrumental in developing and coaching some of iHeartMedia's top talent including The Kane Show, Toby Knapp and Johnjay & Rich.

"Mark is the perfect choice to continue to build on the success of Z100," said Thea Mitchem, Senior Vice President of Programming -- Major Markets, iHeartMedia. "He is an exceptional Program Director who has proven himself to be one of the most creative, innovative and strategic programmers at iHeartMedia."

"Mark Medina's move to New York is a testament of how iHeartMedia recognizes performance and works to create a clear path of advancement for the very best," said Joe Puglise, Market President, iHeartMedia New York. "I'm excited to work with Mark again and I¹m confident that his programming expertise will lead Z100 to new heights."

"Z100 is one of the most important media brands in the world,² said Medina. "The opportunity to work with the best in class staff at Z100 and play a role in the legacy and heritage of this radio station is thrilling. I couldn¹t be more ecstatic, and want to thank Thea Mitchem, Hartley Atkins, Joe Puglise, Tom Poleman, John Ivey and everyone who has played a role in my career development to help me reach this point."