iHeartMedia Sacramento Names Steve Darnell Metro President

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Steve Darnell

iHeartMedia appoints Steve Darnell as Metro President for its seven stations in Sacramento, CA, effective immediately. Darnell most recently served as the Area President for iHeartMedia's Pacific Area. He also served as the Market President for iHeartMedia's Fresno Market, as well as Fresno Senior Vice President of Sales. Darnell is a graduate of Fresno State University.

As Metro President, Darnell will be responsible for managing all operations of the cluster, while working closely with other business leaders in the market. He will report to DJ Hodge, Division President for iHeartMedia.

"After many years of successful leadership in our Pacific Area, it was clear early-on that Steve was the perfect candidate to lead our Sacramento Market as Metro President," said iHeartMedia Division President DJ Hodge. "Steve is the ideal choice to continue the great work done by Sara McClure, who is moving into our Unified Partnerships Division."

"I'm excited for the opportunity to lead our Sacramento team and market leading iconic station brands. Sacramento is a dynamic, thriving city and I'm thankful that DJ Hodge, Hartley Atkins and Rich Bressler have entrusted me with continuing our growth in this very important market," added Darnell.