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Radio One Names Ops and Programming Leaders


Urban One
Urban One

Urban One Inc.'s Radio One has announced a slate of leadership appointments across key markets. A Plus has been named OM for Radio One DC (WKYS, WMMJ, WPRS, WOL, WYCB), moving from the same role in Cleveland. Matt Myers steps into the OM postfor Radio One Cleveland (WENZ, WZAK, WERE, WJMO) after leading operations in Richmond.

Katt D (Erwin Hill) takes over as Operations Manager for Radio One Richmond (WCDX, WKJS, WXGI, WPZZ) following his tenure in Raleigh. In Raleigh, Melissa Wade rises to Program Director of WFXC and WNNL, advancing from Assistant Program Director at WNNL, while Big Mo joins the market as Program Director of WQOK.

Additional promotions include DJ Supreme to Program Director of WIZF/Cincinnati, DJ Nailz to Program Director of WCKX/Columbus, and Robyn Simone to Program Director of WXMG/Columbus.

"These leadership changes reflect the incredible depth of talent within Radio One," said Colby Colb, Senior Vice President of Programming for Urban One's Radio One and Reach Media. "By empowering our brightest minds to share fresh ideas and perspectives, we ensure our stations remain dynamic, creative, and deeply connected to the communities we serve."

Co-President of Urban One's Audio Division Eddie Harrell, Jr. added, "These appointments underscore our focus on operational excellence, collaboration, and innovation as we continue to elevate the listener experience and strengthen our local impact."

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