Elfman Joins Cumulus Wilmington, NC
• Cumulus Media has appointed 20-year radio programming pro Robert Elfman as Program Director of AC WGNI (102.7 GNI) and Classic Rock WKXS (94.5 The Hawk)/Wilmington, NC.
Elfman has spent the past 11 years slightly more landlocked with Eagle Communications in Manhattan, KS, most recently as OM/PD/morning talent for Top 40 KJCK (Power Hits 97.5), PD of News-Talk KJCK-AM and air talent for Classic Rock KVGB (B104.3 The Point).
Eric McCart, VP/Market Manager of Cumulus Media Wilmington, said, “While searching for our next leader for 102.7 GNI and 94.5 The Hawk, Robert impressed us from the very start as someone who will help take us to the next level™ and deliver an even better listener experience. He possesses the leadership skills to work with our team and lead our brands to even greater success serving our listeners, advertisers and community. I’m very excited to welcome Robert to our Cumulus family!”
Elfman remarked, “I’m grateful for the new chapter in my life and the opportunity to do new and challenging work for Cumulus in beautiful Wilmington, NC. It’s clear that this is a solid team with great leadership and talent that will continue to skyrocket in ratings and revenue.”
• Elfman succeeds Steve McKay, who is August transferred to Columbia, SC as the new PD of Cumulus AC WTCB (B106.7) and Classic Hits 98.5 WOMG.
