Audacy Pittsburgh Hires LaBrozzi, Ups Riley
• Audacy Pittsburgh welcomes veteran major market programmer Dave LaBrozzi as Brand Manager of KDKA News Radio (100.1 & AM 1020), while Kraig Riley has been elevated to the same role for Sports-Talk sister KDKA-FM (93.7 The Fan). Both LaBrozzi and Riley will oversee content strategy, talent, operations and branding for each station, effective November 29.
“As both KDKA and The Fan continue to evolve into full multi-platform operations serving our listeners in new ways every day it’s clear that both stations need focused leadership,” said Michael Spacciapolli, SVP/Market Manager, Audacy Pittsburgh. “The addition of Dave and promotion of Kraig will help us continue that evolution. There is an expectation of excellence at both stations from the city of Pittsburgh that I have no doubt Dave and Kraig will continue to build on every day.”
LaBrozzi has nearly four decades of experience in radio, most recently as VP of Programming for WABC Radio/New York. Prior to WABC, he programmed the late, great WPLJ. Earlier in his career LaBrozzi spent 14 years as VP of Programming for Audacy’s Baltimore stations and has also worked in Nashville, Austin, San Antonio and a previous stint in Pittsburgh.
“I’m thrilled to be back in my favorite city and second home,” said LaBrozzi. “I consider it an honor to lead KDKA, a true legend in the industry. Thank you to Michael Spacciapolli for the opportunity to return to the city I love and lead an amazing group of talent on such a legendary station.”
Riley has been with The Fan since its inception in February 2010 and has been the afternoon drive producer since August 2010. He’s also hosted the station’s Pirates pre-and post-game shows from 2018 through 2021.
“I’ve had a passion for 93.7 The Fan since joining the team as a producer on its first day on the air in 2010,” said Riley. “Growing into a role that now gives me an opportunity to influence the station and move it into the future is something I’m equally excited about and proud of.”
