Martin Upped To EVPP, iHeartMedia Sports

• iHeartMedia has elevated Don Martin to Executive Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia Sports, the largest sports audio network in the U.S., with a portfolio that includes the iHeartSports Network, the Fox Sports Network and 78 dedicated sports stations nationwide, along with iHeartPodcast Network.

A 26-year veteran of iHeartMedia, Martin most recently served as SVP of Programming for FOX Sports Radio and SVP of KLAC-AM 570/Los Angeles. In his new role, Martin will lead all Sports radio operations and oversee recruiting for on-air talent, program directors and board ops for the iHeartMedia Markets Group and Premiere Networks.

Martin will also identify opportunities to expand iHeartMedia Sports partnerships — including leagues, teams, podcasting and broadcast. He will continue to oversee the programming, promotions, operations and sales for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Clippers, Kings and Chargers, UCLA and others while also maintaining his operational, programming and sales responsibilities for KLAC-AM.

“The iHeartMedia Sports Network would not be what it is today without Don’s years of experience and innovation,” said Kevin LeGrett, President of iHeartMedia Sports and iHeartMedia Los Angeles. “He is the perfect choice to lead our ever-expanding network, bringing us the most exciting new partnerships and team members.”

Martin remarked, “In life, you are only as good as the family around you. I have had the privilege of working with three of the most incredible families in the business — from KOA/Denver to AM 570 and FOX Sports Radio in LA, and now the family just gets bigger! Thank you, Greg Ashlock, Kevin LeGrett, Julie Talbott, and Tom Poleman for your belief and trust in me. I am a blessed man!”

Earlier in his career Martin programmed 850 KOA/Denver. Under his supervision, KOA was recognized with five consecutive NAB Marconi Awards for “Station of the Year.”