Derrick Named OM Of DBC/Savannah
• Matt Derrick has joined Dick Broadcasting (DBC) as Operations Manager of the company’s cluster in scenic Savannah, GA — Active Rock WFXH (Rock 106.1), Rhythmic AC WXYY (G100.1), Top 40 WGCO (Hot 98.3), Classic Hits WRWN (Rewind 107.9), Country WUBB (Bob 106.9) and Regional Mexican WHHW-AM (La Pantera 96.1).
Derrick arrives from Omaha, where he was most recently OM of SummitMedia’s group. Before that he was Brand Manager of Townsquare’s KAWO (WOW Country 104.3) and KSAS (103.5 Kiss FM)/Boise, ID, preceded by his first Omaha stint as FM Ops Manager for NRG Media. Derrick’s earlier stops include SVP of Programming for iHeartMedia Norfolk/Virginia Beach and Regional Programming Manager for Clear Channel’s stations in Wilmington, DE & Salisbury, MD. Derrick has also worked at the late KNGY (Energy 92.7)/Francisco and KHTT/Tulsa, OK.
DBC Savannah Market Manager Aaron Wilburn said, “Matt comes to us with a plethora of experience in all sizes of markets and will bring an organized, thoughtful, creative approach to programming and promotions!” DBC VP of Programming Jason Goodman, noted, “After a nationwide search for the best candidate, it was obvious that Matt was exactly what we were looking for. Matt is passionate, meticulous, and strategic to lead and grow our stations in Savannah!”
Derrick commented, “Jason Goodman and Aaron Wilborn have built a special team of talent and five dynamic brands for a very special market. I am beyond thrilled to join Dick Broadcasting to help lead the Savannah team and brands to new ratings and revenue successes!” Derrick replaces Gabe Reynolds, who recently relocated to Austin.
