Hardee New Reg. Brand Mgr. Of Rochester’s Buzz

• Audacy has promoted Dan Hardee to Regional Brand Manager of Adult Hits WBZA (98.9 The Buzz)/Rochester, NY. Hardee will retain his current duties as afternoon drive talent on Classic Rock 96.5 WCMF/Rochester and Brand Manager/afternoon dude on Classic Rock KQMT (99.5 The Mountain)/Denver.

“We’re thrilled to have Dan take over the reins on WBZA,” said Sue Munn, SVP/Market Manager, Audacy Rochester. “He’s a perfect fit for the brand and for our team.”

Hardee is a Colorado native who joined 99.5 The Mountain in 2016 as an afternoon talent. That role expanded to WCMF in April 2021, and Hardee was named Brand Manager of 99.5 The Mountain in January 2022. Hardee started his career as a Production Director at KIMN, KXKL and KWOF/Denver before moving on to Westwood One and returning to Denver as an on-air talent for KYGO and KOSI.

“I’m beyond thrilled to be joining the excellent team in Rochester,” said Hardee. “I want to thank Jeff Sottolano, Dave Richards, Vince Richards and Sue Munn for their faith in me taking the helm of this fun and exciting radio station.”