91X Moves: Hilary Brand Mgr., Marty Mornings

• Local Media San Diego Alternative XETRA (91X)/San Diego announces the promotion of longtime APD/MD and afternoon talent Hilary Doneux to 91X Brand Manager, and, as RAMP reported last week, the return of Marty Whitney to anchor morning drive.

Both moves result from the impending departure of 91X PD Garett Michaels, who moving back to the Pacific Northwest to take on a new role as General Manager of non-comm KSER 90.7/Everett, WA, and simulcast on KXIR 89.9/Freeland, WA on Whidbey Island.

Hilary said, “For a Southern California kid who started on 91X back in 1997, I am humbled, honored, and SO stoked to get the opportunity to steer this legendary ship! Joining the list of incredible programmers who’ve helped shape 91X for 40+ years fills me with gratitude (and butterflies). Huge thanks to Gregg, Norm, Joe, Garett, and the whole LMSD team for believing in me!”

Gregg Wolfson, President/GM of Local Media San Diego, remarked, “While we are sorry to see Garett go, we are excited that he will remain on the 91X Team as a consultant to the station. Hilary has earned the promotion to Brand Manager and will do an amazing job moving 91X forward. Likewise, we will be bringing Marty back home to host 91X mornings where he belongs. I’m excited for 91X’s position as one of the leading and most influential Alternative rock stations ever.”