Lori Flowers Named MIW’s Next President
• Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc. (MIW) proudly announces Lori Flowers as its President-Elect, effective Jan. 1, 2027. Flowers, Manager of Integrated Marketing and Project Management for Urban One, will succeed Sheila Kirby, who has served as MIW Board President since 2025 and will transition to Past President.
Flowers brings more than 20 years of experience to the role, with a career that spans major markets including Phoenix, West Palm Beach, Miami, Washington, DC, New York City, and Atlanta. Flowers currently leads integrated marketing initiatives for Radio One stations and Reach Media’s nationally syndicated shows. She previously served as Marketing Director for Radio One Atlanta.
“Lori is truly a light in this industry, someone who consistently shows up with intention, generosity, and a commitment to lifting others,” said MIW Board President Sheila Kirby. “She brings both strategic clarity and a strong sense of purpose to everything she does, and I have no doubt she will continue to push MIW forward while creating meaningful opportunities for women across the business.”
“MIW has played an important role in supporting and developing women across our industry, and I’m honored to step into this position,” said Flowers. “As the industry continues to evolve, it’s critical that we not only support women entering the business, but also create clear, intentional pathways for women, especially women of color, to grow into leadership roles. I’m focused on building on MIW’s strong foundation while expanding access, strengthening mentorship, and ensuring the next generation of leaders is equipped to move this industry forward.”
In addition to Lori Flowers and Sheila Kirby, the 2026 Mentoring & Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc. Board of Directors includes: Nancy Abramson, SVP, Affiliate Sales & Content, Compass Media Networks • Becky Brenner, Consulting Partner, Albright & O’Malley & Brenner Consulting • Meg Dowdy, Regional Director of Content, Townsquare Media • Lisa Fields, President, Media Staffing Networks • Kieran Geffert, Regional Vice President, West Region, Audacy • Allyson Hillman, Market President, Townsquare Media Rockford, IL • Dawn Krause, VP of Finance, Midwest Communications • Maria Laing, SVP, Mr. Master • Jenna Miller, Sr. Account Executive, Audacy • Randi P’Pool, Owner, P’Pool Media • Leslie Scott • Lauren “Lo” Sessions-Barker, APD/MD/afternoon host, KKBQ (93Q)/Houston • Linnae Young, Chief Revenue Officer, Salem Media Group.
