Krieschen Retiring From CMG Houston

• Cox Media Group announced that Mark Krieschen, Market Manager of CMG Houston Radio, will retire from the company, effective October 23. His successor has not yet been named.

Prior to joining Cox Radio in 2005 as VP/GM of CMG Radio Houston, Krieschen held various positions at Tribune’s WGN Radio/Chicago. By the time he was upped to Market Manager in 2007, Krieschen’s stations in Houston had started to receive multiple accolades and top honors, including Marconi Awards, the Country Music Association, the Academy of Country Music and the Texas Association of Broadcasters for outstanding community service.

“I can’t speak highly enough of Mark and I’m certain his Houston team shares my sentiment,” said Bill Hendrich, CMG EVP of Radio. “In leading the largest market in CMG’s radio portfolio, Mark has been an integral part of CMG Radio’s growth, our impact in the industry and in the communities across Houston. His contributions will always be valued, and he will be remembered for his passionate dedication and leadership style that moved others to give their best, every day.”

A multi-year honoree as the Media Alliance of Houston’s Market Manager of the Year, Krieschen currently serves as Chairman on the Executive Committee of the Texas Association of Broadcasters and is on the Houston Leadership Committee of the Ad Council, and the advisory board of Media Alliance of Houston (formally AWRT). “It’s been an honor and a privilege to work in this business, to shape people’s careers, to help local businesses and serve our communities,” said Krieschen. “I will always think fondly of the great people I’ve worked with over the years at CMG. I know they will continue to do great work and make a difference.”