88Nine Ups Perez To APD/PM Drive
• Radio Milwaukee Triple A WYMS (88Nine Radio Milwaukee) promotes from within and elevates Kenny Perez to APD and afternoon drive personality.
In his capacity as 88Nine’s new APD, Perez (left) will be responsible for managing promotional relationships with local venues, curating the station’s Milwaukee music library and programs, and assisting with the administrative duties of the 88Nine programming department. Perez will now be on-air weekdays from 3-6pm on 88Nine and continue to host his specialty show, In the Mix, Saturday evenings from 9pm-midnight, which airs on 88Nine and Radio Milwaukee’s new Urban Alternative channel, HYFIN (WYMS-HD2).
“Throughout his five years at Radio Milwaukee, Kenny has grown into a leader on and off the airwaves,” said 88Nine Program Director Dori Zori. “His infectious enthusiasm for music and our mission makes him the perfect candidate for this position and I can’t wait to work alongside him in programming 88Nine.”
Perez most recently held the position of Audio Production Manager for Radio Milwaukee, producing the station’s podcasts, imaging and on-air promos. Prior joining Radio Milwaukee, Perez spent 13 years working in education as a Dean of Students and as a teacher. “Becoming the 88Nine Assistant Program Director and afternoon drive host means the world to me,” said Perez. “I am more than ready to deepen my connection with all of Milwaukee’s communities. I love this city, care about our local artists and make time to listen to what they need from 88Nine.” [Photo credit: Oscar Delgado]
• In the Mix is celebrating its fifth anniversary next month with a Five Year Celebration Tour from August 5-19 at various venues across the city. Check your local listings.
