Brian Kelly Departs Audacy Milwaukee
• In a surprising turn of events, RAMP has learned that Brian Kelly, a steady hand at the helm of Audacy Top 40 WXSS (103.7 Kiss FM) and Hot AC WMYX (99.1 The Mix)/Milwaukee for the better part of three decades, has exited his dual role as Operations Manager of the cluster and corporate VP of Top 40 Programming.
The bittersweet news was delivered to the staff in a memo from Jason Bjorson, SVP/Market Manager of Audacy Wisconsin, which reads, “After 29.5 years, Brian Kelly has resigned as our Vice President of Top 40 Programming and Operations Manager.
As you know, Brian’s contributions have been instrumental in shaping the success of 103.7 Kiss FM and 99.1 The Mix. For decades, these stations have been powerhouses in the Milwaukee radio landscape, led by morning shows that he created — Alley and DZ, Elizabeth and Radar, and others through his tenure. Outside of Milwaukee, Brian has also made a significant impact nationwide for all of Audacy’s Top 40 stations.
In closing, Bjorson said, “Brian was a great partner of mine this past year and a true professional. I really enjoyed learning from Brian and strategizing with him. Brian loved working with all of you and helping you grow in your careers, and I know he will miss all of you.”
Reflecting on his departure, Kelly remarked, “It has been an incredible journey working with such talented teams and being part of an industry I love. I am beyond grateful for the experiences, friendships, and successes over the years. While this chapter is closing, I’m excited to explore new adventures and opportunities in the industry and beyond.”
That said, Kelly can be contacted at 414-915-0384 or brianvkelly@gmail.com.
