Cahill Named Brand Mgr., The Team 980/DC

• Audacy has elevated Matt Cahill to Brand Manager of WTEM-AM (The Team 980)/Washington, DC, now tasked with overseeing the station’s content strategy, talent, operations and branding. He will continue to serve as Assistant Brand Manager of sister WJFK (106.7 The Fan) and Executive Producer of The Fan’s The Sports Junkies morning show as he has since 2012.

“Matt’s creativity, love for sports and commitment to evolving the brand makes me confident that he will be a great Brand Manager for The Team,” said Ivy Savoy-Smith, SVP/Market Manager, Audacy DC. “Those who have worked with Matt know his dedication to creating a positive working environment, and we’re excited to see how he leads the internal team while increasing external traffic for the station.”

Cahill was named Assistant Brand Manager of 106.7 The Fan in 2019 and took on the same responsibilities for The Team 980 in 2021. Cahill began his radio career with CBS Radio Phoenix in 2006 before joining WJFK-FM as a Producer in 2007.

“I’m absolutely thrilled to lead Team 980 into the future with our outstanding group,” Cahill said. “The Team has a storied history and to be given this opportunity is humbling. I’m very thankful for the guidance and trust that Chris Kinard and Ivy Savoy-Smith have given me. We have great on-air talent talking about issues that matter to DC sports fans, and the potential for The Team 980 brand is unlimited.”