Calococci Named PD, WJPT/Ft. Myers

• Beasley Media Group has tapped major market veteran Tom Calococci as the new Program Director of Soft AC WJPT (Sunny 106.3)/Fort Myers, FL.

Calococci most recently programmed Beasley Urban AC KOAS (Jammin’ 105.7)/Las Vegas. Before that he spent four years as the Affiliate Relations and Content Creator for Sheet Happens Prep. Calococci’s extensive programming resume includes the late KJMZ (100.3 Jamz)/Dallas, WERQ (92Q)/Baltimore, KZZP/Phoenix, KBXX (97.9 The Box)/Houston, KKBT (100.3 The Beat)/Los Angeles, WPOW (Power 96) and WFLC/Miami.

“Tom has a successful history with Beasley, much of that time programming in South Florida,” said Justin Chase, Beasley Chief Content Officer. “He’s highly creative, strategic, forward-thinking and a respected leader in our business. We’re very happy to welcome Tom back to Beasley!” AJ Lurie, VP/Market Manager of Beasley SW Florida remarked, “Tom has a great history of success with Beasley in some of our other markets. We are excited for him to bring that winning spirit to Southwest Florida.”

Calococci commented, “I can’t wait to get back to work for this incredible company and the great team that Beasley has in Fort Myers. I want to thank AJ Lurie, Adam Star, Justin Chase and Brian Beasley for their support. I’m so happy to be back in South Florida!”