Connoisseur Ups Dakin To SVP/Programming
• Following the completion of Connoisseur Media’s acquisition of Alpha Media, the company today announced that Keith Dakin has been named Senior Vice President of Programming. In his new role, Dakin will oversee all programming across Connoisseur Media’s greatly expanded portfolio of stations and digital platforms nationwide.
“Keith’s programming expertise and leadership have been a major contributor to Connoisseur’s growth and success,” said Jeff Warshaw, CEO of Connoisseur Media. “As we expand our footprint, Keith is the ideal leader to develop and implement our programming strategy across the country. His passion for music, content, and his commitment to local communities will ensure that our stations continue to succeed.”
“It is truly an honor to move into this larger role with the newly expanded Connoisseur Media,” said Dakin. “I am extremely excited to work day-to-day with this unbelievable roster of programmers and air talent. I can’t wait to dig in and make great radio with this tremendously creative staff. Thank you so much to Jeff Warshaw who has been a true champion of mine since I started here. His leadership, vision, and commitment to real radio will hopefully give this industry the shot in the arm it needs.”
Dakin, a Connoisseur veteran since 2013, originally served as Regional Operations Manager for Connoisseur Connecticut until Sept. 2019, when he was elevated to VP of Programming. Earlier in his career Dakin programmed the late, great WFNX/Boston.
