Jill Strada Named SVPP, iHeartMedia Atlanta

• iHeartMedia has named Jill Strada as Senior Vice President of Programming for the six-station Atlanta market, effective immediately. She succeeds Country Radio Hall of Famer Meg Stevens, who in June stepped down from the role and into a new corporate advisory position.

Strada reports to Atlanta Market President Spencer Bynes, who commented, “We are thrilled to welcome Jill Strada to the iHeart Atlanta team. Jill has a remarkable talent for launching, developing, and elevating brands in fiercely competitive markets. Her proven track record of success and unwavering dedication to excellence make her an outstanding addition to our leadership team.”

Strada’s track record of success includes her most recent role as Director of Operations for Cox Media Group Miami and PD of WFLC until a companywide restructuring in Sept. 2021. Her major market resume also includes a stint as APD of WBQT (HOT 96.9)/Boston, PD of WPOW (Power 96)/Miami, PD of WRKS/New York and APD of WHQT (Hot 97)/New York. Strada is a graduate of Rollins College in Winter Park, FL, and began her career at WPYO (Power 95.3)/Orlando.

“I am absolutely delighted to join iHeartMedia Atlanta,” says Strada. “I extend my deepest gratitude to Spencer Bynes and Tony Travatto for this incredible opportunity. This is a company where innovation meets passion, and I’m eager to contribute to the growth of our brands, collaborate with such a brilliant group of people, and to lead such a talented team. Being part of America’s top audio company is an honor, and I’m excited  about the incredible journey ahead.”