Maxon Digital PD of iHartford-Media

In a related story, Kelsey Maxon is the newly named Digital Program Director of iHeartMedia Hartford — Top 40 WKSS (Kiss 95.7), AC WHCN (The River 105.9), Country WWYZ (Country 92.5), Sports-Talk WUCS (97-9 ESPN) and WPOP-AM (News Radio 1410). Maxon starts June 5 and transfers from a similar position with iHeartMedia Providence, where he spent the past three years. He previously served as Promotions Manager and Digital Coordinator for WEEI/Boston, Contemporary Marketing Rep for McLaughlin & Moran, Inc., and he was PD of his college radio station, WSUC (90.5 The Dragon) at State University of New York (SUNY)/Cortland, NY.

“We are excited to have Kelsey join the team here in Hartford,” said Steve Honeycomb, President of iHeartMedia Hartford. “He has the vision, energy, and passion to lead and make a positive impact on our digital strategy.” John Cooper, Regional SVP of Programming for iHeartMedia Hartford, commented, “Kelsey will play a key role in bringing together all the resources we have in the region, resulting in great engagement on our web sites and social media. We’re really looking forward to his insight, creativity and excitement.” Maxon remarked, “The Hartford Region has been one of the premiere digital hubs since I started working for iHeartMedia. I’m excited to become a part of the team and to help continue and grow the success of the region and company as a whole.”