Patrick Davis Named PD, Q99.7/Atlanta
• Cumulus Media has tapped veteran programmer Patrick Davis as Program Director of Top 40 WWWQ (Q99.7)/Atlanta, effective Immediately.
Davis notably spent more than two decades with iHeartMedia Dallas — he was named PD of Top 40 KHKS (106.1 Kiss FM) in 2004 and was promoted to VP of Programming for iHeart DFW in 2011, later adding oversight of programming for iHeartMedia Austin to his purview. Davis is also known for his earlier work on the iconic nationally syndicated Kidd Kraddick Show, where he served as OM for the late Kidd Kraddick.
Brian Philips, Cumulus Chief Content Officer, said, “Patrick Davis is one of the most admired, credible programmers in America. Q99.7 Atlanta is a jewel in Cumulus Media’s Top 40 crown, a perfect new proving ground for Patrick’s prowess in talent and brand development. We foresee an important future for him at Cumulus.”
Davis will report to Leslie Whittle, Cumulus VP of CHR, Hot AC & Rhythmic CHR, and Justin Schaflander, VP/Market Manager, Cumulus Atlanta. Schaflander said, “Patrick’s acumen, track record and energy are a welcomed addition to Cumulus Atlanta. I’m so excited to have him leading the charge with one of our Atlanta Radio heritage gems, Q99.7. Let the fun begin!”
Whittle remarked, “To know Patrick is to respect him. His legacy of excellence, leadership, and vision will continue to elevate the Q99.7 brand. Simply said, we’re beyond thrilled to welcome Patrick to our Cumulus Atlanta team.”
Davis exclaimed, “The opportunity! This station has a storied past, killer existing staff and the challenge of retaining its CHR dominance, beginning with our plans to launch a terrific new morning show. Every PD dreams of working on a vast canvas like Q99.7.”
