Springart Running Rock Prog., Beasley Detroit

• Jade Springart, Program Director of Beasley Active Rock 101 WRIF/Detroit has been promoted to Director of Rock Programming for Beasley Detroit, adding the care and feeding of legendary Classic Rock 94.7 WCSX to her programming duties, effective immediately.

Springart has been with WRIF for the past 17 years, starting as a promotions intern, and working her way up to APD, MD and midday host before being named Program Director in August 2021. She will continue to be heard on WRIF weekdays from 10:30am-3pm.

“Jade is the perfect choice to lead our rock programming in the Motor City,” said Beasley COO Brian Beasley. “Her commitment, dedication and drive for the rock format is exactly what we need to take both stations to the next level and beyond.”

“I am thrilled to be able to hand the 94.7 WCSX reigns over to someone as knowledgeable, capable and passionate as Jade,” said Patti Taylor, VP/Market Manager, Beasley Detroit. “Her drive, along with her acute attention to all the right details, makes Jade the exact person we need to take the iconic WCSX through this time of evolution and growth. As Program Director of WRIF, and now WCSX, I’m excited to see what Jade has in store for Detroit’s rock fans!”

Springart remarked, “I am honored to take on the role of program director for 94.7 WCSX. As a born-and-raised Detroiter, I grew up listening to 94.7, and can honestly say this station played a huge part in influencing my love for rock n’ roll (along with my mom, who had this station on every morning while taking me to school). I’m excited to work with some of the best talent in the industry and continue the success of the brand and, I can’t thank the Beasley’s enough for their continued support and for entrusting me to guide both WRIF and WCSX!”