Lepidi Lands Nights @ B96/Chicago

• Entercom Top 40 WBBM-FM (B96)/Chicago has officially filled its prime evening vacancy with Julia Lepidi, who is slated to take over the 7-midnight show on Monday, January 2

Lepidi is a major market vet who spent the past three years at Entercom’s former Top 40 sister WDZH (98.7 AMP Radio)/Detroit — she started there in nights in 2015, added Promotions Coordinator duties, and last June was elevated to morning co-host, alongside Chris Cruise. However, that wake-up dream came to a screeching halt last November when the station flipped to Soft AC as 98.7 The Breeze. Earlier in her career Lepidi was on the air at WBTI/Port Huron, MI.

“Julia’s energetic, vibrant personality coupled with her high engagement on social media will make for a tremendous addition to our team,” said Jimmy de Castro, SVP/Market Manager, Entercom Chicago. “We are confident that Julia will connect with nighttime listeners and help further extend the station’s reach.”

Lepidi commented, “When the opportunity came to become a part of the legendary B96 staff, it was a no-brainer. Thanks to Jimmy de Castro, [PD] Todd Cavanah and [APD/MD] Erik Bradley for this opportunity. I’m genuinely humbled and beyond ecstatic to join the team in the great city of Chicago.”

Lepidi succeeds “Corey B.” Bonalewicz, who scored a transfer to afternoon drive Alternative sibling WNYL (ALT 92.3)/New York in November.