Alpha Media Names New Regional VPs

• Alpha Media announced the promotion of Brian Foster and Les Tuttle to the roles of Regional Vice Presidents. Foster (left) will oversee Alpha markets in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Michigan, while Tuttle (right) will handle Missouri, Minnesota, and select markets in Iowa. These two promotions follow the recent news of Zoe Burdine-Fly joining the company as a Regional President.

Both Foster and Tuttle report to Chief Operating Officer Larry Bastida, who noted, “We are excited to have Brian and Les join Zoe as we continue to evolve the senior leadership team. Throughout our extensive search to fill the Regional President position, it became clear that Brian and Les could play crucial roles. In recent weeks, the added collaboration from these three has enhanced the discussion as the company gains momentum going into 2022.”

Foster has worked in the Chicago market as General Sales Manager and Market Manager for the last 20 years. He also served as Vice President of NM360 Digital from 2008 to 2015. Tuttle has managed radio stations for 36 years, the past 11 years as Market Manager for Alpha Media in Moberly-Farmington-Festus, MO. His career has also taken him to North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois.

“Years ago, I discovered my passion, not for radio or digital, but for telling our clients’ stories,” said Foster. “This message-first approach has led to sustainable growth inside my market, and I’m thrilled to continue this endeavor with my new role. Alpha is home to me, and to say I’m excited about this next chapter is a huge understatement. I want to thank the Alpha executive team for the confidence they have shown in me.”

Tuttle commented, “Having worked for many companies during my 45 years in this business, I enjoy the style of the Alpha leadership team. Their commitment to people sets them apart from other companies, and I look forward to being part of the senior management group.”