One of Chicago’s most powerful media executives has been promoted to a new role. Mary Sandberg Boyle, who became the first female general manager in the 96-year history of WGN 720-AM, was recently promoted to vice president of the station. She will retain her general manager role as well with the Nexstar Media Group news/talk station.
“Mary has done an outstanding job under less than ideal circumstances,” said Sean Compton, Nexstar executive vice president overseeing WGN Radio. “She is innovative, thoughtful and determined, and she has forged a great working relationship with the staff.”
The station has undergone several changes recently including the addition of a new afternoon show called Chicago’s Afternoon News.
The story was first reported by the Daily Herald.
