Audacy has hired Drew Anderssen to run the day-to-day operations at NewsRadio 1080 KRLD and Texas State Networks. Most recently, Anderson served as Brand Manager at WSB in Atlanta.
In a statement, the company said Anderssen will oversee content strategy, talent, operations, and branding for the station and networks.
“For over two decades, Drew has proven to be a winning brand leader across multiple formats, which we trust will serve him well as he takes the reins of DFW’s news and information brand,” said Brian Purdy, Regional President and Market Manager, Audacy Dallas/Fort Worth.
Anderssen began his career with Cox Media Group in 1998 as Operations Manager of News-Talk KRMG/Tulsa, OK. In July 2012, he transferred to WDBO/Orlando, he served as the program director and was later promoted to operations manager.
“This was a tremendous opportunity to return to the city where I grew up and fell in love with radio, and work with such a prestigious brand and decorated team,” said Anderseen. “I’m grateful to Susan Larkin, Jeff Sottolano, Brian Purdy, and Gavin Spittle and I can’t wait to hit the ground running in the Lone Star State.”
Other career stops for Anderssen include Beaumont and Wichita Falls, TX in various roles, including program director across multiple formats.
“We’re delighted to bring Drew aboard to lead KRLD and TSN,” added Purdy.
Listeners can tune in to Newsradio 1080 KRLD (KRLD-AM) in Dallas on air, as well as nationwide on the Audacy app and website.
