New York-based Audacy Enterprise and Performance Sales Account Executive Billy DiMaio has been identified as one of the fourteen victims of the New Year’s terrorist attack in New Orleans.
Twenty-five-year-old DiMaio, a resident of Holmdel, NJ, joined Audacy in March 2023 as a Performance Sales Account Manager. He received a promotion to his current position in November.
An Audacy spokesperson said, “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Billy DiMaio, a New York-based Account Executive, in the terrorist attack in New Orleans. Beyond his professional achievements, Billy will be fondly remembered for his unwavering work ethic, positive attitude, and kindness. He was a true asset to the Audacy team, and his contributions and presence will be deeply missed. Our thoughts are with Billy’s family and friends during this exceedingly difficult time, and we extend our deepest sympathies to them and every member of the Audacy family who had the privilege of working with him.”
Audacy CEO David Field wrote in a memo to staff. “Billy began his journey with the company two years ago as a New York-based Account Manager and was recently promoted to Account Executive on the National Enterprise and Direct Response team. He was much loved, respected, and appreciated. Beyond his professional achievements, Billy will be fondly remembered for his unwavering work ethic, positive attitude, and kindness.”
Field continued, “He was a true asset to the Audacy team, and his contributions and presence will be deeply missed. It was clear to all that Billy had the talent and character to ensure a very bright future, and his sudden passing has left a profound void in the hearts of all who knew and worked with him. Our thoughts are with Billy’s family and friends during this exceedingly difficult time. We extend our deepest sympathies to them and every member of the Audacy family who had the privilege of working with him.”
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