"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."
"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."
As I would find out shortly after starting, the person who was responsible for a lot of the success of the company was Weezie Kramer. She knew how to demand a room, get your attention, motivate you and took absolutely zero bullsh--.
Various members of the sports, news, and music radio sectors who both work for or were previously employed by Audacy spoke with Barrett Media regarding Field's departure and the future direction of the company.
Field -- who has served as the company's President since 1998 and CEO since 2002, dating back to its days known as Entercom -- will shift to a role as a Special Advisor to the CEO and Board after his departure.
"We have achieved a speedy confirmation of our prepackaged Plan, which will enable Audacy to pursue our strategic goals and opportunities in the dynamic audio business."
"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."
"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."