Peoria Radio: Brian Scott Named APD For WFYR, WZPW

Brian Scott

Cumulus Media announces that it has appointed Brian Scott as Assistant Operations Manager for Country  WFYR NASH FM 97.3 and Top40 WZPW 92.3 FM in Peoria, IL. Scott has more than 20 years’ experience in radio, and has programmed stations in Atlanta, GA; Birmingham, AL; Mobile, AL; and the Quad Cities.

His appointment is effective Tuesday, September 5, 2017.

Joe Cook, Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus Media-Peoria, said: “Brian Scott is a true radio professional and a great leader who brings considerable expertise, energy and enthusiasm to Radio Peoria. He will be an immediate impact player in the market.”

Matt Bahan, Operations Manager, Cumulus Media-Peoria, said: “We’re thrilled that Brian Scott is taking the programming reigns in Peoria with WFYR and WZPW. His passion is obvious, and his attention to detail and history of great ratings and success speak for themselves. Brian will be a tremendous asset to our already strong programming team.”

Scott said: “I’m truly excited to be working with Joe Cook again, and with market veteran Matt Bahan.”

Cumulus Media owns and operates Peoria radio stations: WVEL 1140 AM,  WIXO 05.7 FM; WGLO 95.5 FM,  WFYR NASH FM 97.3 and WZPW 92.3 FM.