Colorado Media Newsroom
April 19th, 2022, 11:12 AM
From Radio Insight:
https://radioinsight.com/wp-content/images/2022/02/947theblock-200x200.png (https://radioinsight.com/headlines/224049/andre-yancey-moves-to-94-7-the-block-as-assistant-brand-manager/)https://i0.wp.com/radioinsight.com/wp-content/images/2022/02/947theblock.png?resize=200%2C200&ssl=1Audacy Classic Hip Hop “94.7 The Block (https://www.audacy.com/947theblocknyc)” WXBK Newark NJ/New York has tabbed André Yancey as Assistant Brand Manager.
Yancey moves to WXBK from sister Classic Hits 101.1 WCBS-FM where he served as Executive Producer for Scott Shannon in the Morning since September 2021 (https://radioinsight.com/headlines/213136/andre-yancey-joins-scott-shannon-in-the-morning/). Yancey previously worked for United Stations Radio Networks as Director of New Media and assisting on the strategy and development of other syndicated shows including Carmen’s Calls and Nick Cannon Radio. He also was a producer and host for Cannon’s morning show on “92.3 Now” WNOW-FM New York.
Audacy has promoted media veteran André Yancey to assistant brand manager of 94.7 The Block (WXBK-FM) in New York. With the move, Yancey transitions from Audacy New York sister station WCBS-FM 101.1 (WCBS-FM), where he has served as executive producer of “Scott Shannon in the Morning” since 2021.
“I am so excited to have André on the Block team,” said Skip Dillard, brand manager, 94.7 The Block. “His versatility and passion impress me every day. André understands and demonstrates the energy, content, social and digital finesse needed to cut through the clutter in today’s media landscape.”
“I want to thank Skip Dillard for inviting me to join this incredible group,” said Yancey. “We have a great team with Nick Cannon, Shelley Wade and Ed Lover, with more on the way. The Block is a living, breathing organism that’s quickly becoming a part of the community’s social fabric. I extend gratitude to Chris Oliviero, Jim Ryan, and Scott Shannon for your blessings and support in embarking on this new venture. My time with WCBS-FM has been fulfilling and prosperous, with remarkable moments and milestones.”
Before joining Audacy, Yancey served as creative strategist/content developer, including Carmen’s Calls and Nick Cannon Radio. He served as Director of New Media for United Stations Media Networks developed apps for Alice Cooper, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Open House Party, and HardDrive Radio. His radio experience includes stops at 92.3 NOW in New York as personality/producer for the “Rollin’ with Nick Cannon” morning show.
more (https://radioinsight.com/headlines/224049/andre-yancey-moves-to-94-7-the-block-as-assistant-brand-manager/)
https://radioinsight.com/wp-content/images/2022/02/947theblock-200x200.png (https://radioinsight.com/headlines/224049/andre-yancey-moves-to-94-7-the-block-as-assistant-brand-manager/)https://i0.wp.com/radioinsight.com/wp-content/images/2022/02/947theblock.png?resize=200%2C200&ssl=1Audacy Classic Hip Hop “94.7 The Block (https://www.audacy.com/947theblocknyc)” WXBK Newark NJ/New York has tabbed André Yancey as Assistant Brand Manager.
Yancey moves to WXBK from sister Classic Hits 101.1 WCBS-FM where he served as Executive Producer for Scott Shannon in the Morning since September 2021 (https://radioinsight.com/headlines/213136/andre-yancey-joins-scott-shannon-in-the-morning/). Yancey previously worked for United Stations Radio Networks as Director of New Media and assisting on the strategy and development of other syndicated shows including Carmen’s Calls and Nick Cannon Radio. He also was a producer and host for Cannon’s morning show on “92.3 Now” WNOW-FM New York.
Audacy has promoted media veteran André Yancey to assistant brand manager of 94.7 The Block (WXBK-FM) in New York. With the move, Yancey transitions from Audacy New York sister station WCBS-FM 101.1 (WCBS-FM), where he has served as executive producer of “Scott Shannon in the Morning” since 2021.
“I am so excited to have André on the Block team,” said Skip Dillard, brand manager, 94.7 The Block. “His versatility and passion impress me every day. André understands and demonstrates the energy, content, social and digital finesse needed to cut through the clutter in today’s media landscape.”
“I want to thank Skip Dillard for inviting me to join this incredible group,” said Yancey. “We have a great team with Nick Cannon, Shelley Wade and Ed Lover, with more on the way. The Block is a living, breathing organism that’s quickly becoming a part of the community’s social fabric. I extend gratitude to Chris Oliviero, Jim Ryan, and Scott Shannon for your blessings and support in embarking on this new venture. My time with WCBS-FM has been fulfilling and prosperous, with remarkable moments and milestones.”
Before joining Audacy, Yancey served as creative strategist/content developer, including Carmen’s Calls and Nick Cannon Radio. He served as Director of New Media for United Stations Media Networks developed apps for Alice Cooper, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Open House Party, and HardDrive Radio. His radio experience includes stops at 92.3 NOW in New York as personality/producer for the “Rollin’ with Nick Cannon” morning show.
more (https://radioinsight.com/headlines/224049/andre-yancey-moves-to-94-7-the-block-as-assistant-brand-manager/)