Cumulus Media Announces Key Programming Appointments Craig Schwalb Named Program Director of 77 WABC Tony Mascaro Named Providence News/Talk Program Director ATLANTA, January 2, 2014 - Cumulus Media, the largest pure-play radio broadcaster in the

United States, announces the promotion of Craig Schwalb to Program Director of 77 WABC in New York City and the appointment of Tony Mascaro as Program Director of the company's Providence News/Talk radio stations.
Schwalb joins New York's 77 WABC from Cumulus/Providence, where he served as Program Director of News/Talk 630 WPRO, 99.7 FM and AM 790. Schwalb has nearly two decades of news, talk and sports programming experience, with roles held in markets including New
York City, Detroit, St. Louis and Raleigh. Prior to joining Cumulus, Schwalb was the Senior
Director of Talk Programming for SiriusXM.
"WABC has inspired countless broadcasters over the years and to now lead WABC into its next phase will be an absolute pleasure. Without a doubt, working alongside Cumulus NYC Market Manager Kim Bryant, COO John Dickey, SVP Programming Mike McVay and Corporate Program Director Randall Bloomquist, will be an honor," Schwalb said.
Mascaro replaces Schwalb in Providence as Program Director of 630 WPRO, 99.7 FM and AM 790. Mascaro most recently held the role of Operations Manager for 77 WABC. Mascaro is a 30-year broadcaster with previous programming positions held in New York City, Providence and Hartford.
"I am thrilled to be returning to Providence where it all started for me. WPRO-AM is a legendary radio station with an amazing line-up of talent. I wish everyone at WABC continued success for the future. Thanks to John Dickey, Mike McVay, Randall Bloomquist and Providence Market Manager Barbara Haynes for this opportunity to program a heritage radio station in a great radio market," Mascaro said.

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Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) is the largest pure-play radio broadcaster in the United States based on station count, with 460 owned and operated stations in 89 U.S. media markets and a fully-distributed programming network serving more than 10,000 affiliates nationwide, which contains a portfolio of iconic media, sports and entertainment brands. Cumulus strives to create the next generation of radio broadcasting and digital enterprise based on great people and technological excellence. Cumulus provides high-quality local programming choices for listeners and advertisers, challenging career environments for employees and value opportunities for shareholders. For more information, visit www.cumulus.com.

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