She’s widely known for her time at iHeartMedia, where she rose from Market President to Area President overseeing the company’s Milwaukee and Madison, Wisc., radio stations. Now, she’s taken the role of President/GM at the organization that oversees three competing FM radio stations in Wisconsin’s largest market.
Taking the role at the Milwaukee Radio Alliance, which handles the overall operations for WLDB-FM, WLUM-FM and WZTI-FM, is Colleen Valkoun.
Valkoun is a Milwaukee native, and attended the University of Wisconsin’s main campus in Madison. She serves on the Make-A-Wish Wisconsin Board, and has served on the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Board.
The Milwaukee Radio Alliance is a partnership between two different companies that agreed to work together, and compete against iHeartMedia, Audacy Inc., Saga Communications and Good Karma Brands.
“We are thrilled to welcome Colleen,” said Jim Lewandowski, CEO of Times Shamrock Communications. “Her extensive experience, deep ties to the Milwaukee community, and
her passion for broadcasting make her the perfect leader to guide our radio stations, including WLUM-FM, WLDB-FM, and WZTI-AM & FM, into an exciting future.”
Duane Davis, CEO of All Pro Broadcasting, added, “Colleen’s appointment reflects a strategic move for Milwaukee Radio Alliance. Her impressive track record and
leadership skills make her the ideal choice to lead these iconic stations. We look forward to witnessing the positive impact of her leadership on the Milwaukee radio landscape.”
