She spent a decade as Director of Sales for Cumulus Media‘s Providence, R.I., radio stations and was then upped to VP/GM. Now, this company veteran is being promoted and will not only oversee the cluster, but the company’s stations in nearby New London, Conn., too.
Earning Regional Vice President stripes is Holly Paras, who will be adding responsibilities for Classic Rock WMOS-FM “The Wolf 102.3,” heritage Top 40 WQGN-FM “Q105,” and News/Talk WXLM-AM 980.
In Providence, Paras has been in charge of News/Talk WPRO-AM & WEAN-FM 99.7; Top 40 WPRO-FM 92.3; Sports WPRV-AM “The Score Sports Radio 790”; Rhythmic Top 40 WWKX “Hot 106,” and Adult Contemporary WWLI “Lite 105.”
Paras is an industry veteran who was once a Katz Radio Group Account Executive based in the City of New York. In Providence, she has been National Sales Manager for crosstown WWBB, WHJY and WSNE-FM, a Taunton, Mass., station serving the Providence market.
“Holly is an extremely effective and capable leader,” says Dave Milner, President of Operations for Cumulus Media. “Having her lead New London in addition to Providence allows for us to provide enhanced solutions for customers in Rhode Island and Eastern Connecticut.”
Paras commented, “I am thrilled to be able to work with the incredible stations and team at Cumulus New London. Together, Cumulus Media’s vibrant brands in these two adjacent markets create a highly effective marketing platform and opportunity for advertisers and community partners.”
