Austin-based radio industry data insights firm MusicDatak is welcoming a Director of International Business Deveopment whose resume includes a similar post at Westwood One Radio Networks from the late 1980s through mid-1990s.
Richard Rene has also served as a VP of International at Austereo-MCM Entertainment, today known as SCA. From 2010-2012, he was GM of International Relations at the former Dial Global. Rene also served as an independent consultant for 25 years.
MusicDatak founder and CEO Samuel Zniber commented, “Richard’s in-depth expertise in radio, software, and international markets makes him a perfect fit for our team. His leadership will be critical as we expand our reach and continue to innovate in the radio industry.”
MusicDatak currently operates in 20 markets, including the U.S., New Zealand, Ireland, France, Belgium, Sweden, Portugal, Norway, and Switzerland. Its product line include callout-focused DataKallout; music testing platform DataKorium; and audience preference gauge StationRadar.
“MusicDatak’s audience rating results over the past four years demonstrate its status as one of the most innovative and ground breaking tools in the industry,” Rene said. “I’m excited to join Samuel and his talented team to contribute to the company’s global growth.”
