iHeartMedia Florida Division will be saying goodbye to a vital leader in the department as President Linda Byrd plans to retire from her role and move into an advisory position on July 15.
“It’s hard even to say the word retire,” said Byrd. “I have had the most fantastic career working in an industry that I absolutely love. I’ve never even thought about doing anything else. And I am so fortunate to have been on this iHeart train, and previous companies, for the last 40 years. I wouldn’t trade it for the world,” Byrd said.
“I am thankful and excited to have the opportunity to transition into an advisory role for the next stage of my life. And I’m truly appreciative of the support and partnership I have had for so many years with Bob, Rich, Greg and Hartley. I couldn’t have asked for a better team to learn from and work with.”
In her pending new position as an advisor, one of the duties will be the ongoing involvement in iHeartMedia’s Hispanic footprint, where she has made noteworthy contributions.
Furthermore, Byrd has played a part in the success of almost 50 different markets and numerous employees during her four decades at iHeartMedia.
“Having worked with Linda for 25 years, I can testify she is a once-in-a-generation leader: Incredibly thoughtful, passionate and courageous,” Hartley Adkins, President of iHeartMedia Markets Group, said.
“I am delighted Linda will get more quality time in retirement — and very pleased we will have the advantage of three more years of her guidance as a consultant.”
iHeartMedia’s Florida division is home to news/talk stations like Newsradio WFLA, NewsRadio 610 WIOD, Real Radio 92.1, etc.