CAPE COD BROADCASTING NAMES JUDY CROCKER DIRECTOR OF SALES

MELINDA BAKER LOCAL SALES MANAGER

Cape Cod Broadcasting Media Established with Launch of CapeCod.com

Judy Crocker

Hyannis, MA – July 21, 2014 – Judy Crocker, veteran account manager for Cape Cod Broadcasting Media (CCB Media) has been promoted to take the helm of the CCB sales department with the departure of Erin Madden.  At her side will be Melinda Baker, formerly Sales Operations Manager, who is now elevated to Local Sales manager.

Judy Crocker will take full responsibility for the overall client experience, helping CCB customers to get the most from the suite of marketing products offered by CCB to the business community.  This includes four radio stations:  99.9 The Q, WQRC; Ocean 104.7, Cape Country 104 and Classical 107.5 Cape Cod.  It also will include the CapeCod.com and the direct marketing program Cape Club Rewards.

Melinda Baker

Melinda Baker will manage the marketing services within the company, helping our staff of marketing consultants craft just the right schedule, messaging, promotion and production to take full advantage of CCB Media’s large audience for their customers.

“It was very exciting to learn that when Erin decided to go to HubSpot and we began our search for her replacement, that the best candidates to lead our team were already in our company,” said Beverly Tilden, CCB Media General Manager.  “Judy Crocker’s experience, deep knowledge of clients’ marketing needs and understanding of the Cape Cod market make her the perfect choice to lead our team going forward.”  Bev went on to say, “Mel Baker has been a cornerstone of our department for years.  She’s a knowledgeable coach for our sales team, aiding them in designing effective campaigns using all the platforms of CCB Media.”

Judy Crocker said, “I have enjoyed watching the transformation of Cape Cod Broadcasting to CCB Media. I couldn’t be more pleased to roll up my sleeves beside Melinda Baker as she takes on the role of Local Sales Manager. Between the two of us we have over 30 years of experience in creating inventive marketing plans for local business owners. Our efforts combined with broadcast veterans Terri Gamble our National Sales Manager and Beverly Tilden our General Manager are sure to make CCB Media the “go to” company.”

“I am excited to be named Local Sales Manager for CCB Media,” said Mel Baker, “Judy and I have worked together for years and I’m thrilled to be managing with her. CCB Media is a company that’s going places. With the new CapeCod.com and our digital offerings, our Sales Team is poised to provide cross platform sales solutions that move the needle for our advertisers.”

In addition, Cape Cod Broadcasting becomes CCB Media with the addition of Cape Cod.com to CCB media platforms along with Cape Club Rewards.  CapeCod.com launched on Memorial Day and has shown steady user and page view growth since its inception.  A virtual town square for Cape Cod, the site offers local news, weather and traffic 24/7 along with the many resources that are needed by year-round Cape residents as well as seasonal residents and visitors. Promoted round the clock by CCB Media’s four radio stations, CapeCod.com has experienced more than 50% monthly growth since the Memorial Day launch.

Cape Club Rewards is a member site for listeners and users of CCB Media channels in which members can earn points for listening and website views with the ability to connect sponsors directly to the CCB audience on a “one to one” level.

Cape Cod Broadcasting is locally owned and operated.  CCB Media includes:  WQRC, 99-9 The Q, Cape Cod’s Fresh Mix; Ocean 104.7,  Crafted for the Cape; Cape Country 104, Today’s Best Country; and WFCC, Cape Classical 107.5 are the radio stations along with CapeCod.com and Cape Club Rewards.

CAT WILSON NAMED PROMOTION MANAGER AT CAPE COD BROADCASTING

April 21, 2014 – Cat Wilson has joined the Cape Cod Broadcasting (CCB) family as Promotion Manager. The long-time Cape resident and 18-year veteran of the local radio scene will join the company on May 1.

Photo credit: Michael Sparks Keegan

“We are excited to add Cat to our team,” said Beverly Tilden, General Manager of CCB. “Cat is a multi-talented individual and with our plans to expand CCB marketing and events, she brings additional Cape based experience and resources to our group.”

Cat will also bring her on-air program “The Cheap Seats” to Ocean 104.7 on Sunday nights at 8pm. The Cheap Seats formerly heard on Cool102, celebrates local musicians and their music, a program beloved on Cape Cod. The Cheap Seats will begin airing on Ocean on May 4th. She will also host a regular program on Ocean 104.7 “Crafted for the Cape,” the CCB station that is focused on singer songwriters from the 70s, 80s and the current artist that were inspired by them. “Cat brings another local voice to our line-up,” acknowledged Jerry McKenna, CCB Program Director, “and her deep knowledge of the format artists and their music will add dimension to this unique format.”

Cat won her first broadcasting award for The Cheap Seats in 1997 from the Massachusetts
Broadcasters Association. In 2012 she won awards for her dedication to independent music from Limelight Magazine as well as The New England Music Awards. In 2013 Cat was named Cape Cod’s Favorite Radio Personality by Cape Cod Magazine.

Most recently, Cat has been marketing manager for Cape Cod Harley-Davidson. She was also promotion manager and on-air for Qantum, and music director and on-air at WKPE when it was owned by Charles River Broadcasting, both in the early 2000s. Cat leads an exciting life when she’s off the airwaves. She rides a Harley and has also competed in several Cape demolition derbies. She won the championship round at the Barnstable County Fair in 2009, the only female driver to win this event on the Cape. She is also active in local theatre.

Cape Cod Broadcasting is the Cape’s locally owned media group that includes four radio stations Ocean 104.7; 99-9 The Q, WQRC; Cape Country 104 and WFCC Classical 107.5 and six websites including CapeCod.com.

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Contact: Beverly Tilden, Cape Cod Broadcasting: 508-771-1224

LAURA RECKFORD NAMED NEWS DIRECTOR FOR CAPE COD BROADCASTING MEDIA

HYANNIS – Friday, February 21, 2014 — Laura Reckford has been named News Director for Cape Cod Broadcasting (CCB). The announcement was made today by CCB General Manager, Beverly Tilden. “Cape Cod Broadcasting has been a trusted resource for local Cape Cod news and information,” said Tilden, “Laura’s experience and leadership will assure that we continue that tradition as we grow and expand our news offerings.”

Laura comes to CCB from the Housing Assistance Corporation where she has been in the Communications & Development Department working on press, publications, grants, social media and website development. She is also the founder of the new online magazine CapeCodWave.com where she currently is editor and publisher. Cape Cod Broadcasting will partner with CapeCodWave.com as part of its development of its website CapeCod.com.

Laura’s news background on the Cape began at Cape Cod Life where she was managing editor and launched their Home Magazine and online editions. She was a reporter who rose to the position of managing editor at The Falmouth Enterprise and then served as editor of The Barnstable Enterprise newspaper. She began her media career in New York City at Entertainment Weekly, Good Housekeeping, Viacom and 20th Century Fox.

“After working in film, television, magazines, and newspapers, I am excited to be working in radio, a medium I have long admired. In addition, I am looking forward to bringing local journalism to CapeCod.com and also enhancing that website with the magazine-style journalism of Cape Cod Wave,” Laura said.

Laura’s freelance work includes articles for the Boston Globe and books for Frommer’s travel guides, marking numerous New England and Cape Cod editions as well as a France guide. She also penned the first edition of Arts and Artisans Trails of Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket for the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce. She has won numerous awards from the New England Newspaper and Press Association, including awards for news, crime, education, social issues, arts & entertainment reporting, and editorial writing

A Massachusetts native, Laura is a longtime resident of Falmouth.

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Contact: Beverly Tilden, Cape Cod Broadcasting: 508-771-1224

CAPE COD BROADCASTING WAKES UP THE CAPE WITH NEW MORNING SHOWS

AND RE-ENERGIZING FORMAT TWEAKS

McKenna reunites Karen Blake and Ralphie Marino on Two Formats

Hyannis, MA — February 3, 2014 – This morning kicked off an exciting new concept in Morning Radio.  “Get your iPads ready, your fingers poised on the radio dial, there are lots of details to disclose on a fun new concept for Cape morning radio,” said Cape Cod Broadcasting (CCB) General Manager Bev Tilden.

In summary, WQRC becomes 99-9 The Q the best Hot AC music but with a new morning show hosted by Karen Blake.  PD Jerry McKenna also wrangled Ralphie Marino to host Cape Country 104’s morning show too.  The former partners from STAR Boston morning show, playfully appeared on each other’s morning shows today.  In addition, Ocean 104.7, debuted with a cool singer/songwriter vibe (Custom Crafted for the Cape) based in the 70s/80s with similar contemporary artists sprinkled in.

When asked about Karen and Ralphie, McKenna said, “Ralphie and Karen are true professionals.  The each know how to create great morning radio.  Cape Cod is in for a treat!”

McKenna joined the station at the end of 2013 and has been architecting the format updates and new morning shows for months.  “Jerry has been working with our team to give the stations a fresh sound,” explained Tilden, “this includes adding some new music, production and features along with Karen, Ralphie and personalities that will keep our stations  modern, entertaining and with a real local element.”

Karen Blake has entertained listeners for decades in the Boston market and now she takes the reins of 99-9 The Q’s Morning Show.  Karen began her career at KISS 108 in Boston and made stops at WZOU, Star 93.7, Oldies 103 and she was nominated for Major Market Radio Personality of the Year while at ZOU.  Karen’ many years summering on Cape Cod will give her lots to relate to with The Q audience.

Ralphie Marino is a veteran morning host having entertained in New York Mornings at KTU, Boston afternoons at JAMN, Star and Manchester, NH markets.  Ralphie and Karen were the morning show at Star 93.7 when then PD McKenna put them together.  Ralph’s moved his family to the Cape and is already enthusiastic about the area.

They’ll be joined next week by Sean Doherty, Sean comes to CCB via KISS 108, JAMN 94.5 in Boston and Tucson Arizona.  A native New Englander, Sean will appear on both shows with his upbeat and fun entertainment reports and Cape Cod lifestyle observations.

99-9 The Q – Cape Cod’s Fresh Mix core artists include, Pink, The Fray, Justin Timberlake, One Republic, Bruno Mars and Katie Perry.   Pat Garret as production voice lends himself well to the new 99-9 The Q.

Ocean 104.7 Custom Crafted for the Cape counts James Taylor, Carole King, Gordon Lightfoot, the Eagles, later Beatles and Dylan as the core artists with modern singer/songwriters like John Mayer, Sarah Barellis and Colbie Callait.  Ed McMann is the new station voice.

“The Cape is unique as a place to live and we wanted numerous ways to stay connected to the community.  One way is Cape Club Rewards,” said Tilden adding one more angle to the new CCB.  “The Cape Club is another way we’ll be in touch locally.  A new feature with numerous contests, prizes, events that will allow Cape Club members to not only win prizes, but hang out with the station and guide the music that is “Custom Crafted for the Cape.”  Tilden added, “With James Taylor and Carly Simon as members of the community, a vibrant local music scene and numerous other artists that love our shores, I’m pretty confident that Cape Codders will want to be heard when it comes to the music we play…especially on the new Ocean.”

Cape Cod Broadcasting is locally owned and operated.  CCB Media includes:  WQRC, 99-9 The Q, Cape Cod’s Fresh Mix; Ocean 104.7, Custom Crafted for the Cape; Cape Country 104, Today’s Country and the Legends; and WFCC, Cape Classical 107.5 are the radio stations along with CapeCod.com.

Cape Cod Broadcasting Honored With Statewide Awards

Hyannis, MA –Massachusetts Broadcasters Association (MBA) annual “Sound Bites” competition recognized Cape Cod Broadcasting (CCB) with numerous awards at its recent dinner and awards ceremony.  Awards were handed out to broadcast stations in eight categories for work in news, sports, advertising and public service on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at The Verve Crowne Plaza in Natick, MA.

Steve Marcus, Troy Smith and Jordan Walton. (MBA photo/Taylor Paige)

Cape Cod Broadcasting’s WQRC-FM was honored with a first place award in the Commercial Campaign category for its Griggs & Browne “Termites & Carpenter Ants” advertising campaign. The station and company were also honored for Best Public Service Campaign for the “Drug Take Back” campaign for the Falmouth Prevention Partnership. Additional recognition came in the form of a Merit Award in the Station Promotional Announcement category for WQRC’s “Best Buy” promo.  The campaigns were produced by the CCB production department including Steve Marcus Creative Director and Troy Smith Production Director.

“We are pleased and honored to be recognized by the MBA once again this year,” said Beverly Tilden, General Manager of CCB. “The Cape Cod Broadcasting team takes great pride both in our deep commitment to the Cape Cod community and in generating creative memorable messages that generate effective marketing campaigns for our clients and partners.”

Cape Cod Broadcasting owns and operates WQRC 99.9 FM, WOCN 104.7 FM, WKPE 103.9 FM, WFCC 107.5 FM, CapeCod.Com and The World Classical Network.