Vol Ford Life: Industry vet Loyd Ford joins Summit WCYQ/Knoxville as PD/afternoon host April 15. Ford succeeds Kevin King, who was named ADX/Pensacola OM in January (CAT 1/23). Most recently Americalist Direct Marketing Mgr./Radio Division, Ford's previous experience includes Rainmaker Pathway Consulting Works and more than two decades in radio programming. "Loyd comes to Knoxville with extensive experience in Country brand building, audience development and talent management," says Summit/Knoxville Pres. Chris Protzman. Reach Ford here. Tom Oakes has been serving as interim PD for WCYQ (CAT 3/5) and will now seek his next opportunity; reach him here.

Additionally, Black River Dir./Southeast Promotion Theresa Durst Ford – Loyd's wife – will also relocate to Knoxville where she will continue to work the Southeast region. Reach her here.