Johnny Chiang:
Chiang'ing The Game: Pandora Sr. Dir./Country Programming Johnny Chiang is expanding his oversight to include Country programming for SiriusXM. The role was previously handled by JR Schumann prior to his July departure (CAT 6/22/22). Chiang, who joined the company last June (CAT 6/26/22), will report to Pandora/SXM GM & SVP/Music Programming Steve Blatter. Prior to joining Pandora, Chiang spent 18 years at KKBQ/Houston where he as OM/PD and served as Cox Country Format Leader. He then segued to Red Street Country as VP/Radio Promotions & Artist Development. Reach him here.
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