Morris Higham Management Head/Marketing Shane Tarleton has been named Co-Head of Leo33 alongside Co-Head Katie Dean. “As we continue building our roster and expanding the company's reach, [Shane's] strategic perspective and proven track record make him the ideal partner to help lead our next phase of growth," says Dean. Adds Tarleton, "I'm thrilled to join the team and help shape the next chapter of growth for both the company and the incredible roster we have the privilege to serve." Tarleton left WMN, where he served as EVP/Artist Development, in 2023 after 13 years (CAT 10/5/23), and joined Morris Higham in 2024 (CAT 9/12/24).

iHeartMedia WFUS/Tampa PD Ashley Layfield has added programming duties for WUBL/Atlanta. Additionally, WMZQ/Washington, DC MD/evening host Corey Calhoun has joined in afternoons. "Corey’s experience across multiple markets, combined with his passion for country music and audience engagement, makes him a perfect fit for afternoons on 94.9 The Bull, while Ashley is one of the most respected programming leaders in our industry," says EVP/Programming Jill Strada. Layfield took over programming at WFUS in 2022 (CAT 11/1/22). Previous stops include WWKA/Orlando. Calhoun spent eight years at WMZQ (CAT 6/5) with prior stops at WAMZ/Louisville, iHeart/Waycross, GA and WLTO/Lexington, KY.

Former Audacy Classic Hip-Hop WPOW/Miami Dir./Programming & Operations and Hot AC sister WOMX/Orlando Brand Mgr. Will Calder has been named OM for Beasley's six-station Tampa cluster, including WQYK. He succeeds Rick Thomas, who stepped down June 1 to spend more time with family (CAT 5/19). "Few people understand Florida radio as well as Will does," says Beasley/Tampa VP/MM Ron deCastro. "His track record of building successful brands, leading high-performing teams and connecting with audiences makes him a tremendous addition to our leadership team." Calder's prior Florida programming roles include WPYO/Orlando and WPOI/Tampa.

Miss Universe: Here are select Nielsen Audio Continuous Diary Measurement (CDM) ratings for April 2026 (three-month rolling average, 2/5-4/29) compared with February and March. Ranks (in parentheses) are among subscribers. Unless otherwise noted, all figures are Persons 12+, Monday-Sunday, 6am-midnight.

Hunts-Thrill: Here are select Nielsen Audio Continuous Diary Measurement (CDM) ratings for April 2026 (three-month rolling average, 2/5-4/29) compared with February and March. Ranks (in parentheses) are among subscribers. Unless otherwise noted, all figures are Persons 12+, Monday-Sunday, 6am-midnight.