Local Media San Diego (LMSD), a San Diego-based broadcasting company, today announced that it has hired veteran programmer Randy “R Dub” Williams as the Program Director/Brand Manager of Magic 92.5 (XHRM) and Z90 (XHTZ). Williams will handle all programming/branding responsibilities for the two heritage San Diego stations. In addition, Williams will continue to host the PMDR show on Magic 92.5.
Williams has 20 years of radio broadcasting experience as a Program Director, Music Director, and on air talent in the formats CHR, Rhythm, and Rhythmic Oldies. Most notably the Program Director of Rhythmic Oldies KHHT 92.3 Los Angeles. The recipient of numerous broadcasting awards, he is also known for his Sunday Nite Slow Jams show that is syndicated in over 60 markets. In addition, he has produced a movie and authored a book. Williams will begin his full time employment with LMSD on August 15.
“I absolutely love and live both formats….not often does a scenario come along where you get to program two of your favorite formats and stations in the world”, says Williams.
About Local Media San Diego
Local Media San Diego is a San Diego-based broadcasting company backed by private equity firm Thoma Bravo, LLC. Previously doing business as Local Media of America, the company adopted the Local Media San Diego name in February 2011 to reflect its focus on the San Diego market. LMSD operates radio stations Magic 92.5, XHRM FM (www.magic925.com),
Z-90 XHTZ FM (www.z90.com), and 91X XTRA FM (www.91x.com).
About Thoma Bravo, LLC
Thoma Bravo is a leading private equity investment firm that has been providing equity and strategic support to experienced management teams building growing companies for 30 years. The firm originated the concept of industry consolidation investing, which seeks to create value through the strategic use of acquisitions to accelerate business growth. Thoma Bravo applies its investment strategy across multiple industries and works in partnership with management to implement its operating and consolidation expertise to build long-term value. Through a series of
private equity funds, Thoma Bravo currently manages approximately $2.5 billion of equity capital. For more information on Thoma Bravo, visit www.thomabravo.com.
