Hope Media Group & WAY Media Complete Merger

Merger Complete

HOUSTON's HOPE MEDIA GROUP, home to stations Contemporary Christian KSBJ/HOUSTON, and WAY MEDIA have announced the official close of their merger into a single media organization, headquartered in HOUSTON. This merger combines the two like-minded organizations, who together engage an audience of more than 4 million individuals worldwide with positive multimedia content over radio and online mediums. 

The merger received a unanimous vote in JANUARY from each organization’s board of directors. Now operating as HOPE MEDIA GROUP, KSBJ and the WAYFM NETWORK will continue to serve their respective audiences under the existing brand names. It was a merger of equals and a cash-free transaction.

President/CEO JOE PAULO said, “We’re thrilled to officially join forces with WAY MEDIA to expand our combined impact. This merger is much more than a business matter. Aligning our efforts is a positive shift within Christian media to create and share uplifting content that encourages and inspires audiences across the country. We could not be more excited for this next chapter as our media brands continue to be a beacon of Hope for all.” 

WAY MEDIA’s former interim CEO and now COO, TIM DUKES added, “Our vision is to integrate the best of both ministries to enhance our impact for the cause of Christ. As we advance God’s kingdom together as HOPE MEDIA GROUP, we look forward to continuing to serve our existing audiences with excellence.”

PAULO added, "The newly merged entity combines leadership from both organizations, creating an ideal team eager for the challenge to impact a much broader group of listeners. Key priorities include programming, development, media operations and innovation. The senior leadership team will consist of: JOE PAULO, Pres. & CEO; TIM DUKES, COO; DESIREE GONZALEZ, CFO; RON HARRELL, Chief/Programming; JIM MARSHALL, Chief/Media Operations; ELAINE WELCOME,  Chief/Administration/General Manager – HOUSTON; SHAWN FARRINGTON, Chief/Innovation; and  PAUL MARTIN, Chief/Development. 

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