George Preston Named VP/GM At WFMT/Chicago

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Former WINDOW TO THE WORLD COMMUNICATIONS Classical WFMT/CHICAGO afternoon host GEORGE PRESTON is returning to the station as VP/GM, starting MARCH 1st. PRESTON hosted WFMT's afternoon show in 2009-13 and more recently served as GM at CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN PUBLIC BROADCAST HOUSE Classical KCME and Jazz KCME-HD2-K228EM (JAZZ 93.5)/COLORADO SPRINGS.  Previously, PRESTON was MD and host at NEW YORK PUBLIC RADIO noncommercial WNYC-A-F/NEW YORK and MD/APD/Host at BOSTON UNIVERSITY noncommercial WBUR/BOSTON.

CEO SANDRA CORDOVA MICEK said, “GEORGE is a seasoned radio and classical music leader, and his entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and collaborative approach make him uniquely qualified to take WFMT successfully into the future. We are thrilled that he will bring his vast experience to WFMT and to the CHICAGO arts community.”

“This is an exciting time for WFMT, and I am honored to be taking on the role of general manager,” said PRESTON. “It is a privilege to be returning to WFMT, an organization with a great legacy and unlimited possibilities. I hope to bring my passion and audience‐building experience to bear, and I look forward to working with Program Director DAVID POLK, and WFMT’s entire team.”

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