J. Patrick Earns PD Stripes At WSM-A/Nashville

J. Patrick

RYMAN HOSPITALITY PROPERTIES Country WSM-A/NASHVILLE has promoted radio veteran J. PATRICK to PD of the station and its digital counterpart, WSMONLINE.COM. He previously was Digital Program Director for the brand, which also includes new podcast “Building NASHVILLE,” and streaming channels “Route 650” and “Opry NASHVILLE,” as well as the Grand Ole Opry.

With more than 23 years of experience in radio, PATRICK began his career at WDKN/DICKSON, TN and has worked at stations around NASHVILLE with CUMULUS MEDIA and CLEAR CHANNEL (now iHEARTMEDIA), and served as producer for multiple nationally syndicated shows.

“It’s an amazing time to be part of the OPRY ENTERTAINMENT family, and it’s humbling to be at the helm of programming one of the most important radio brands in history,” said PATRICK. “I look forward to continuing my work with the incredible WSM team as we continue to expand and enrich the WSM listener experience.”

“I’m delighted to expand J. PATRICK’s role here at WSM,” said GM CHRIS KULICK. “He brings with him the experience, creativity, and passion needed to succeed in one of the most unique positions anywhere in Country radio. J. PATRICK sees a world of opportunity at WSM, and he is excited about continuing the station’s great legacy.”

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