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Louisville Public Media Names Kenya Young President/CEO
LOUISVILLE PUBLIC MEDIA (LPM) has selected veteran broadcast Exec. KENYA YOUNG as Pres./CEO, effective MAY 19th. She succeeds STEPHEN GEORGE, who stepped down in JANUARY and was recently elected Public Dir. for the NPR BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
YOUNG is currently the NEW YORK PUBLIC RADIO SVP. She oversees national shows, podcasts, broadcast operations, live events, and audience development. Before that, she spent 15 years at NPR, where she served as Managing Editor and Exec. Producer of MORNING EDITION and UP FIRST.
LPM Board Member/Transition Committee Chair JOHN SCHRIBER said, “KENYA YOUNG brings positive energy, meaningful experience, and an exciting vision for the future of public media. She has a warmth and accessibility that impresses everyone she meets and demonstrates a unique ability to connect mission, strategy, and community impact — qualities essential to leading LPM successfully.”
YOUNG stated, “I am thrilled and energized to join the exceptional team at LOUISVILLE PUBLIC MEDIA. From my first interactions with the staff and board, I’ve been impressed by their innovative spirit, commitment to excellence, and forward-looking vision.”
“LPM has built something truly special dynamic organization that serves its community through outstanding journalism, music, and cultural programming that connects and inspires.”
LPM Board Chair ABBY SHUE added, “We are delighted to welcome KENYA YOUNG as the new CEO of LOUISVILLE PUBLIC MEDIA. With a wealth of experience, a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in public media, and a bold vision for the future, KENYA is poised to lead LPM to new heights.”
“Her dynamic energy, expertise in content creation, audience development, and fundraising, coupled with her proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams, make her the perfect fit for this role.”
LPM is celebrating its 75th anniversary. It operates three stations –News Talk WFPL (89.3), Classical WUOL (90.5), and Adult Alternative WFPK (91.9). The company also operates the KENTUCKY CENTER FOR INVESTIGATIVE REPORTING and a growing portfolio of podcasts.