Dennis Gwiazdon
VP/Market Manager at Cromwell Media- Claim this Profile
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Tim Robisch
I’ve had the fortune to work for great bosses, Dennis Gwiazdon is at the top of the list. He is an exceptional leader who operates with the utmost integrity, transparency and an infectious leadership style. When we worked together at BBGI, he inspired excellence and creativity with his highly personal approach. As my boss and mentor, he helped me and our team stretch and discover ways to continuously improve. His ability to question and probe delivered the proper balance to achieve excellence for employees, customers and the company. He helped me learn and grow as a leader every day. I'm fortunate to have worked with him.
Doug Erickson
I've known Dennis for over 20 years. I've worked for him at several companies and would jump at the chance to work for him again. Dennis combines a rare skill: He is both highly focused on the business side of the stations and groups he runs and, at the same time, very creative. He is inclusive. He listens carefully to all. He is secure enough to consider new ideas, new solutions. He hires brilliantly and then gives his staff autonomy. He is there for support when a failure occurs and for praise when success arrives. He is one of the most generous in that trait, which is why most that have worked for him, love working for him. He may be the best team-builder I've ever worked with because his insights into each individual on his teams are so finely detailed. He is strong enough to make tough decisions, to take risks when needed, yet compassionate always when the storms of life overwhelm an employee. I think he's a brilliant leader, with the wisdom that comes from experience, the humility that comes from owning mistakes, and the inner security to let those under him stand alone in the spotlight of success. On top of it all, he is a good man who will make everyone in your organization who knows him better, a man your company will be proud to send out as your representative to the community he serves. I'd work for him anytime, anywhere.
Tim Robisch
I’ve had the fortune to work for great bosses, Dennis Gwiazdon is at the top of the list. He is an exceptional leader who operates with the utmost integrity, transparency and an infectious leadership style. When we worked together at BBGI, he inspired excellence and creativity with his highly personal approach. As my boss and mentor, he helped me and our team stretch and discover ways to continuously improve. His ability to question and probe delivered the proper balance to achieve excellence for employees, customers and the company. He helped me learn and grow as a leader every day. I'm fortunate to have worked with him.
Doug Erickson
I've known Dennis for over 20 years. I've worked for him at several companies and would jump at the chance to work for him again. Dennis combines a rare skill: He is both highly focused on the business side of the stations and groups he runs and, at the same time, very creative. He is inclusive. He listens carefully to all. He is secure enough to consider new ideas, new solutions. He hires brilliantly and then gives his staff autonomy. He is there for support when a failure occurs and for praise when success arrives. He is one of the most generous in that trait, which is why most that have worked for him, love working for him. He may be the best team-builder I've ever worked with because his insights into each individual on his teams are so finely detailed. He is strong enough to make tough decisions, to take risks when needed, yet compassionate always when the storms of life overwhelm an employee. I think he's a brilliant leader, with the wisdom that comes from experience, the humility that comes from owning mistakes, and the inner security to let those under him stand alone in the spotlight of success. On top of it all, he is a good man who will make everyone in your organization who knows him better, a man your company will be proud to send out as your representative to the community he serves. I'd work for him anytime, anywhere.
Tim Robisch
I’ve had the fortune to work for great bosses, Dennis Gwiazdon is at the top of the list. He is an exceptional leader who operates with the utmost integrity, transparency and an infectious leadership style. When we worked together at BBGI, he inspired excellence and creativity with his highly personal approach. As my boss and mentor, he helped me and our team stretch and discover ways to continuously improve. His ability to question and probe delivered the proper balance to achieve excellence for employees, customers and the company. He helped me learn and grow as a leader every day. I'm fortunate to have worked with him.
Doug Erickson
I've known Dennis for over 20 years. I've worked for him at several companies and would jump at the chance to work for him again. Dennis combines a rare skill: He is both highly focused on the business side of the stations and groups he runs and, at the same time, very creative. He is inclusive. He listens carefully to all. He is secure enough to consider new ideas, new solutions. He hires brilliantly and then gives his staff autonomy. He is there for support when a failure occurs and for praise when success arrives. He is one of the most generous in that trait, which is why most that have worked for him, love working for him. He may be the best team-builder I've ever worked with because his insights into each individual on his teams are so finely detailed. He is strong enough to make tough decisions, to take risks when needed, yet compassionate always when the storms of life overwhelm an employee. I think he's a brilliant leader, with the wisdom that comes from experience, the humility that comes from owning mistakes, and the inner security to let those under him stand alone in the spotlight of success. On top of it all, he is a good man who will make everyone in your organization who knows him better, a man your company will be proud to send out as your representative to the community he serves. I'd work for him anytime, anywhere.
Tim Robisch
I’ve had the fortune to work for great bosses, Dennis Gwiazdon is at the top of the list. He is an exceptional leader who operates with the utmost integrity, transparency and an infectious leadership style. When we worked together at BBGI, he inspired excellence and creativity with his highly personal approach. As my boss and mentor, he helped me and our team stretch and discover ways to continuously improve. His ability to question and probe delivered the proper balance to achieve excellence for employees, customers and the company. He helped me learn and grow as a leader every day. I'm fortunate to have worked with him.
Doug Erickson
I've known Dennis for over 20 years. I've worked for him at several companies and would jump at the chance to work for him again. Dennis combines a rare skill: He is both highly focused on the business side of the stations and groups he runs and, at the same time, very creative. He is inclusive. He listens carefully to all. He is secure enough to consider new ideas, new solutions. He hires brilliantly and then gives his staff autonomy. He is there for support when a failure occurs and for praise when success arrives. He is one of the most generous in that trait, which is why most that have worked for him, love working for him. He may be the best team-builder I've ever worked with because his insights into each individual on his teams are so finely detailed. He is strong enough to make tough decisions, to take risks when needed, yet compassionate always when the storms of life overwhelm an employee. I think he's a brilliant leader, with the wisdom that comes from experience, the humility that comes from owning mistakes, and the inner security to let those under him stand alone in the spotlight of success. On top of it all, he is a good man who will make everyone in your organization who knows him better, a man your company will be proud to send out as your representative to the community he serves. I'd work for him anytime, anywhere.
Experience
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Cromwell Radio Group
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United States
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Broadcast Media
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1 - 100 Employee
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VP/Market Manager
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Nov 2019 - Present
Presently guiding a 5-station cluster that includes heritage rocker 102.9 The Buzz (WBUZ-FM), Sports/Talk 102.5 The Game (WPRT-FM, which is the flagship for the NHL's Nashville Predators), ESPN 94.9 Game 2, Soul and R&B Classics 102.1 The Ville and 93.3 Classic Hits. Cromwell also offers a robust menu of digital services to complement a full marketing approach. Presently guiding a 5-station cluster that includes heritage rocker 102.9 The Buzz (WBUZ-FM), Sports/Talk 102.5 The Game (WPRT-FM, which is the flagship for the NHL's Nashville Predators), ESPN 94.9 Game 2, Soul and R&B Classics 102.1 The Ville and 93.3 Classic Hits. Cromwell also offers a robust menu of digital services to complement a full marketing approach.
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Beasley Media Group
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United States
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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700 & Above Employee
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VP/Market Manager
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Jan 2018 - Apr 2019
As the VP/Market Manager, I had oversight of KCYE/KDWN-AM/FM/KKLZ/KOAS/KVGS. Primarily responsible for a significant turnaround situation that was designed to improve ratings, revenue and profitability while helping the company with a number of emerging digital marketing initiatives. As the VP/Market Manager, I had oversight of KCYE/KDWN-AM/FM/KKLZ/KOAS/KVGS. Primarily responsible for a significant turnaround situation that was designed to improve ratings, revenue and profitability while helping the company with a number of emerging digital marketing initiatives.
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Midwest Communications, Inc.
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United States
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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200 - 300 Employee
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VP | Market Manager
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Sep 2014 - Dec 2017
Upon the acquisition of SCM by Midwest my responsibilities remain unchanged: running three successful radio stations (WJXA-FM, WCJK-FM and WNFN-FM) and continuing the legacy of ratings and revenue success. Upon the acquisition of SCM by Midwest my responsibilities remain unchanged: running three successful radio stations (WJXA-FM, WCJK-FM and WNFN-FM) and continuing the legacy of ratings and revenue success.
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South Central Media
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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VP/GM
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Aug 2001 - Aug 2014
South Central Media owns and operates two highly successful radio stations in Nashville (WJXA-FM & WCJK-FM) and also offers digital services that include paid search, web development, email marketing, mobile marketing and online ad networks. We specialize in providing comprehensive marketing solutions for all types of businesses.During my tenure with SCM our stations have remained market leaders in terms of ratings and revenue performance as well as profitability. We consistently overachieve the goals we've set by staying focused on what we can control.South Central Media was acquired by Midwest Communications in September 2014 and our entire team was retained by the new owners.
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Coleman Insights
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United States
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Market Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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VP
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1999 - 2001
Using customized interviews with dozens of advertisers Sales Insights conducted perceptual studies for radio clusters to examine their local sales images as compared to other competitors in the market. Results revealed how specific stations and their respective sales teams were perceived by the advertising community. We examined a variety of attributes such as value for price paid, degree to which a station was willing to concede more than necessary (negotiating skills), audience perceptions that might be hindering the sales process, which stations or clusters had the best overall reputation for sales practices, etc. Recommendations were then made to shore up known strengths and strategies were designed to overcome weaknesses real and perceived.
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Nationwide Communications
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United States
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Telecommunications
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1 - 100 Employee
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VP/GM
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1996 - 1998
Successfully launched a brand new format (Rhythmic AC) in a very competitive Radio market in San Diego. The station continues to thrive under different ownership, further validation that we got it right out of the gate! Successfully launched a brand new format (Rhythmic AC) in a very competitive Radio market in San Diego. The station continues to thrive under different ownership, further validation that we got it right out of the gate!
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Sales/Sales Mgmt/General Manager
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1974 - 1996
Successfully delivered top line revenue results and cash flow objectives.Excelled at leading teams through changes that affected our industry.Helped guide and prepare the most talented people in our organization for their next career move. Successfully delivered top line revenue results and cash flow objectives.Excelled at leading teams through changes that affected our industry.Helped guide and prepare the most talented people in our organization for their next career move.
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Education
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2011 - 2012
Leadership Music/Nashville
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1969 - 1971
American River College/Sacramento
Psychology
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