Perez named Programming Director for GLR Networks.

GLR Networks announced that Jimmy Perez has been named Director of Programming for the Company.

Mr. Perez has worked for GLR Networks since 2006 as Director of Affiliations, overseeing the syndication of the network’s programming to U.S. Hispanic radio stations. During these years, he has worked closely with the programming department and has been involved in the development of various new shows. Jimmy Perez will now combine his duties at the Affiliation department with the new responsibilities as head of the Company’s programming team.

Jimmy Perez will report to Alejandro Nieto, Vice-President of Talk Radio Programming for Union Radio and to Juan Pablo Alvarez, President of GLR North America.

Prior to joining GLR, Mr. Perez had over 14 years of experience in the radio industry. He began his career as Production Director in 1992 with Entravision’s San Jose, CA stations KLOK/KBRG. He was promoted in 1994 to Asst. Program Director, responsible for all on-air talent, production & programming departments. Then he worked for Futbol de Primera, where he was responsible for affiliate relations and the assembly of the radio network lineup.

“Jimmy’s knowledge and experience in the US Hispanic Radio Industry and his daily contact with radio station programmers make him the best Programming Director for a content production and distribution company like GLR Networks”, stated Juan Pablo Alvarez, President of GLR North America. “He knows what listeners and radio stations are looking for and will work for GLR Networks to be the best content provider to satisfy those needs”, Mr. Alvarez added.