Audacy has upped Melissa Chase to vp of programming for Audacy Houston.

Overseeing programming efforts for 100.3 The Bull (KILT-FM), Mix 96.5 (KHMX-FM) and 95.7 The Spot (KKHH-FM), Chase will also lead strategy and promotions for the market’s full portfolio of stations.

“[Melissa’s] ability to develop and execute a strategic plan, as well as her creativity, positivity and leadership make her the perfect person to lead our programming team moving forward,” said Audacy Houston SVP and Market Manager, Sarah Frazier.

“Thank you so much to Jeff Sottolano and Dave Richards, who motivate us to grow radio as an experience of creativity, community and innovation. I am so grateful to expand this role under my market manager Sarah Frazier,” added Chase.

Prior to joining Audacy in 2021 as brand manager for Mix 96.5 and 95.7 The Spot, Chase spent 12 years with SummitMedia/Cox Media Group and previously held roles across iHeartMedia and MTV Networks/Viacom, as well as doing voiceover acting.