Category: Support Staff

Alex came to Michigan Radio in October of 2016, shortly after his studies at Michigan State University. He works with Larry Jonas to facilitate major gifts. Continue reading “Alex Parsell | Major Gifts Assistant”

Cindy Payne is Michigan Radio’s Human Resource Administrator. She is responsible for day to day HR related issues, employment, and assists with the monthly accounts payable and billing processes. Cindy has been at the University of Michigan for 23 years and Michigan Radio for 13. Continue reading “Cindy Payne | Human Resource Administrator”

Ellen Perry has been at Michigan Radio since October 2016 as an Account Executive on the Corporate Support team.

Her sales background is rooted in print media, which began 20 years ago at Trader Publishing then on to the Ann Arbor Observer. Her move to Michigan Radio was not just an exciting transition but also a natural one as she has been a passionate listener and supporter since her youth. Continue reading “Ellen Perry | Account Executive, Corporate Support”

Tom Peterson is Michigan Radio’s Media Engineer.

For the past 11 years it has been my duty to maintain the broadcast transmission equipment and systems at our three transmitter sites in Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, and Flint. Including my time at the station, I have a total of 28 years of broadcast experience in both radio and TV in both small and major markets. Continue reading “Tom Peterson | Media Engineer”

Danielle has been with Michigan Radio since January 2015. As a journalism major in college, Danielle fell in love with public media in general and Michigan Radio in particular.

Continue reading “Danielle Seering | Corporate Support Assistant”

Jackie came to Michigan Radio as a temporary employee in May 2009. Although her background is not in radio, she finds it a challenge and a great adventure.

Jackie runs our successful sustaining membership program and also handles about half of the customer service calls and emails that come into the station. Continue reading “Jackie Stickney | Sustainer Memberships and Customer Service”

Alison joined Michigan Radio in 2014 and works as the Associate Director of Development.  Although she doesn’t have a background in radio, she grew up listening to the station.

Alison oversees Michigan Radio’s Membership program including membership drives, where she combines her passion for philanthropy and Michigan Radio. She enjoys sharing her passion for all things Michigan Radio with listeners and members.

Continue reading “Alison Warren | Associate Director of Development”

Peggy J. Watson began her career at Michigan Radio in 1983 as a Production Assistant after graduating from Western Michigan University. At that time, Michigan Radio was primarily a classical music station. Continue reading “Peggy J. Watson | Operations Manager”

Paula Zmudczynski is in Corporate Support with Michigan Radio, since 2006.

Paula previously worked for The Oakland Press newspaper as Account Executive, Project Manager, and Advertising Real Estate Manager.  She works to develop positive working relationships with businesses and community leaders.