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 Senior Business Assistant. 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 22 years and Michigan Radio for 11.

Cindy has worked in different units across the University of Michigan and finds Michigan Radio to be the most rewarding due to the talented and dedicated staff that make up the Michigan Radio family.

When not working and helping people at Michigan Radio, Cindy enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, everything nature, and her three cat “fur” babies!

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 | Accounts Executive”

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”

Don is a Account Executive in Michigan Radio’s Corporate Support Department. He job involves helping companies support Michigan Radio while generating awareness for their business.

Don joined Michigan Radio in 2016, a return to radio after spending 8 years with Renewal by Andersen. A graduate of Columbia College in Chicago, Don has worked as a Board-Operator at WXCD – Chicago, a Remote Tech at WUSN – Chicago, an Announcer at KAUS – Austin, MN, Director of Marketing & Promotions at WJMK – Chicago, and Director of Marketing & Promotions at WCPT – Chicago. Continue reading “Don Pocius | Account Executive”

Danielle has been at Michigan Radio for two years. As a journalism major in college, Danielle fell in love with public media in general and Michigan Radio in particular.

In the Corporate Sponsorship department, she works with the team of Account Executives to bring information about sponsorship to organizations across Michigan. Danielle handles the Michigan Radio Corporate Sponsorship department’s website content and social media presence – engage with the department to learn more about sponsorship on the sponsorship website, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. 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 as the Associate Director of Development, where she combines her passion for philanthropy and Michigan Radio. She is no stranger to Michigan Radio having grown up listening to the station.

She enjoys sharing her passion for all things Michigan Radio with listeners and members through on-air membership drives and lively conversations. When she’s not at the office she’s spending time with her husband, son, and dog.

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 started her career in 2006, with Michigan Television and Michigan Radio. Currently she works in the Corporate Support division. She represents the station by seeking financial contributions from businesses and organizations. She enjoys working with the public and learning of their dedication to public media, something she is passionate about. Continue reading “Paula Zmudczynski | Underwriting Account Manager”