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Staff Page
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Steve Willoughby
Station Manager and 3/4 of the Steve and Janet Show
stevewilloughby@krzk.com
Bio:
Steve began at Hometown Radio in December of 1986. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Derinda, riding his Harley and Public Speaking. Steve and Derinda have two children, Tara who is a Nanny in The St. Louis Area and Russell who is in The United States Navy. Join his blog at www.Bransonbusiness.blogspot.com. Or follow him on twitter at
www.twitter.com/willoughbytalks
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Janet Ellis
janetellis@krzk.com
Bio:
Janet is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a degree in theatre. She loves the Lord, her family, her great friends, Oklahoma Sooner sports, travel, Broadway musicals and fix-it shows. At the end of the day, she looks forward to spending quality time with her kids; Boomer, Bailey and Punkin. Janet joined Hometown Radio in July 1994
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Eric Marshall
Hometown Radio - Program Director
ericmarshall@krzk.com
Bio:
Eric has over 30 years radio experience. Previous experience includes: KFMR/Fremont-San Francisco, WREC & Rock 103/Memphis, WRVR/Memphis, WSIX/Nashville, Tennessee Radio Network, KIX-104 & Q102/Fayetteville, Ark.
He spent three years working as a Promotion Manager for Giant Records/Nashville.
Other jobs he's done: Real Estate Appraiser, Truck Driver, Golf Cart Attendant, pizza delivery guy, baseball umpire, basketball referee, Life Guard (the great white chair of torture),
Married (Sally Kaucher, the fabulous news babe. Surprised?). 2 sons (Chad & Chris), step-daughter (Tracey). 2 grandchildren.
Fun Facts: Served as an Emergency Medical Technician and First Responder. Served as a Deputy Sheriff (Shelby County/Memphis).
I'm proud of: The Pet Connection at hometowndailynews.com. I'm so glad people are adopting these priceless animals.
Great accomplishment: Manager of City Champion T-Ball team in Fayetteville (it was a true "slice of life")
Hobbies: GOLF! (It's a complete waste of time and money, but I do enjoy it so)
Quote: "In this era of high technology, talent still comes from people"
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Matt Duncan
Production Manager/Afternoons on 106.3 KRZK/Evenings on 100.1 KOMC
mattduncan@krzk.com
Bio:
Matt is married to his best friend Tamerah. With the recent birth of little Carter he now has 6 children who are the lights of his life, and he is the proud owner/operator of Artistry Entertainment Agency, a mobile DJ, mobile sound engineering and audio production service. Matt joined Hometown Radio in October 2003 and was awarded the Certificate of Merit from the Missouri Broadcasters Association as the #2 Small Market DJ in the State of Missouri for 2011. Matt is also a veteran of the US Army. Check out Matt's page on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Matt-Duncan-KRZK/144360825631467 - and don't miss the "Finally Friday Five O'Clock Kickoff Drive Home with the Matt-Man" every Friday at 5:00 P.M. on 106.3 KRZK |
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Scott McCaulley
Sports Director
scottmccaulley@krzk.com
Bio:
Scott McCaulley joined Hometown Radio in 1990, and has been the station's voice of sports ever since. Scott has also served variously in programming roles, and host of the morning show. He currently hosts the KOMC Garage Sale daily as well as the weekly Kitchen Confidence 101 and One on One Programs, as well as keeping tabs on sports for our Branson and Harrison stations. Scott lives in Hollister with wife Karen and their boys (Dogs Gus and Max, Cat Spooky). Scott served as Ward 1 Alderman and Mayor Pro-tem for Hollister from 1997-2011 and also served on the Hollister Park Board, Taney County OACAC Board, Missouri Municipal League Board of Directors, Hollister Founders Day Committee, and Branson Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee. Scott and Karen joined First Baptist Chruch Forsyth in November of 2009 and help coordinate the church's First Impressions Team. Scott also spends time helping to teach and facilitate Bible Study and Connection Group Classes at FBC Forsyth.
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Greg Pyron
Operations
gregpyron@krzk.com
Bio:
Worked with Hometown Radio since 1988 in various on-air, news, and technical capacities. Producer of weekly "Ozark Montain Gems" program, and oversees content on the station's website.
Direct line: 417-690-9259 |
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Josh Grisham
On-Air Personality
joshgrisham@krzk.com
Bio:
Does waiting 11 years for something pay off? YOU BET IT DOES! What began as a conversation of curiosity with then DJ Steve Willoughby in 2000 was revisited in 2011 by taking a chance. Josh Grisham began interning with Hometown Radio learning; ON-AIR protocol, meter readings, recording-up, OMT automation, and commercial production all under the highly intelligent guidance of "The Matt Man" Matt Duncan! After a nerve racking first time live ON-AIR covering for the "Matt Man", Josh quickly settled in and is now enjoying being a part of the regular ON-AIR rotation as the "Officially Licensed Party Host" of the Saturday Morning Big Show with Josh Grisham! Josh thanks Earl's Broadcasting, Steve Willoughby [Station Manager], Janet Ellis, Matt Duncan, Eric Marshall, Greg Pyron, Scott Mcaulley and the rest of the Hometown Radio Family for the warm welcome, training, supportive comments and for giving him opportunity to live the dream he almost gave up on. Josh enjoys everything and makes sure that he doesn't discriminate against any type of food. Expect big things from the Boy-Wonder. TALLY-HO! |
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Monte Schisler
News Director
monteschisler@krzk.com
Bio:
Monte Schisler returns to his roots as News Director. While studying Speech Communications at College of the Ozarks, he worked in the news department and on-air for Hometown Radio back in the early to mid 80's, when the station was located near the Turkey Creek Bridge in Hollister.
His broadcast news career took him to KRES in Moberly, MO; KTTS in Springfield, MO; KY3 in Springfield, MO and KODE in Joplin, MO. He has also freelanced and worked as a stringer for the Missourinet, NPR, ABC Radio, ABC-TV, NBC-TV, and ESPN among other broadcast outlets over the years. Monte's experience also includes working for various theater's and music venue's in the Branson area.
A few years ago he joined Troon Golf to help open Branson Creek Golf Club, then proceeded to travel the world, including Australia and New Zealand, helping open and manage several golf course developments. Most recently Monte spent 6 years in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware at The Peninsula Golf and Country Club, and Ocean Atlantic Sotheby's International Realty. It was there, Monte met and worked with legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus while the "Golden Bear" designed his first private golf course in Delaware, and Monte had the opportunity to caddy for Nickalus during the Grand Opening.
Monte moved back to the Branson area in 2010 and started selling Real Estate for Carol Jones Realtors, where he is still licensed.
He hosted the "5th Quarter" High School Football Postgame Show on KRZK in the fall of 2010, and filled in periodically in the Hometown Radio news department.
Monte rejoined Hometown Radio full-time in mid-February as News Director for KRZK / KOMC / KHOZ and HometownDailyNews.com. Monte was married June 4th to the former Donna Baker, a lifelong Branson resident, and 2nd grade teacher at Branson Elementary West. They reside in Branson.
You can reach Monte direct by email: MonteSchisler@krzk.com or calling the newsroom at 417.690.9241. You can follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ MonteSchisler
Story ideas, news tips, and feedback are always welcome.
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Sally Kaucher
News
sallykaucher@krzk.com
Bio:
Sally joined Hometown Radio in 2006. She is married to Eric Marshall, has 3 kids, 2 grandsons, 2 dogs, and if she has any spare time, she spends it reading.
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Toni Whitted
Office Manager
toniwhitted@krzk.com
Bio:
Born November 4th in Springfield Missouri and raised in the Galena area.
Class of 1979, Galena High School.
Married to Clarke Whitted September 2, 1983.
Three wonderful children, Lindsay, Kristin and Derek!
A resident of Branson since 1990.
Member of and pianist for, Grace Baptist Church in Galena.
Favorite movie is Christmas Vacation.
I enjoy time spent with my family most of all. I also enjoy gardening, home projects and antiques and playing with our three dogs, Nikki, Reuben and Spanky.
My favorite quote is a line from a Sheryl Crow song.
"Happiness.....It's not having what you want it' wanting what you've got"
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Kristen Clemmens
Promotions/Traffic Manager
kristenclemmens@krzk.com
Bio:
Kristen joined Hometown Radio as an intern in January 2006. "It worked out so well they kept me" Still being a devoted Sooner, Kristen loves the Branson life, and considers a day at Silver Dollar City a relaxing get-away. Kristen enjoys working in the children's department at Bridge of Faith Community Church. Her favorite verse is Philippians 1:6 "Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." |
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Lesli Bruce
Administrative Assistant
leslibruce@krzk.com
Bio:
Lesli Bruce was born and raised in Mississippi and moved to Missouri in 2007. She has 3 wonderful children. Amber is a Nursing major, Austin is a Criminology and Business major, and Lauren attends Branson High School. Lesli attends First Baptist Church Forsyth and loves shopping for her granddaughter. |
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Jenny Martinka
Marketing Consultant/Sales Dept.
jennymartinka@krzk.com
Bio:
Jenny started her radio career in MN. in 1986. She enjoys living by the lake with her husband Bill, traveling, gardening, entertaining, spending time with family and friends and enjoying the antics of their 'fur-child', Casper. Their daughter, son-in-law, and two wonderful grandkids still live in Minnesota. Jenny joined Hometown Radio marketing department in June, 1992.
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Harland Reames
Marketing Consultant/Sales
harlandreames@krzk.com
Bio:
Harland joined Hometown Radio in November 2006. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking. Harland's favorite quote is "Failure is only Temporary"
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Kenton Grubbs
Marketing Consultant
kentongrubbs@krzk.com
Bio:
Kenton joined the Hometown Radio sales team in 2007. Kenton has been in sales his entire working career and is also a B2B business owner. His experience in sales, along with being a business owner for over 20 years, gives him excellent insight into helping clients grow their businesses. Call his direct line (417) 690-9248. |
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Jack Walker
Marketing Consultant
jackwalker@krzk.com
Bio:
Jack joined the Hometown Radio staff in July 2007. He has a very strong background in public relations, marketing, and advertising.
His experience as a media buyer gives his clients an additional level of comfort.
Jack has been very active in the community and served in numerous leadership posts with area non-profits, such as the Branson Arts Council, and with national events, like the Olympic Torch Relay.
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Lori Collins
Marketing Consultant
loricollins@krzk.com
Bio:
Lori Collins has been in the radio industry for fifteen years. She started her first radio job in St. Louis, Missouri for the Point, The Rock, and The River. From there she moved to Y98 and then to Georgia where she was the General Sales Manager of eight radio stations. Now she has landed in Branson and is a marketing consultant at Earls Family Broadcasting. She says that she's "enjoying every minute of it." |
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SuAnne Wolff
Marketing Consultant
suannewolff@krzk.com
Bio:
SuAnne's career experiences include professional dance and theatre, touring the U.S. and Europe. Performing with such stars as Andy Williams, Brenda Lee, Pat and Debbie Boone and Patrick Swayze. Her business knowledge, leadership and familiarity in the performing arts give her a unique perspective on Branson. SuAnne's life skills and marketing knowledge will help you grow your business. |
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Shelly Wilcox
Marketing Consultant
shellywilcox@khoz.com
Bio:
Shelly joined Earls Broadcasting in March 2005. She loves traveling!! "I’ve been to Hawaii, Tahiti, all over Europe, China, Australia, Mexico and all over the United States. I'm a firm believer that "God blesses those who bless Him"
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Kim Clark
Marketing Consultant
kimclark@khoz.com
Bio:
I joined Earls Broadcasting July 2009. I am married to Charles Clark; we live on the beautiful Gaither Mountain, just minutes away from my favorite place the Buffalo River. Together we have 7 children ranging in ages 38-19. We enjoy 7 wonderful grandchildren. I love cooking on the weekends in the winter and in the summer I will be at the river. I have pretty much always been in sales, but must say I really enjoy my job. |
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Charita Brashers
Marketing Consultant/Sales
charitabrashers@khoz.com
Bio:
Charita is married with two kids, both girls, both fabulous. Charita joined Earls Broadcasting in 2005. |
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Tracy Boyd-Shank
Inside Sales Account Manager
tracyboyd@khoz.com
Bio:
Tracy was proud to join Earls Broadcasting in July 2010. She enjoys any challenge and loves to be a part of a team. In her spare time she enjoys nature, animals and reading. She has a passion for art of all types and enjoys making projects using several different mediums. Her most precious gift is her family including her son, husband, mother, sisters and her close friends. She loves this quote that reflects her attitude: "The difference between a weed and a flower is simply perception." |
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Matt Wilson
Sales Assistant
mattwilson@krzk.com
Bio:
Matt Wilson graduated from College of the Ozarks with a bachelor's degree in mass communications. He started at Hometown Radio as an intern in August of 2010 and is now the sales assistant. He spends his free time with his wife, Alyson. He likes art and weird music and literature. |
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