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Our Team
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Jeff Schmidt, Vice President/Market Manager
Jeff was the very first Market Manager hired by Cumulus when the company began in 1997. A 27-year veteran in the radio industry, Jeff has been “on the air” in small and large markets and has been a successful seller, Sales Manager and now the Market Manager. During his tenure with Cumulus, he has been recognized both internally and externally for outstanding achievements and performances, including being named a finalist for the 2000 “Market Manager of the Year” by Radio Ink Magazine and recipient of the “Outstanding Achievement Award” from the Cumulus in 2003. Jeff’s professional passion is in strategic brand development by helping local businesses achieve recognition as a “great” local brand and sharing that expertise and creativity with his team of talented brand managers and sales strategists. Chuck Mefford calls Jeff the “very best” at development and implementation of BrandsFormation® Strategies for local companies. Jeff is Chairman of the Oshkosh Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors, President of Oshkosh Convention Center Inc., and a Board Member for the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce.
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Radio "George" Hausauer, Director of Sales
He started selling lemonade in front of his parents Fond du Lac house just after he could walk. George Hausauer has been a lifelong salesman. From humble beginnings selling suits, he started in the automotive industry at small independent dealerships and built them up to multi-million dollar operations. At least three times in his automotive career, George took over distressed dealerships and built them to the point that they out grew their current locations and new multimillion dollar buildings were constructed. George built his businesses using the power of radio, so it was only natural in the late 80’s that he earned the nickname “Radio George.” Looking to help other entrepreneurial businesses grow, Radio George joined Cumulus to put his business sense, his love for sales, and his successful selling techniques to work for companies all throughout the Fox Valley.
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Sarah Willett, Key Account Manager
For over 16 years, Sarah Willett has worked long, hard hours for her clients. When a client and I decide to work together, I don't take the relationship lightly, says Willett. ‚ I'm there to help their business grow and pay close attention to the details to help them get there. Many of her clients are extremely loyal and have come to rely on Sarah for out-of-the-box business ideas, as well as creative marketing and script ideas. Sarah is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Radio/TV/Film department. While at the University, she was the General Manager of the college station, WRST, before settling into a long, successful radio career in The Valley, which actually started on-air as an announcer. Her connections run deep in this area, and her knowledge of the local marketplace has helped many of Sarah's clients find new directions in their marketing plan. Sarah values 'continuous learning' by reading and attending seminars on the latest advertising techniques. Sarah has received numerous awards and industry accreditations over the years in advertising and marketing sales as one of the very best in the business. "I couldn't do it without the success of my clients" states Willett. "The best reward I have is when they are happy and watching their business rise to new levels."
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Dan "Skip" Willis, Sales Representative
Skip's radio experience began when he was exposed to the Armed Forces radio and television broadcasting while serving in the U.S. Navy. As a 30-year veteran of radio, he has been doing morning radio for most of his career that has taken him to Minneapolis, Omaha, Tampa, and most recently to WOKY in Milwaukee. In addition to working hard as a morning show host and, at times, a Program Director, he also has been able to manage the General Sales Manager responsibilities for the last 15 years in Milwaukee. Skip has hosted his own television show, has worked as a weekend TV anchor in several markets, has hosted over 20 major telethons, and loves to be involved in the community he lives in. He was born and raised in Minnesota, but is a Packer fan. He is married to his wife Connie for the last 31 years, and has one 21 year old son, Tony, attending college in Milwaukee.
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Jim Peronto, Sales Representative
Jim Peronto has over 36 years of radio experience. The first six years were behind the microphone and the last 30 years have been in radio sales in the Fox Valley and Western counties. Jim is committed to his clients (some who are still on the air with him for 30 years) with his hard work, dedication and service. Jim's breathe of experience in radio advertising and his ability to develop 'thought-out' advertising strategies have helped to make many businesses successful and grow over the years.
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Bill Schultz, Sales Representative
Bill began his radio career at age 17. Throughout his successful career, he has worked on the air, in programming, or in production in Boston, Hartford, Providence, and Manchester, New Hampshire. He realized that he was not going to be a radio super star like Howard Stern or Rush Limbaugh so he decided to pursue radio sales and move to Wisconsin. Twelve years later Bill simply loves it! Dedicated to his clients, Bill believes everyday is a learning experience and there is nothing better then being able to help a business grow and reach their dreams.
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Al Blau, Sales Representative
Al has almost 30 years of radio experience. In 1977, Al started in sales at WLKE and WGGQ radio stations in Waupun. In 1990 WLKE radio became WPKR and the base of operation was moved to Oshkosh. Al stayed on in sales and also did a Helicopter traffic report from 1990 until 2000. This was a tongue in cheek report which became very popular. In 2003 WPKR radio was purchased by Cumulus. Now in addition to WPKR, WOSH, WNAM, WVBO AND WWWX were now available to sell. Al works with clients out west such as in Ripon, Berlin Waupun as well as accounts in Fond du Lac, Oshkosh and Appleton. Al lives in Fond du Lac with his wife Barb and has three sons, two daughters and six great grand kids. In his spare time, Al likes to golf and he also plays guitar in the Whiskey River Band
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Bob Burnell, Sales Representative
"When Bob Burnell get's involved in your advertising things happen...good things! More traffic...more business...more money!". That's what one of Bob's clients had to say about him. Bob is a 20-year radio veteran who brings a passion for what he does to local businesses. Listeners have heard Bob from local ball games down the block all the way to the top of the hour national news. For the past ten years, Bob has been a part of the WOSH Morning News Focus along with making daily morning stops on WNAM and The Fox through the "magic of radio". If your business is ready sit down and map it's marketing future call Bob today.
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Dave Nantais, Sales Representative
Dave joined the Cumulus Appleton/Oshkosh team in October 2008 bringing with him over 20 years of sales experience. Prior to working with Cumulus, Dave worked in the Mortgage Lending Industry for eleven years. Throughout his career, Dave has successfully built strong client relationships, and enjoys exploring the creative side to get the job done. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, camping and golf.
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Lori Fink, Sales Representative
Lori joined the Appleton/Oshkosh Cumulus family in May of 2006. After reviewing her application for receptionist position, Cumulus felt her talents were better suited for an Assistant to the Market Manager and Sales Manager. But her talents don’t end there. Lori has exceptional attention to details which makes her the person to go to when you need something quick and accurate. Lori’s days are very busy assisting multiple sales reps with creating sales proposals, inputting orders, following up with on-air ads, occasionally recording ads, assuming the sales reps duties while they are on vacation, and she can also be seen helping at station events.
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Jennifer Schneider, Sales Representative
Jennifer joins the Appleton/Oshkosh Cumulus family with a passion for helping businesses of all sizes. With a diverse background including manufacturing, technical writing, design, sales and marketing, Jennifer understands the perspective of the business owner. Jennifer recently obtained her Associate’s Degree in Marketing. She has been recognized with various awards including placing 4th in the nation with her team creating an advertising campaign for a local manufacturer. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing through the Lakeland College Adult Learning Center. Driven and determined, Jennifer is one who you want behind your business. “Continuous education keeps me fresh and up-to-date in techniques, statistics and ideas,” says Jennifer, “I am an Oshkosh native and the Fox Valley is my home, together we can build the future of your dreams!”
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Jonathan Krause, Sales Representative
After 13 years On Air, the last ten of which have been here at the Cumulus stations in Oshkosh, Jonathan has transitioned into the Sales and Marketing side of the industry. Jonathan brings the same passion and dedication that he had for news and sports in the Fox Valley to helping his clients achieve success in their business. He believes that consistency and creativity of message make successful clients stand out from the competition. Jonathan and his wife, Michele, married in the spring of 2004 and are looking to adopt their first child. Jonathan is an accomplished amateur golfer and recreational basketball player. He also officiates local high school basketball and softball games.
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