John Cook Named WDIV Local Sales Manager

Graham Media Group’s NBC affiliate WDIV Detroit (DMA 14), today promoted John Cook local sales manager. 

Cook most recently was the station’s national sales manager, a role he took over in 2016. He began his tenure at the station in 2012 when he joined as an account executive before becoming digital sales/new business manager two years later.

As LSM, Cook will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the local sales team and strategy.

Prior to joining WDIV, he spent the previous 17 years in the print industry. As VP for a regional direct mail magazine, he was responsible for market development, client acquisition and team building.

He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Better Business Bureau (BBB), serving Eastern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula.  He also sits on the marketing committee for the Better Business Bureau.

Cook grew up in Tallmadge, Ohio, and is a graduate from the University of Akron.