The station group brings him in from KTBC Austin, Texas, to lead KSAZ and KUTP following Mark Rodman’s retirement after 24 years with Fox Television Stations.
Michael Lewis Named GM Of Fox’s Phoenix Duopoly
Michael Lewis today was appointed senior vice president and general manager of the Fox duopoly in Phoenix, which consists of KSAZ (Fox) and KUTP (MNT). He assumes this position effective January 2023, reporting to Jack Abernethy, chief executive officer of Fox Television Stations. Lewis will succeed Mark Rodman, who has been with the Fox Television Stations for 24 years and who announced his retirement today.
Mark Rodman is retiring after 24 years with Fox Television Stations.
In making the announcement, Abernethy said: “We would like to thank Mark for his dedication to Fox and congratulate him on a seasoned career of consistent success across multiple markets. It is always fortunate when succession planning allows for the best candidates to come from within, and Mike is a longtime Fox leader who will build upon the tremendous strength of our Phoenix duopoly.”
Rodman said: “The past 24 years with Fox Television Stations have been the highlight of my career. I am especially grateful to have worked with an extraordinary group of people under the leadership of Jack Abernethy. I know I am leaving the station in the right hands by passing the torch to Mike, whom I trust to continue the tradition of excellence, just as he did in Austin.”
Lewis has been with the Fox Television Stations for 20 years. Most recently, he was senior vice president and general manager of KTBC Austin, Texas, since 2011. Prior to that, Lewis was VP-sales manager of KRIV-KTXH Houston, and before that he served in the same role at WHBQ Memphis.
Earlier, Lewis was a local and national sales manager at WTTG Washington.
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He is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists. In 2016, Lewis was named General Manager of the Year by Broadcasting & Cable magazine. A graduate of The College of Saint Rose, he holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration.
Lewis added, “It was an honor to lead the incredible team at KTBC and it is now a dream come true to be named the new general manager of these powerhouse Phoenix stations. I can’t wait to get started.”
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