Saga Communications’ Columbus Radio Group has announced the addition of David ‘DaveMan’ Bjorklund as Production Director and night host at Classic Rock “QFM96” WLVQ Columbus.
Bjorklund returns to WLVQ after previously hosting middays at the station from 1994 to 2006. He most recently spent thirteen years at iHeartMedia Columbus where he served as cluster Digital Program Director and co-host of the Mark Blazor Show on News/Talk 610 WTVN. He also hosted afternoons on Classic Rock
“105.7 The Brew” WXZX and tracked for WLLZ Detroit, KZOK Seattle, KFBW Portland, KYRV Sacramento, and WRFX Charlotte.
Columbus Radio Group (CRG) announces today that David “DaveMan” Bjorklund will be joining the staff Monday, September 26, 2022 as Production Director and Evening On-Air Host (7pm – 12am).
Dave had previously spent 12 years (1994-2006) doing mid-days on WLVQ, as well as building his career hosting shows in Detroit, Seattle, Portland, Sacramento & Charlotte.
“Many, many years ago, Qfm96 let a good one get away. I’m thrilled that we had the opportunity to bring DaveMan back home! Not only will Qfm96 listeners get to enjoy that iconic voice again on-air, but we gain an extremely talented veteran broadcaster who truly understands the power of local radio,” said Erik Schmidt, VP/GM of CRG.
Dave added, “QFM96 is epic in Columbus and getting the invite to return home is a dream come true. That combined with the chance to work with the staff at fellow market legend Sunny 95 and the other Columbus Radio Group properties like Rewind and Mix is an incredible opportunity. My sincerest thanks to the CRG management and staff.”
Qfm96 PD Mike Dorsey added, “We couldn’t be happier to welcome Dave to the Columbus Radio Group. When you can add a veteran radio pro to your team, you do it. Dave will be bringing his vast knowledge and creativity to our Production Department as well as taking over evenings (7p-Mid) on WLVQ Qfm96. I consider it a great honor to be able to welcome him back home.”
This story first appeared on radioinsight.com