Salem Media Announces Leadership Appointments in Pittsburgh
Rhea-AI Summary
Salem Media (OTCQX: SALM) announced two leadership appointments for its Pittsburgh market on February 10, 2026. Jason Mosher was promoted to Regional General Manager, adding Pittsburgh to his Atlanta oversight. Dave Cuddihy was named General Sales Manager for Pittsburgh, leading radio and digital sales across WORD-FM, WPGP-AM, WPIT and Salem Surround.
Cuddihy brings more than 20 years of media and advertising experience and local relationships; Mosher has been with Salem six years and has 20+ years of broadcast leadership. Both will focus on growing the local sales team and integrated advertising solutions.
Positive
- Jason Mosher promoted to Regional General Manager overseeing Pittsburgh and Atlanta
- Dave Cuddihy named General Sales Manager with 20+ years of local media experience
- Emphasis on integrated broadcast and Salem Surround digital marketing solutions for advertisers
Negative
- None.
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, SALM gained 14.86%, reflecting a significant positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
SALM was down 2.37% while peers were mixed: CMLS up 1.95%, TMGI up 3.59%, FHLD down 9.28%, others flat. Moves do not indicate a unified sector trend.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 02 | Leadership changes | Positive | -1.5% | Leadership shifts following Val Carolin’s retirement to support growth in key markets. |
| Jan 29 | Programming expansion | Positive | -2.4% | Weekday expansion of “The Real Story” and new co-host on AM 560. |
| Jan 20 | Digital editorial change | Positive | -0.1% | Appointment of Larry O’Connor as Editor of Townhall.com to guide growth. |
| Jan 14 | Executive promotion | Positive | -0.6% | Promotion of Carolyn Cassidy to VP & Regional GM over multiple markets. |
| Jan 05 | New radio program | Positive | +2.5% | Launch of The Jake Underwood Show as a new daily program in Cleveland. |
Recent leadership and programming announcements often coincided with small negative or muted price moves, with only one event showing a modest positive reaction.
Over the past months, Salem Media has focused on leadership promotions and content expansion across markets. Key updates included multiple Regional General Manager promotions, a new Vice President & Regional General Manager, programming changes such as expanding “The Real Story,” and a new daily show in Cleveland. These announcements, dated between Jan 05 and Feb 02, 2026, generally aimed at strengthening market presence, yet price reactions were mostly modest and often slightly negative following these news items.
Market Pulse Summary
The stock surged +14.9% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with Salem’s ongoing focus on operational leadership in key markets. Recent updates, including multiple promotions and programming changes since Jan 2026, largely produced modest price effects. A sharp upside move following this Pittsburgh-focused leadership announcement would contrast with earlier muted reactions and could be sensitive to profit-taking, especially with the stock trading well below its 200-day MA and near its 52-week low.
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
CAMARILLO, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Salem Media (OTCQX: SALM) announced today two key leadership appointments impacting its Pittsburgh market.
Jason Mosher has been promoted to Regional General Manager overseeing the Pittsburgh market in addition to Atlanta. Dave Cuddihy has been named General Sales Manager for Salem’s Pittsburgh radio and digital operations.
Cuddihy, a Pittsburgh native, will spearhead local advertising sales and strategic business development for Salem’s Pittsburgh portfolio, including WORD-FM (101.5 FM), WPGP-AM The Answer (1250 AM), and WPIT (730 AM), along with Salem Surround, the company’s full-service digital marketing division. He most recently served as Publisher of the Latrobe Bulletin and Ligonier Echo in Westmoreland County and brings more than two decades of proven media and advertising leadership, along with deep-rooted relationships throughout the Pittsburgh business community. His appointment strengthens Salem’s commitment to delivering integrated marketing solutions across broadcast and digital platforms.
Allen Power, President of Broadcast Media, commented, “We are excited to combine Jason’s leadership track record at Salem with Dave’s deep market knowledge of Pittsburgh. They are focused on growing our sales team in the market with a commitment to providing outcome-based solutions for advertisers.”
“Pittsburgh has always been about relationships, work ethic, and trust,” Cuddihy said. “I’m proud to be from this area and to work with local businesses as a neighbor who understands how success is built here. One factor that stood out to me in joining the team at Salem Media is that our stations and complete digital portfolio allow us to reach deeply engaged Christian and conservative audiences while delivering modern marketing solutions that drive real, measurable results for our partners.”
Mosher is based in Salem Media’s Atlanta office and will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for multiple markets, including Pittsburgh. Mosher has been with Salem Media for six years and was recently promoted from Regional Sales Director where he led sales efforts for Pittsburgh, Atlanta and Cleveland and brings 20 plus years of broadcast leadership experience, including leadership roles with iHeartMedia and CBS Radio.
“We are committed to growth in Pittsburgh,” Mosher added. “In the near future, we are looking to bring on additional media strategists to build out the local team.”
About Salem Media
Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.
Company Contact:
Publicity@salemmedia.com
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