‘Chad Taylor’ Zimmerman has exited his role as Director of Programming and Operations for Cumulus Media Des Moines following the elimination of his position.
Taylor also hosted mornings on Country 92.5 KJJY and middays on Classic Hits 103.3 KRUZ Santa Barbara CA and was previously on Westwood One’s syndicated AC format from 2018 until last October. Prior to joining Cumulus Des Moines in 2017, Taylor was Operations Manager for Townsquare Media St. Cloud MN and programmed Community First Broadcasting’s three stations in Spirit Lake IA.
Taylor also was a manager and tour manager for artists including Jordan Knight and Danny Wood from New Kids on the Block, Jeff Timmons from 98 Degrees, and Bryan Abrams from Color Me Badd. He co-wrote Knight’s “Where is your Heart Tonight” and has appeared in multiple VH1 reality shows.
He shared on Facebook, “I am writing to announce that my role at Cumulus Media has been eliminated, a development that I greet with a mix of sadness and anticipation. During my 7.5-year tenure in Des Moines, I have accumulated a wealth of experience and formed lasting bonds with colleagues and friends. As I process this change, I am also excited to discover the new paths that God has laid out before me. Having navigated a 30-year career without facing a similar situation, I am thankful for the outpouring of support and encouragement from my network. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to those who have reached out with kind words and offers of support. I am fortunate to have a robust support system comprising of mentors, friends, and prayer warriors who will provide guidance and encouragement as I embark on this new journey. In the short term, I will focus on exploring new opportunities, including the possibility of launching a podcast and entertaining potential job offers.”
