General Sales Manager
WXMI Grand Rapids, Mich.
Stephanie has been with WXMI FOX 17 for three years. She currently holds the title of General Sales Manager; prior to her current role she served as Local Sales Manager. Her team attained the station record in new direct business development in 2011, finishing just under one million dollars. Prior to working in the television industry Stephanie worked for 6 years in radio. Starting her radio career in Virginia Beach, Va. with Max Media and continuing on as a Regional Account Executive for Clear Channel Radio Space Coast, Melbourne, Fl. She led the Clear Channel team in new direct business and the creation of NTR opportunities.
Stephanie holds an AA degree in Business Administration from Kalamazoo Valley Community College, and has also completed Marketing/Management course work at Old Dominion University and Grand Valley State University. She serves as an active member of The Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce and is a member of the AAF.
Stephanie is married to her husband John who is also a marketer of sorts; together they have a three year old daughter named Gabrielle. When she is not busy networking, or working, she enjoys family outings, recreational softball, tennis and taking frequent weekend trips to the beaches of Lake Michigan.