Pat Frisch
About Pat Frisch
Pat Frisch serves as the Program Director and Chief Technology Officer at Cumulus Broadcasting Albuquerque, where he has worked since 1999. He has significantly contributed to KKOB's success, including a record of 55 consecutive #1 books and multiple Marconi Awards.
Work at Cumulus Media
Pat Frisch has served as Program Director and Operations Manager at Cumulus Broadcasting in Albuquerque since 1999. Over the course of 25 years, he has played a significant role in shaping the programming and operations of several stations, including KKOB, KNML, and KTBL. His responsibilities include hiring, coaching, and managing on-air talent, ensuring high-quality content delivery. Frisch also hosts the 1-3 PM slot on KKOB, contributing to the station's programming lineup.
Education and Expertise
Pat Frisch completed his high school education at Cary Grove High School in Cary, Illinois, from 1975 to 1979. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in broadcasting. Frisch's expertise encompasses various aspects of radio programming, including talent management, imaging, writing, and editing, which he applies in his current role at Cumulus Broadcasting.
Background
Frisch has a notable background in radio broadcasting, with extensive experience in programming and operations. Before his tenure at Cumulus Broadcasting, he worked in Nevada for nearly ten years, where he gained recognition for his on-air work. His career has been marked by a commitment to excellence in radio, leading to significant achievements and accolades.
Achievements
Under Pat Frisch's leadership, KKOB achieved a remarkable streak of 55 consecutive #1 books from 2000 to 2014. The station received 12 Marconi nominations from the National Association of Broadcasters and was named one of the top 20 Talk Stations in the country by Radio Ink. Frisch contributed to KKOB winning 4 Marconi Awards, including Talk Station of the Year and Legendary Station. In 2017, he was elected to the Nevada Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame, recognizing his nearly ten years of impactful on-air work in Nevada.