KVPR morning host Elizabeth Arakelian has been named as the station’s new Director of Radio.
Arakelian will oversee KVPR’s broadcast and digital radio programs and podcasts in her new role.
The big picture: Arakelian joined KVPR in 2021 and has hosted the public broadcaster’s flagship morning news show Morning Edition for the last two years.
- Previously, Arakelian worked for the Turlock Journal and CNBC in New York City, as well as a public relations professional for higher education.
- Arakelian will continue to host Central Valley Daily, KVPR’s local news podcast which is published every weekday.
What they’re saying: “We’re really excited to welcome Elizabeth into this new leadership position at KVPR. Radio is the core of our business and our service to the community. With her background in journalism, analytics and media presentation, she is a great fit for this role,” said KVPR President and General Manager Joe Moore. “Liz is well positioned to help advance KVPR’s mission to bring listeners across our region voices and sounds that inform and inspire.”
- Arakelian said it has been a privilege to deliver the news to listeners and is excited to serve in a more strategic role.
- “I’m also happy to remain involved in our daily news operations as I’ll keep hosting the Central Valley Daily podcast,” Arakelian said. “KVPR is such a valuable resource for the San Joaquin Valley and we’ve seen great community engagement and growth in recent years. I’m looking forward to helping keep our momentum going in this new role.”
