A familiar name in the television news industry is making his way back to the Lexington market. Chris Mossman was recently named the new General Manger of WTVQ/ABC36, taking over the position in December 2023.
Mossman returns to the Bluegrass, having previously served as the General Manager of WKYT. With more than 30 years of experience in the television news industry, Mossman brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record.
“I love Lexington and I’m fired up to be coming back,” said Mossman. “We’ve got some great people on the team and we’re going to have some fun.”
Mossman’s leadership experience includes VP/General Manager, National Sales Manager, Television Vice President and Senior VP of Local Media. Mossman brings to WTVQ demonstrated leadership skills, strategic vision, and a passion for delivering quality content to viewers. Mossman takes over the position from Chris Aldridge, whose served as General Manager since 2008.
“When you have an opportunity to bring back a proven winner to a town he and his family loved, you do it,” said Bobby Berry, Chief Operating Officer of Morris Multimedia’s broadcast division. “Chris’s desire to return to Lexington and lead WTVQ is a slam dunk. We are excited for the direction WTVQ is going.”
Mossman’s extensive background in media management will play a pivotal role in guiding WTVQ/ABC36 toward continued success in the ever-evolving landscape of broadcast journalism.
“His knowledge of the market and dedication to excellence make him the ideal candidate to lead our station into the future,” said Miranda Combs, WTVQ’s News Director and former colleague of Mossman. “We are confident that Chris will contribute significantly to our commitment to providing our audience with the highest quality news and entertainment.”
WTVQ/ABC36 is a dual ABC/MyNetworkTV-affiliated television station licensed to Lexington, Kentucky, United States. The station is owned by Savannah, Georgia–based Morris Multimedia.
Charles H. Morris, President and CEO of WTVQ’s parent company, Morris Multimedia, Inc., added, “We are very excited to have Chris Mossman lead our team at WTVQ, especially given his familiarity with the Lexington market area and the local communities, and his extensive body of quality work in network television.”
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