"Mark has led the charge to bring our entertainment products, specifically Urban/CHR programming, to audiences around the country," said Dennis Green, Westwood One EVP Affiliate Sales. "The energy and enthusiasm Mark has brought to our team these past five years has been invaluable."

"Mark has been instrumental in developing and growing our CHR, Rhythmic and Urban products at Westwood One," said Max Krasny, Westwood One SVP and GM Entertainment. "We are very proud to have someone with his knowledge and industry status in this important position."

Wilson joined Westwood One in 2005, as Regional Manager, Affiliate Sales, and was quickly promoted to Senior Director, Affiliate Sales, where he oversaw the distribution of all Westwood One Urban and CHR properties. Prior to Westwood One, Wilson held the positions of Marketing Director at Ruff Ryders/Interscope Records and Product Manager at Bad Boy/Arista Records.