Zoe Burdine-Fly

After more than four decades in broadcasting, Zoe Burdine-Fly, Senior Vice President for Connoisseur Media has announced her retirement.  Burdine-Fly, a past MAB Chair, joined then-Alpha Media in late 2021, overseeing  the operations, talent management and the strategic growth of 13 Alpha Media markets, including Amarillo, Bakersfield, Lincoln and Topeka.  Alpha was purchased by Connoisseur in 2025.

Prior to joining Alpha, Burdine-Fly served as Market President/Regional VP at Townsquare, where she led audience engagement initiatives to increase revenue across numerous local markets. She has also held sales and operations management roles at iHeartMedia, Regent Communications and Citadel Broadcasting. Ms. Burdine-Fly graduated from Olivet Nazarene University with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and Broadcasting.

She said, “It was not an easy decision to retire from the industry that I love. I will treasure the friendships and relationships I have built over the years. To those who have taken a chance on me, thank you. To those I have had the privilege to work with over the years, thank you. Working in radio has been a tremendous ride and I have enjoyed every minute of it.”

Connoisseur CEO Jeff Warshaw said, “Zoe’s career in this industry speaks for itself. We appreciate the experience and insight she shared with our team. I personally thank her for her time with Connoisseur Media and wish her a very happy and well-deserved retirement.”

Burdine-Fly leaves the company with the appreciation of her colleagues and a host of meaningful contributions. She leaves behind a legacy of collaboration and respect. Connoisseur Media wishes Zoe a happy next chapter in her life’s journey.