Nathan B. Stubblefield Foundation adult alternative WMNF Tampa (88.5) has appointed Alex Worthey its new General Manager, effective Nov. 2. Worthey will take on responsibility for the station’s operations, organizational strategy, financial sustainability and community engagement.
Worthey has spent more than two decades working in public radio and TV, commercial radio and digital media, with experience in leadership roles as well as in talent development and mentoring emerging media professionals.
Worthey comes to WMNF from North Carolina Central University jazz station WNCU Durham (90.7), where he served as Program Director, following management and on-air work at University of Central Florida jazz WUCF) Orlando (89.9, and as Content Coordinator at WEDU-TV PBS in Tampa, where he oversaw digital content strategy.
“Worthey brings a wealth of knowledge, fresh perspectives and a strong commitment to community-focused media,” WMNF’s new release says. “His vision includes expanding local news and public affairs coverage, strengthening community partnerships, elevating WMNF’s diverse music and cultural programming and embracing digital platforms and multimedia storytelling to connect with the next generation of listeners. As WMNF continues its mission of delivering independent journalism, diverse music and programming that reflects the voices of Tampa Bay, Worthey’s arrival marks an exciting opportunity to build on the station’s legacy and explore what’s possible next.”
Worthey succeeds Randi Zimmerman, whose served as WMNF’s GM since 2022.
“Ms. Zimmerman has been WMNF’s rock over the last five years, leading us through the end of COVID, political uncertainty and massive state and federal funding losses,” Nathan B. Stubblefield Foundation Board of Directors President Austin E. Craven says. “Our position would likely not be as strong as it is today without her expertise at the helm. Mr. Worthey stands poised to build on that stability. I am confident that his infectious energy and attitude, along with fresh ideas and perspective, will catapult WMNF into the future, and I look forward to working with him for years to come.”
Worthey adds, “I’m honored to return to Tampa Bay and have the opportunity to lead WMNF, [which] has built an extraordinary legacy of connecting people through music, information and community service. My first priority will be to listen to our staff, volunteers, listeners, supporters and community partners, and work together to build upon that foundation while positioning the station for its next chapter.”