Richie Carni has been named Program Director for Bonneville’s “Sactown Sports 1140” KHTK, with the promotion effective March 30.
Carni arrives in Sacramento after nearly nine years with “Denver Sports 104.3 The Fan” KKFN and “ESPN 1600” KEPN, where his responsibilities steadily expanded. He joined the Denver operation in 2017 as a board operator, moved into a producer role, later became executive producer, and was elevated to Assistant Program Director in 2022. Along the way, Carni developed a reputation for blending traditional radio programming with digital and social media sports marketing.
Sacramento SVP and Market Manager Jim Richmond praised the hire, citing Carni’s leadership and track record. “It is such a thrill to get someone of Richie’s talent to join our team at Sactown Sports,” Richmond said. “Richie has proven his value as a leader, talent coach and new media driver in Denver. I am confident that he will lead us to new heights in Sacramento.”
Carni said he is eager to make an impact in Northern California. “I’m excited and honored to join the team in Sacramento,” he said. “Sactown Sports is such an important part of the sports landscape in Northern California. I look forward to helping the team continue to grow our digital presence and bring amazing content to sports fans in Sacramento.”
Carni succeeds Jose Gonzalez, who has been in the PD role since January 2024.