After 40 years in broadcasting, KPHO-KTVK vice president and general manager Ed Munson is retiring.
Munson will leave his post at the Meredith-owned stations in Phoenix on Sept. 7.
“I am honored to have led the incredible team at CBS5 and 3TV for the past 10 years. We have seen our way through many historic transitions including the creation of Meredith’s duopoly in Phoenix,” said Munson. “I am grateful to everyone here and at Meredith for their support and will miss all of them.”
During his time, Munson oversaw the acquisition and merger of 3TV in 2014 to create the Arizona Family brand.
“Ed has been an outstanding leader for Arizona’s Family and all of Meredith stations,” said Patrick McCreery, president of Meredith Corp.’s local media group. “We are appreciative of Ed’s years of service and contributions to Meredith. He will be missed, but his influence will be felt for years to come.”
Meredith is executing a national search to replace Munson.