I am the Operations Manager for all six Townsquare Media-Rochester stations. I’ve been in Rochester radio since 1984. In that time I’ve been an on-air talent, Production Director, Music Director, Program Director and now Operations Manager. Radio is my passion. I enjoy working with on-air talent, designing and executing successful promotions with our sales staff and clients and making sure our stations are active in the community both on-the-air and on the streets. As a Rochester native, it’s been great not only to grow up in one of America’s best cities but to also raise my family here as well. I’m a proud dad of three terrific kids…Andy, Kelsey and Logan. My wife Laurie and I are also very involved in our community. In my spare time, I enjoy golfing, bowling, grilling and following my favorite Minnesota sports teams (still waiting on that first Vikings’ Super Bowl trophy).
Brent Ackerman
Honkers Double-Header & Fireworks Tonight
The great Chicago Cubs legend Ernie Banks loved baseball so much that he coined the famous quote "Let's play two" in reference to playing a double-header. The Rochester Honkers will play two tonight as they host the Mankato MoonDogs at Mayo Field. A Fireworks Extravaganza will follow the second game.
Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinics Set For June 10
The annual rabies vaccination clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets sponsored by Olmsted County Veterinarians, Olmsted County Public Health Services, and Rochester City Clerk will be Wednesday, June 10, 2015. Dogs, cats, and ferrets will be vaccinated for only $15 each...
Ronald McDonald House Cans For Kids Day Is Saturday
The Ronald McDonald House of Rochester, Minnesota, in partnership with McNeilus Companies, is requesting donations of aluminum cans and pop tabs for the Cans for Kids Collection Day on Saturday, May 30. All proceeds raised from this recycling event will directly support families with ill children, who call the Ronald McDonald House a home-away-from-home while seeking medical care in Rochester...
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Ronald McDonald House Walk A Success
The first ever Ronald McDonald House Family Walk was a part of this year's Med City Marathon events. Ronald McDonald himself led the walkers on this 2-mile scenic stroll around downtown Rochester. Many of the walkers sported red and white striped socks (just like Ronald wears)...
Minnesota H.S. Choir Makes Viral Splash
Normally when a large group of high school kids take over a hotel pool, there might be cause for alarm from the hotel guests. Not in this case.
ZOOperstars Return To Mayo Field
The Rochester Honkers welcome back the world-famous ZOOperstars! to Mayo Field on Thursday, May 28th. The Honkers host Alexandria at 7:05pm and during the game fans will be entertained by the lovable, zany, unpredictable antics of this traveling inflatable entertainment act...
Do Cops Have Ticket Quotas?
Many Minnesotans are getting ready to head out of town over the Memorial Day weekend and the State Patrol is reminding drivers to be extra cautious on the roads this weekend.
During his weekly "Ask the Trooper" address, Sgt. Troy Christianson of the Minnesota State Patrol was asked about 'quotas'...
Med City Marathon Is This Weekend
The 20th annual Med City Marathon events take place this Saturday and Sunday (May 23-24). The event has grown from a runner only event to a full weekend of fun for people of all ages, runners and walkers. New this year is the addition of the Ronald McDonald family fun walk. 1...
Art On The Avenue Is Saturday
Art on the Ave is an annual spring art fair showcasing local artisans and musicians in Slatterly Park. Art on the Ave is an initiative to promote the arts, encourage walkability and attract Rochester citizens to downtown neighborhoods...
Rochester’s Top 10 Tallest Buildings
Rochester's constantly changing skyline will soon have a new addition. The Rochester City Council recently approved the 24-story Broadway at Center development proposed by Titan Ventures. Construction on the $110 million mixed-use project is expected to begin soon...