Salem Media Announces Leadership Changes After Longtime Executive's Retirement

Val Carolin steps down after over 40 years, prompting promotions for Jason Mosher and Mike Murphy

Feb. 2, 2026 at 12:23pm

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Salem Media Group, a leading media company focused on Christian and conservative content, announced the retirement of longtime executive Val Carolin after more than four decades of leadership. In the wake of Carolin's departure, the company has promoted Jason Mosher to Regional General Manager overseeing the Atlanta and Pittsburgh markets, and Mike Murphy to Regional General Manager adding oversight of the Cleveland market to his existing Twin Cities responsibilities.

Why it matters

Salem Media is a major player in the Christian and conservative media landscape, reaching millions through its radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands. The leadership changes reflect the company's efforts to ensure continuity and position itself for continued growth in key regional markets.

The details

After over 40 years of service, Salem Media's President of Broadcast Media Allen Power praised the retiring Val Carolin's leadership style "built on trust, affirmation, and high standards." To fill the void left by Carolin's departure, the company has promoted two long-time employees - Jason Mosher and Mike Murphy - to Regional General Manager roles overseeing important markets for the company.

  • Val Carolin retired effective January 30, 2026.
  • The leadership changes were announced on February 2, 2026.

The players

Val Carolin

A longtime executive who has led Salem Media for over four decades before retiring.

Allen Power

The President of Broadcast Media at Salem Media, who praised Carolin's leadership style.

Jason Mosher

Promoted from Regional Director of Sales to Regional General Manager overseeing the Atlanta and Pittsburgh markets.

Mike Murphy

Promoted to Regional General Manager, adding oversight of the Cleveland market to his existing responsibilities in the Twin Cities.

Salem Media

A leading media company specializing in Christian and conservative content, reaching millions through its radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands.

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What they’re saying

“Val has become a valued partner for me in his years with Salem. He has led with trust, affirmation, and high standards — a leadership style worth emulating.”

— Allen Power, President of Broadcast Media

What’s next

The leadership changes are effective immediately as Salem Media positions itself for continued growth in key regional markets.

The takeaway

The retirement of a longtime executive at a major Christian and conservative media company has prompted a leadership shakeup, with two long-time employees promoted to oversee important regional markets. This reflects Salem Media's efforts to ensure continuity and position the company for future success in its core content areas.