About Riverbend Media Group
WHO WE ARE
Riverbend Media Group is a company that focuses on multimedia production, content creation, and media services. We specialize in creating compelling visual and audio content across various platforms, including music channels, digital media, podcasts, events, and outdoor.
Our team consists of experienced professionals in the fields of audio creation, video production, graphic design, and digital marketing. We pride ourselves on our creativity, innovation, and dedication to delivering high-quality results that exceed our clients' expectations.
Our mission is to help businesses, organizations, and individuals effectively communicate their message and achieve their goals through the power of media. We strive to be a trusted partner for our clients, providing them with personalized service, attention to detail, and a passion for excellence in everything we do.
MEET OUR TEAM
Jade Davis
Operations Manager
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Andrea Smith
AP & Compliance Director
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Star Griggs
Traffic Director, AR Director & Graphic Designer
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Josh Tielor
Brand Ambassador - KLCE
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Justin Pierce
Brand Ambassador - KTHK
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Katie Lee
Brand Ambassador - KFTZ
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Brenden Peach
Brand Ambassador - KCVI
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Chantel Tielor
Morning Show Co-Host
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Jay Hildebrandt
Host of Sunday Blessings & Sunny 97
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Jacob Woolman
Marketing Consultant
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Daniel Kemer
Marketing Consultant
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Kyler Coles
Marketing Consultant
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Tyler Ludlow
IT Assistant & Web Dev
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Melissa Greenhalgh
Sales Assistant
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Jill Garriss
Traffic Assistant
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Emma Johnson
Operations Assistant
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Maddie Kidd
Marketing Assistant
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Bill Fuerst
General Manager
Bill joined Riverbend in June of 2015. He has been in the media business since 2001. Originally from Cincinnati, he is a big Bengals and Reds fan. In addition to working in Cincinnati, he has also worked in Colorado Springs, Colorado and Mobile, Alabama. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, gardening, playing with his two dogs, Scout and Rose, camping, and serving people through his church and community.
Jade Davis
Operations Manager
Jade joined Riverbend in June of 1998. Jade has done everything in the programming department at Riverbend: on-air, production, programming management, and finally overseeing all operations. Jade was just 17 years old when he started at Riverbend. He’s an outdoorsman and loves spending time with his wife and two sons. He also knows his way around a barbeque and smoker.
Jay Miller
VP of Sales
Jay joined Riverbend in July of 2018. He enjoys working with businesses of all sizes to develop winning advertising campaigns. The most important things in his life are his wife and two children. His passions outside his family consist of running ultra marathons and serving in various capacities with his church, men's groups, and political groups.
Andrea Smith
AP & Compliance Director
Andrea joined Riverbend in October of 2011. Andrea started at Riverbend as an executive assistant. Now she is a department head overseeing accounts payable, Public Inspection Files, and onboarding new employees. Andrea is happiest during Major League Baseball season, watching Ohio State football, spending time with her family, and working in her garden.
Star Griggs
Traffic Director, AR Director & Graphic Designer
Star joined Riverbend in March of 2020. Her career started at the beginning of a worldwide pandemic. She has been promoted multiple times and is now our traffic and accounts receivable director, as well as our graphic designer. Her passion comes to life with the material she creates, and she is dedicated in everything she does. In her free time, she loves to spend time with family and friends and enjoys movie nights with her husband and two fur babies.
Viktor Wilt
Music Director
Viktor joined Riverbend in August of 2008. He is the music director of our 12 music channels and also the morning show DJ on KBear 101. He enjoys content creation in areas from music composition to video production. Viktor is very talented and knows how to connect with his audience. He is a father of two and a life-long Idaho resident. He enjoys playing guitar, video games, going to concerts, and the outdoors.
Josh Tielor
Brand Ambassador - KLCE
Josh joined Riverbend in November of 2021. He has been on the radio in East Idaho since 2001 and currently hosts Wake Up Classy 97 alongside his wife, Chantel. He was born and raised in Idaho Falls and grew up spending a lot of time in the Idaho wilderness. He loves fly fishing and fly tying, camping, hiking, backpacking, and all the outdoor adventures he can pack into any given weekend. He is a husband and the father of two children and a little Jack Russel.
Justin Pierce
Brand Ambassador - KTHK
Justin Pierce joined Riverbend in July of 2018. He came from eastern Washington where he was working in the automotive industry. His first experience in radio was at Spokane Falls Community College. Despite his love for rock music, JP found himself working in country radio and fell in love with the format. He grew up riding BMX bikes and fighting forest fires. He enjoys bowling and is a proud dad to his son, Blake, and stepdad to his roommates’ dogs, Piper and Moose.
Chantel Tielor
Morning Show Co-Host
Chantel joined Riverbend in November of 2022 after she co-hosted with her husband, Josh, one morning to launch Classy Christmas Music and has been his co-host ever since. She hails from Burley, Idaho and enjoys flowers in the spring and spending time exploring and relaxing in the great outdoors of Idaho. Beyond the microphone, Chantel is the nurturing mother of two young adult children and has a deep love for family, creating a life rich in adventure, love, and meaningful connections.
Jay Hildebrandt
Host of Sunday Blessings & Sunny 97
Jay joined Riverbend in May 2023. He was the weeknight news anchor for 35 years at KIFI Local News 8 in Idaho Falls before retiring in 2019. Riverbend was proud to bring Jay out of retirement to work with us on Classy 97’s Sunday Blessings, as well as our digital station Sunny 97. His interests include videography, music, theater, pickleball, watching Hallmark movies and “The Voice” with his wife, Sally, and spending time with his 23 grandchildren.
Jacob Woolman
Marketing Consultant
Jacob joined Riverbend in December of 2018. As a former business owner himself, he has a passion for helping businesses be successful. He met his beautiful wife, Erin, when they both attended Sonoma State University. They moved to Idaho Falls in 2014 and haven’t looked back. Jacob is the father of three wonderful children, including a set of twins. He enjoys watching and playing sports with his kids as well as coaching youth baseball.
Daniel Kemer
Marketing Consultant
Daniel joined Riverbend in November of 2018. He is driven to develop creative advertising campaigns. He has a great attitude and his clients love him. While not at the office, Daniel enjoys long walks on the sandy beaches of Rigby Lake with his wife, four children, and all their stuffed animals. He loves anything that has to do with the outdoors and food. Daniel secretly hopes to work on a film production set someday.
Tyler Ludlow
Digital Consultant
Tyler joined Riverbend in September of 2023. He is passionate about creating result-driven digital marketing strategies using modern targeting techniques for business owners. Outside of work, Tyler enjoys spending time with his wife and dog in the mountains, kayaking, snowboarding, rock climbing, and hiking throughout the beautiful Northwest.
Melissa Greenhalgh
Sales Assistant
Melissa joined Riverbend in March of 2023. She originally came to southeast Idaho for college, then moved back to Idaho seeking a change of scenery. She serves as sales support and is a rock star podcaster and creative developer. Melissa is a bright and resourceful team member. In her free time, Melissa enjoys serving her church, creative writing, playing guitar, and hiking.
Katie Lee
Brand Ambassador - KFTZ
Katie joined Riverbend in July of 2014. Working in radio is a perfect fit for Katie since she considers sharing music and stories with others a love language. Her family calls her “The Walking Jukebox” because her brain is 90% song lyrics and 10% taco truck locations. Katie grew up on a cattle ranch. When she’s not working the family ranch, you will find her on her Harley or spending time with her dog, Nyx.
Kyler Coles
Marketing Consultant
Kyler joined Riverbend in May of 2024. He had previously worked in sales and joined and served in the United States Marine Corps when he was 17. Outside of work, Kyler enjoys golfing, anything outdoors, and spending time with his family.
Emma Johnson
Operations Assistant
Emma joined Riverbend in May of 2024. One thing that brings her the most joy is editing; whether it be audio, video, or writing, she loves the challenge. Other pastimes include reading, eating chocolate, and dancing in the kitchen. A Washington native, she moved to Idaho seeking education and stayed because she fell in love.
Jill Garriss
Traffic Assistant
Jill joined Riverbend in January 2022. Jill is adept at keeping operations running smoothly and driving results. Beyond the workplace, she has raised three successful young adults and enjoys being part of their lives. Jill brings a unique blend of efficiency, determination, and nurturing care to both her professional and personal spheres, ensuring success in every endeavor.
Brenden Peach
Brand Ambassador - KCVI
Brenden joined Riverbend in February of 2021. He is better known as Peaches on the air, and you can catch him in the afternoons on KBear 101. Peaches grew up in Seal Beach, California playing basketball until his sophomore year of college. He then went on to graduate from Cal State Fullerton where he majored in Radio-TV-Film. Brenden moved to Idaho Falls to allegedly be the "tallest radio DJ in the country."
Madison Kidd
Marketing Assistant
Maddie joined Riverbend in July of 2024. Fresh out of high school, she has a deep passion for media production, which has earned her national recognition for her talents. Born and raised in Idaho Falls, Maddie grew up listening to Riverbend’s radio stations, making her role here particularly special. Outside of work, you can find her working on personal projects, spending time with her friends, and giving back to her community.
