Jody Brooker-Thompson

Sales Manager | Broadcast & Digital Media Leader

Jody Brooker-Thompson brings three decades of media expertise to her role as a sales leader, specializing in high-impact broadcast and digital strategies. Her track record includes managing the operations of three radio stations and five dynamic digital platforms, helping businesses connect with their audiences through creative, forward-thinking advertising solutions.

Jody’s influence shapes both provincial and local business communities. She champions industry growth as the Conference Chair for the Ontario Association of Broadcasters (OAB) and has previously guided local organizations as President of both the Belleville District Chamber of Commerce and the Women’s Sales & Advertising Club of Quinte. Sharing her wealth of knowledge, she has also shaped future talent as a Part-time Media Sales Professor at Loyalist College.

Driven by a love for radio, digital innovation, and collaborative teamwork, Jody is focused on driving client success and leaving a lasting positive footprint in her community. 
613-969-5555 or ✉️ jodybrooker@mix97.com

With 17 years of experience in the airline industry, as an Inflight Customer Service Manager, Kerry fully understands and appreciates the importance of excellent customer service. This gal loves dealing with people, and it shows.

With 5 years experience as a Marketing Associate at a successful marketing and advertising agency, plus 10 years of experience as an Account Executive in radio sales, Kerry has a strong grasp on brand expertise, radio, and digital marketing today.

Kerry is active in her community and a past Director on the Quinte Home Builder Association's board. She resides in Prince Edward County and keeps busy with her family, including 6 boys, 3 grandchildren, and 4 grandpups!

Kerry is passionate about everything that she does in life; when it comes to you and your business, she will commit 110%. From the overall planning of creative campaigns to sourcing new concepts and fresh ideas, you can be confident that she will come up with a revenue-generating plan to help elevate your business, right where it belongs, top of mind!  

To Contact Kerry click here: kerry@mix97.com

Cassandra Bonn
Marketing Strategist

With over 30 years of experience, Cassandra Bonn has a passion for radio broadcast and digital marketing and is a seasoned professional.

Career Highlights:

Started her career at Canada’s smallest marketing communications company and rose to become a senior account manager at Cossette Marketing Communications (Toronto).

Worked on national accounts such as General Mills, Pillsbury, Hewlett Packard, Maple Leaf Foods, Gillette Canada, Walt Disney Canada, Girl Guides of Canada, Canadian Aids Society, and Mother’s Against Drunk Driving.

Founded her own marketing consulting business, The Market Place, in 2002, which later became Engine Communications Inc., a full-service branding company, in 2006. Sold Engine Communications in 2008 to focus on her family. Joined the Quinte Broadcasting Sales Team in 2009 and has been a top performer ever since.

Awards and Recognitions:

YMCA Peace Award, 2023

Community Champion Award, MP Ryan Williams, 2023

Enrichment Centre for Mental Health Award Recipient, 2022

Community Service Award, Ontario Association of Broadcasters, 2021

Best in Class Sales Award, Ontario Association of Broadcasters, 2019

Horizon Award Winner, Trenval BDC, 2004 

Cassandra lives in Belleville with her husband Kris, daughter Grace, and son Fraser. She is committed and actively involved with the community, supporting various causes and organizations. She loves helping businesses, big and small, thrive. Radio advertising allows businesses to personify their brand and speak openly and directly to listeners, giving them an interactive experience that truly defines who you are and what you have to offer.

For a free 1 hour marketing consultation, contact Cassandra at: cassandra@mix97.com

Terri-Leigh Coughlin
Marketing Strategist

Terri-Leigh approaches her work with a customer-focused selling style.  With over 10 years of experience in sales and customer service, she has the tools and knowledge to leverage industry trends, innovative ideas and customer needs to create products that will take her clients to the next level in their business. Terri-Leigh enjoys helping her clients identify their opportunities in advertising and creating a marketing message that will attract consumers. 

As a mom of two busy children, she understands that the business world is no longer a 9 to 5 world. Terri-Leigh works to adapt to the needs of her clients by utilizing innovative new ways to reach out and engage with her clients
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Watching businesses grow substantially after using radio advertising has filled her with a passion to share this opportunity with other businesses in the Quinte area! Let's work together to create an effective advertising campaign…and have a little fun along the way!

To Contact Terri-Leigh click here:Terrileighcoughlin@mix97.com  

David Pickett
Marketing Strategist

David is a radio advertising and marketing specialist at Quinte Broadcasting.
He has over 10 years of experience in radio advertising, marketing and business. He helps local businesses reach their target audiences through engaging and effective radio ads.

David also has a wealth of experience in owning and operating small businesses, which gives him a unique insight into his clients’ needs and challenges. He knows how to use radio as a powerful marketing tool and how to evaluate the impact and outcome of radio campaigns. He works closely with his clients to design customized radio advertising solutions that fit their needs and budget.

He also collaborates with the talented team of Quinte Broadcasting to produce high-quality radio content that showcases the local community.

David has a lot of creative tools in his tool belt to assist businesses in various aspects of business. He is always ready to offer his expertise and advice to help his clients achieve their objectives and grow their brand awareness.

David lives in the country north of Belleville with his wife and three boys, where he enjoys the peace and quiet of nature.

If you are looking for a radio advertising and marketing specialist who can help you grow your business and connect with your customers, contact David Pickett today.

To Contact David click here: davidpickett@MIX97.com

Joel Vanderlaan 
Marketing Strategist
Joel brings a strong background in communications, digital media, marketing, and content creation to Quinte Broadcasting. With experience developing advertising partnerships, creating engaging content, and building strong relationships within the community, Joel is passionate about helping local businesses grow through effective marketing and storytelling.

Joel has experience in media relations with the Belleville Senators and lives in Quinte West with his family and fiancée. He also provides coverage of Junior A hockey with the Trenton Golden Hawks, combining his passion for sports with his experience in media and communications.

Joel enjoys meeting new people, building relationships, and finding creative ways to help businesses tell their stories and connect with their audiences.
To contact Joel, email Joel@Mix97.com