About Schlesinger Communications, Inc.

Schlesinger Communications, Inc. is an independent, family-owned and operated radio broadcasting company founded in July 2010 in Pennsylvania. The company is led by brothers Jeffry O. Schlesinger, President and CEO, and Mark W. Schlesinger, Vice President and Program Director. With deep roots in the broadcasting industry and a commitment to serving the community, Schlesinger Communications has become a prominent presence in Central Pennsylvania's radio landscape.

In October 2010, Schlesinger Communications acquired two radio stations, 92.1 WSNU and AM 1230 WBPZ, from Lipez Broadcasting Corporation. The FM station was immediately rebranded as WSQV, launching The Valley's Best Rock, a classic rock station that quickly gained a loyal following. WBPZ, founded in 1947, has long been known for its strong community ties and full-service radio programming.

In August 2019, Schlesinger Communications expanded its footprint when the FCC granted WBPZ a full-service FM translator at 96.9, now known as Classic Hits 96.9 WBPZ. This added a fresh dimension to the station's classic hits format and expanded its reach.

The company grew in August 2020, acquiring four radio stations from Magnum Broadcasting. This purchase included:

• 106.9 WQKK Renovo/Lock Haven, the brothers rebranded to WVSQ and began simulcasting with WSQV.
• AM 970 WBLF, along with its translator at 106.3 in Bellefonte, simulcasted with WBPZ to extend coverage across Centre and Clinton counties.
• 105.9 WQCK, an iconic active rock station known as QWiK ROCK since 1969, serving the University Park area.
• March 2024, the WBLF translator at 106.3 was reassigned to 106.5 known as Classic Hits 106.5 WBLF

In 2023, Schlesinger Communications successfully petitioned the FCC to reclaim QWiK ROCK's original call letters, bringing the legendary WQWK brand back to life after over 50 years.

Meet the Founders

Jeffry O. Schlesinger has over 50 years of experience in the radio broadcasting industry, working in all areas of the broadcast field. Before founding Schlesinger Communications, he was employed by several local and regional radio stations in Pennsylvania. A graduate of Cedarville University with a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Communications, Jeffry is a proud Lock Haven High School graduate.

Mark W. Schlesinger has spent over 45 years in the radio industry, specializing in programming and operations. Like his brother, Mark honed his skills at local and regional radio stations before founding Schlesinger Communications. He attended Williamsport Area Community College with a focus on Broadcast Communications and, like Jeffry, graduated from Lock Haven High School.

Jeffry and Mark have built a radio company dedicated to delivering high-quality programming, serving local communities, and preserving the legacy of great radio in Central Pennsylvania.