Richard Ferguson of Westport retired in May 2006 after more than 40 years in radio. He served as Chief Operating Officer and later as Executive Vice President of Cox Radio starting in April 1997 when Cox acquired NewCity Communications, a radio group he co-founded and led as President/Chief Executive Officer. Dick was a member of the Cox Radio Board from 1997 through 2006, and continues to consult Cox Radio on acquisitions and strategic planning. During these years, he has also served multiple terms as Chairman of the National Association of Broadcasters. Prior to founding NewCity Communications, he was president of the Katz Broadcasting Company.
