I am the Operations Manager for all six Townsquare Media-Rochester stations. I’ve been in Rochester radio since 1984. In that time I’ve been an on-air talent, Production Director, Music Director, Program Director and now Operations Manager. Radio is my passion. I enjoy working with on-air talent, designing and executing successful promotions with our sales staff and clients and making sure our stations are active in the community both on-the-air and on the streets. As a Rochester native, it’s been great not only to grow up in one of America’s best cities but to also raise my family here as well. I’m a proud dad of three terrific kids…Andy, Kelsey and Logan. My wife Laurie and I are also very involved in our community. In my spare time, I enjoy golfing, bowling, grilling and following my favorite Minnesota sports teams (still waiting on that first Vikings’ Super Bowl trophy).
Brent Ackerman
A Townsquare-Rochester Trick Or Treat
There's nothing better than when the whole office participates in a fun activity...such as Halloween. My co-workers and I decided to dress up as a group for Halloween and chose a 'Wizard of Oz' theme.
I think we pulled it off. We've got the flying monkeys, bad and good witches, lollipop kid, Wizard, yellow brick road, Toto, Dorothy, Lion, Scarecrow and Tin Man...
RPSF Presents ‘Boo Fest At The Creek’
The Rochester Public School Foundation presents the first annual indoor Halloween trick or treating event, 'BooFest at the Creek', on Halloween (Sat Oct 31) from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.. Willow Creek Middle School will transform into a Halloween carnival offering crafts and activities at booths perfect for Pre-K through 8th grade attendees...
Blow Away Leaves With A Drone
Fall is my favorite season. There are so many things to love about fall: football, crisp air, carving pumpkins, beautiful colors, pumpkin pie, caramel apples, sweaters and hot chocolate.
But there is one thing I dislike about fall and that's raking leaves...
Marco Rubio’s Clever Pre-Debate Video
The 2016 Presidential election is still over a year away, but the debates and campaigns are already in full swing. A year ago, who would have thought we'd be talking about people like Donald Trump, Dr. Ben Carson and a guy named Bernie Saunders running for the highest office in the land...
Twins To Renovate Centerfield Seating
On the same day that Twins great Torii Hunter announced his retirement from baseball, the Minnesota Twins unveiled plans for some renovations of Target Field. The ballpark is just five years old, but the Twins have plans for a two-part centerfield redesign which will include new multi-level fan gathering spaces...
Elton John Tribute Benefits Boys & Girls Club
Live Lounge 2015 is a tribute concert like no other! Join acclaimed musician Paul Scott and his friends for a night of vintage ELTON JOHN classics at the Rochester Golf & Country Club on Friday, October 30th! Doors open at 7p and music starts at 8p. Ov...
Baby Owl Dances With Stuffed One
With Halloween just a week away, I'm 'talon' you, this video is a 'hoot'!
Check out Oakley the baby owl getting ready for the big day by dancing to "Monster Mash" with his singing stuffed owl friend (because he doesn't want to be 'owl by himself')...
History Center of Olmsted County Presents Adult Scavenger Hunt
Have you ever heard of an 'Adult Scavenger Hunt'? The History Center of Olmsted County is holding its 2nd Annual Scavenger Hunt this Saturday (October 24th) from 1 to 4pm. This event, open to anyone 21 and older, starts at the History Center and continues as people search restaurants, bars and other area attractions...
Puppy Finds A Way To Avoid Stairs
This might be the smallest puppy I have ever seen. While I'm sure that one day he will grow up to be a very strong and brave dog...today is not that day.
The puppy's biggest challenge is to figure out how to avoid going down the stairs...
Rochester Civic Theatre’s Americana Showcase Presents ‘The Accidentals’
The Rochester Civic Theatre’s Americana Showcase concert series is proud to present The Accidentals, with special guests The Shift and Amanda Grace, on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.
Two girls, three years, two albums, two movies scored, thirteen instruments, fifty original songs, seven hundred live shows, thousands of fans...