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Declan Moore named president of WTOP and Federal News Network

Moore will replace Joel Oxley who announced his retirement earlier this year

Washington, DC – August 21, 2026 Hubbard | Media That Connects CEO Ginny Hubbard announced that Declan Moore is the new President/Market Manager for its Washington, DC cluster, which includes the historic WTOP, Federal News Network and the 2060 Digital Washington, DC office.

Moore was most recently Head of International for Wondery, an Amazon company, where he led international strategy and expansion for their audio business across content, advertising, subscriptions and platform distribution. Prior to Wondery, Moore was with National Geographic in Washington, DC for 23 years where he served numerous roles including Chief Media Officer and President, Publishing and Digital Media for National Geographic Society and Chief Executive Officer of National Geographic Partners.

“I’m honored to have the opportunity to build on the extraordinary legacy Joel Oxley has created here in Washington,” commented Moore. “WTOP, Federal News Network and 2060 Digital are exceptional brands with deep connections to the communities they serve throughout the National Capital Region. I’m energized by the opportunity to work with the talented teams here to build on those strengths and help these businesses continue to evolve and grow. I’m also enormously excited to join Ginny and the Hubbard leadership team, whose commitment to impartial, trusted journalism, strong local brands and long-term thinking really resonated with me throughout this process.

Hubbard | Media That Connects CEO Ginny Hubbard added, “We are thrilled to welcome Declan as the next leader of WTOP, FNN and 2060 Digital in Washington, DC. While he has very big shoes to fill following in the footsteps of Joel Oxley, Declan has a strong track record of retaining the essence and legacy of media brands while leading them into the future. He has made it clear that, as a consumer, he has tremendous respect and appreciation for WTOP/FNN and the important service they provide to the local community. We look forward to seeing him work with the exceptional team of professionals at Hubbard | Media that Connects, Washington D.C. on building upon the nearly 60-year legacy of connecting with and serving the local community with local news and information”

A native of Ireland, Moore is a graduate of the University College Dublin and has his MBA from American University in Washington, DC.

About Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc.
Started in 1923, Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc, is an American television and radio broadcasting corporation based in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota. Launched by Stanley E. Hubbard, Hubbard Broadcasting operates radio stations and television stations in ten states. In addition to radio and television stations, other Hubbard Broadcasting companies include the satellite and cable network ReelzChannel, F&F Productions, 2060 Digital and Gamut Podcast Network. For additional information on Hubbard | Media That Connects visit hubbardconnects.com.

Contact: Declan Moore, (202) 531-5270
Ginny Hubbard, (651) 642-4160

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