Mansfield 103.2’s Managing Director Tony Delahunty was recognised for his work in local radio and throughout the local area at a local awards event.
He picked up a lifetime achievement award at Chad Business Excellence Awards 2024 on 28th November and says he was over the moon to receive such prestigious recognition.
For almost 26 years Tony has been at the helm of Mansfield 103.2 and is the only member of staff who’s been at the radio station continuously since its launch back in February 1999.
Tony, who originally hails from Southport on Merseyside , has worked in radio since the 1980s, following time as a naval officer and head of litigation at a firm of solicitors.
Tony has worked at both the BBC and in the commercial radio sector for many years, moving to Mansfield in 1998 to embark on the longest chapter of his career.
He continues to be the Managing Director of Mansfield 103.2 at the age of 80, which he claims is the new 40.
On receiving the award Tony said: “I’m really proud to have been given this, it’s an honour and I’m delighted. It’s particularly special because it comes from the Chad newspaper.
“As I’ve got older I’ve been at the back watching others at the front here at the radio station doing excellent work and our success is down to all those in the team both past and present. This award is a tribute to those people.
“I’m massively proud that Mansfield 103.2 continues to be one of the most successful small commercial radio stations in the country and we will continue to provide the best service we can for as long as we can, for listeners across Mansfield, Ashfield and Bolsover.”
