Pacific Media Group welcomes Tammy Mencel as Oʻahu Radio General Manager

Tammy Mencel has joined Pacific Media Group (PMG) as the company’s new General Manager of Honolulu Radio Operations. Mencel is a resident of Oʻahu, calling Hawaiʻi Kai home for the past 10 years.

She most recently served as Publisher and Market President for Pacific Business News and prior to that, held a similar role at the Minneapolis/St Paul Business Journal. Combined, Mencel has 25 years of leadership experience in media as well as over 10 years in retail management.

With a strong background in media management and sales as well as deep connections in the business community, Mencel is sure to help PMG develop new community relationships.

“It is our pleasure to welcome Tammy to the PMG Team,” said Chuck Bergson, Chief Executive Officer, President and Director of Pacific Media Group. “Her deep expertise in media, combined with her proven leadership and strong connections in the Honolulu market, will greatly strengthen our company and help drive our success.”

“Tammy Mencel is a proven media professional and business leader here, in Hawaiʻi,” said Jack Dugan, Chief Operating Officer of Pacific Media Group.  “I am grateful to have Tammy join us as we serve the community and push forward with our mission for Hawaiʻi.”

Mencel officially started her new position on May 20, 2025.

“I am truly honored to be joining such a talented and passionate team that has built a strong reputation across Hawaiʻi’s media landscape,” said Mencel.  “I bring a background in media, leadership, and business growth, but what really excites me is working alongside great people who care about making an impact.”

An entrepreneur at heart, Mencel recognizes opportunities to create new business partnerships, while maintaining and growing existing ones.

“PMG’s reputation for local connection, creativity, and community focus is what drew me here,” she said. “I’m grateful to be joining such a talented and passionate team and am excited for all we’ll accomplish together.”

In the community, Mencel has served as a mentor with the Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi, is a member of the Hawaiʻi Publishers Association, and the Air Force Civilian Advisory Council.  

*Editor’s note: Pacific Media Group is the parent company of Maui Now.