Peter Kerridge (Chief Executive)

Peter became a Christian aged seven and began his broadcasting career with Metro Radio, before reading Theology at Oxford University and training for the Baptist Ministry. He was soon handed the post of Associate Minister at Avenue Baptist Church in Southend-on-Sea and began freelance presenting at Essex Radio, before become the station’s Religious and Community Affairs Manager. Peter then worked with a Harlow community group to develop a local licence bid that resulted in the launch of ten17 FM. He was put in charge of Radio Development for the Essex Radio Group and prepared a licence application for Vibe FM in East Anglia. Peter was made Managing Director of Premier in 1996 and then Chief Executive in 2004. He is married to Karen, has two sons, and enjoys reading, following Newcastle United FC and sleeping!