Auburn Network Staff

Mike Hubbard, President
Mail: hubbard@aunetwork.com

Mike Hubbard serves as President of Auburn Network, Inc. A 1983 broadcast journalism graduate of the University of Georgia, Hubbard joined the Auburn Athletic Department staff in January 1984 and served six years as Associate Sports Information Director prior to joining the network.

During his career in athletics, Hubbard has worked closely with two Heisman Trophy winners - Herschel Walker at Georgia and Bo Jackson at Auburn. While at Georgia, he spearheaded the publicity campaign which resulted in Terry Hoage, his college roommate, finishing fifth in the 1983 Heisman balloting.

During his network career, Hubbard has produced and narrated a number of award-winning Auburn Football video productions, and his voice is heard on numerous network radio and television productions.

In November 1998, Hubbard was elected to the Alabama House of Representatives. Rep. Hubbard, a Republican, represents District 79 which includes portions of Auburn and Opelika.

Hubbard's wife, Dr. Susan Hubbard, is a faculty member in Auburn University's School of Human Sciences. They have one son, Clayte, born August 29, 1995.

Jon Cole, Vice President/General Manager
Mail: jcole@aunetwork.com

Jon Cole, the Auburn Network's Vice President for Sales and Production, has been with the network since 1990. Cole, an Auburn graduate, produces all of the network's radio broadcasts, oversees all television production and publishing activities and directs the network's overall sales efforts. During his college career, he was a student assistant in Auburn's Sports Information Office and also worked for ABC-TV in 1989 on the PGA golf series. Cole's wife, Lisa, is a conference facilitator for the Auburn University Hotel and Conference Center. They have one daughter, Alison.

Rod Bramblett, Director of Broadcast Services
Mail: bramblet@aunetwork.com

As Director of Broadcast Services, Bramblett is responsible for coordination of all network broadcast productions and projects. He also directs the network's affiliate relations efforts with the over 70 radio stations and oversees the activities of the network's state-of-the-art production studio. Rod hosts the network's weekly call-in show Tiger Talk. Bramblett is a familiar voice to Auburn Network listeners as he serves as the lead play-by-play announcer for all Auburn Tiger baseball radio broadcasts and studio host for the network's men's basketball broadcasts. A 1988 Auburn graduate, Bramblett grew up in Valley, AL. His wife, Paula, is a computer programmer/analyst in Auburn University's Division of Computing. They have one daughter, Shelby.

Brad Harris, Webmaster
Mail: bharris@aunetwork.com

Brad Harris coordinates development and maintenance of the Auburn Network's website and handles studio production duties for Auburn Network football broadcasts. Harris, originally from Lithia Springs, GA, is a 1999 graduate of Auburn University with a degree in Public Relations.

Tracy Ledbetter, Receptionist
Mail: ledbetter@aunetwork.com

Tracy Ledbetter serves as receptionist for Auburn Network. She is responsible for maintaining all office operations and directing information appropriately. Ledbetter also acts as affidavit manager for WANI as well as assistant to Rep. Hubbard concerning various legislative correspondences. A native of Alexander City, she is married to Eddie, who is employed by Uniroyal.

Evie Simpkins, Director of Administration & Merchandise
Mail: simpkins@aunetwork.com

Evie Simpkins, a native of Eufaula, AL, is the network's Director of Merchandising and is responsible for the coordination of the company's diverse merchandising activities and new product development. Simpkins, a former educator, served as a speech pathologist and learning disabilities teacher for seven years prior to joining the network. She is a 1989 Auburn graduate and earned a Master's degree in 1992, also from Auburn. Simpkins serves on the board of directors of the Lee County Auburn Club.

Patrick Tisdale, Assistant Engineer
Mail: tisdale@aunetwork.com

Patrick Tisdale serves as Assistant Engineer for the Auburn Network. His responsibilities include acting as a studio engineer for basketball, baseball and Tiger Talk broadcasts as well as on-site engineer for football broadcasts. Originally from Opp, AL, Tisdale is currently pursuing a degree from Auburn University in physics.

Steve Witten, Director of Marketing
Mail: witten@aunetwork.com

Steve Witten is the Auburn Network's Director of Marketing and is responsible for media sales and event sponsorships, as well as development and implementation of all marketing efforts. Witten earned his bachelor's degree from Clemson University and a master's degree from Ohio University. Prior to joining the Auburn Network, Witten served as Director of Marketing and Promotions for the Georgia Southern University Athletic Department. His wife, Beth, is a customer service manager for McClendon Trucking in LaFayette, Alabama.

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