Major Music Industry Moves: MySeat Media, AEG, Sony Music Nashville Lead Latest Executive Appointments
The music industry continues to evolve with significant personnel changes across major companies. Here's a comprehensive overview of the latest executive moves and appointments.
Portrait of Dave Cool smiling
MySeat Media welcomes Dave Cool as President, bringing 20+ years of industry experience to help artists manage data and engage fans through branded mobile apps.
Key Executive Appointments:
- Mark Posgay joins Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW) as VP of Global Sales
- Andrew Klein promoted to President of Global Partnerships at AEG Presents
- Jodi Dawes named VP of Publicity at Big Machine Label Group
- Annie DeConto elevated to Director of Business Development at Catch Point Rights Partners
- Dan Killian becomes youngest owner at FBMM
Notable Leadership Changes:
- Frank Handy (Peermusic) elected as AIMP National Chair for 2025-2026
- Lexia Thomas joins Activated Events as Director of Artist Relations
- LA Phil extends contracts for Herbie Hancock and Thomas Wilkins
- Christy Holifield appointed as iHeartMedia Greensboro Market President
Sony Music Updates:
- Lauren Kilgore: Senior VP of Legal and Business Affairs
- Dennis Reese: Senior VP of Radio Marketing & Promotion
- Mallory Michaels: VP of Radio Marketing & Promotion
- Taryn Miller: VP of IT Global Copyright & Royalties
- Henry Naldjian: Chief Technology Officer
Additional Industry Moves:
- Tiara Hargrave appointed GM of SLANG under Influence Media
- Melissa Nastasi joins V13 Media Group as Publicity Director
- Dynamic Talent International launches Brand Partnerships Division
- IBMA adds Rebecca Bauer (Marketing Director) and Haley Grimm (Administrative Manager)
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Corporate Leadership Changes:
- David Field steps down as Audacy CEO, Kelli Turner named interim CEO
- Julie Adam promoted to President/CEO of Universal Music Canada
- Mike Chester elevated to GM at Warner Records
- Mom+Pop Music expands to Nashville under Katie Fagan
- Tomás Talarico appointed MD of Warner Music Southern Cone
These appointments reflect the industry's continued evolution and commitment to innovation across all sectors of the music business.
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