Executive Shifts in Music Industry
Andrew Jenkins is leaving his position as President of the Asia Pacific Region at Universal Music Publishing Group after almost two decades with the organization. During his tenure, he collaborated with artists including The Bee Gees, The Cure, Alanis Morissette, and Tom Waits, and also served as Chair of the International Confederation of Music Publishers.
Jean-Sebastien Permal is transitioning from Sony Music to Warner Music, where he will serve as SVP of A&R, EMEA and Central Europe. He will be responsible for overseeing all frontline A&R activities in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the Netherlands, and Belgium. He has a history of artist development and cross-cultural collaboration, having worked with artists such as Amelie Lens, Dystinct, and Purple Disco Machine, and founded the electronic label Noted Records.
Jeff Stempeck has been appointed VP of A&R and Label Partnerships at Stem, following three years at TikTok’s SoundOn platform focused on signing and developing independent artists. Report Highlights Shifting Priorities at TikTok Regarding Music Industry Relationships He previously held positions at The Orchard and Spotify, accumulating over 15 years of experience in distribution and music technology.
Julie Swidler is departing Sony Music after 18 years as EVP of Business Affairs and General Counsel. She will conclude her role at the end of June to establish her own advisory practice.
Alison Junker and Chris Allen have both been promoted to VP of Artist & Label Relations at Stem. Junker will focus on country and Americana artists, while Allen will handle rock and alternative acts.
Jay Moore is now Chief Investment Officer at Too Lost, after previously serving as VP, Head of Investments at Position Music.
Ollie Fitzgerald has joined WME as Executive, Music for Visual Media, based in London, and will report to Bradley Rainey.
Emma Robinson has been promoted to VP of Partnerships at Merlin, where she has worked since 2018, managing global digital partner relationships with DSPs, social platforms, and AI-driven services.
Grace Watson has been promoted to VP of Commercial Partnerships & Digital at Black River Entertainment, where she has been employed for three years.
Richa Goswami is joining the Pophouse Entertainment Board of Directors, bringing over 25 years of experience in brand development from HSBC, Fidelity International, and Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health.
Melanie Cameron has been appointed Regional Dir. of Business Development for the UK at Sound Royalties, as the company expands internationally.
Basile Beaugendre is now Regional Head of TuneCore, Europe, and Cyrus Chen is Regional Head of TuneCore, APAC. Both will report to Brian Miller.
Ann Sowell has joined Quartz Hill Music Group as Associate Publicist, reporting to VP Natalie Kilgore. She previously completed internships at McNeely Brockman PR and FINN Partners.
Jeremy Gruber has joined Blue Note Entertainment Group as Dir. of Marketing at the new Blue Note LA, coming from Friends at Work.
