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He will be based in the organization\u2019s Nashville office.<\/p>\n<p>Schuon succeeds <strong>Damon Whiteside<\/strong>, who stepped down on June 30 after serving as CEO since 2020. Whiteside will remain in a transitional emeritus role through the end of 2025.<\/p>\n<h2>Career Background<\/h2>\n<p>Schuon brings decades of experience across radio, television, recorded music, and live events. His previous roles include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Executive positions at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtv.com\">MTV<\/a> and <strong>VH1<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>President of <strong>Warner Bros. Records<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Leadership roles at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalmusic.com\">Universal Music Group<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Chief operating officer of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.com\">Ticketmaster<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The CEO search was led by <strong>ZRG Partners<\/strong> and the ACM board.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAndy Schuon\u2019s remarkable career reflects a lifelong commitment to innovation, creativity, and serving artists,\u201d said <strong>Cris Lacy<\/strong>, Chair of the ACM Board. \u201cThe ACM Board of Directors are excited to partner with Andy as we continue to strengthen the Academy\u2019s impact, expand its reach, and create even greater value for our members and the country music community.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Schuon said: \u201cThe most rewarding moments of my career have come from building for the future while honoring the artists and creative communities that make music so powerful. Throughout every chapter, from radio and television to streaming, digital media and the music business, the constant has been the transformative power of music to bring people together. \u2026 The organization has a remarkable legacy of celebrating the artists, songwriters, and industry professionals who define country music. 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