Warner Music Group Appoints Michael Ryan Southern As Executive Vice President, Corporate Development
Jun 06, 2024•over 1 year ago
Position
Chief Executive Officer
Company
Description
Warner Music Group (Nasdaq: WMG) has appointed Michael Ryan-Southern (MRS) to the newly created position of Executive Vice President, Corporate Development. Effective August 5th, MRS will lead all stages of M&A activity to enhance WMG's growth and earnings. He will report to WMG CEO Robert Kyncl and be based at the company's New York headquarters.
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