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Wmg Hires Michael Ryan Southern As Executive VP for Acquisitions

PUBLIC · WMGJun 06, 2024•about 2 years ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Warner Music Group

Robert Kyncl
New YorkOtherMusicMusic Education

Description

Warner Music Group (WMG) has hired Michael Ryan-Southern as the executive vice president for acquisitions. Ryan-Southern will be responsible for acquiring companies and catalogs that can boost WMG’s growth and revenues, with the first task being to acquire a smaller independent distribution company to help expand WMG’s market share.

Company Information

Company

Warner Music Group

Location

1633 BROADWAY

New York, New York, United States

About

Warner Music Group is a major label in the music industry with a global presence. It has a rich history of nurturing and promoting diverse musical talents around the world, offering a wide range of music-related services, including acquiring and supporting rising stars in the industry.

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