Hannah Karp
EVP & Chief Communications Officer
Warner Music Group
Warner Music Group (WMG) has announced that editor and journalist Hannah Karp has been named EVP & Chief Communications Officer. Karp will be based in New York and report to WMG CEO Robert Kyncl. Karp will spearhead WMG’s global communications and brand marketing strategies, ensuring a unified approach across its diverse portfolio of businesses. In addition to managing all internal and external messaging, Karp will oversee the company’s philanthropic efforts and special events. For more, contact majeda.hussein@wmg.com.
Jon Eggert
National Account Manager
C. F. Martin & Co.
C. F. Martin & Co. announced that Jon Eggert has joined the company as National Account Manager, bringing more than 15 years of music industry experience across key account leadership, retail merchandising strategy, and business development. “I’m honored to step into the role of Key Account Manager at Martin Guitar,” said Eggert. “There are no other brands in the industry that carry the heritage, craftsmanship, and cultural impact that Martin has built over so many generations." For more, contact kate@richlynngroup.com.
Russell Wedelich
President
Eventide Audio
Eventide Audio announced that Russell Wedelich has been named President, in addition to his current role as CTO. Wedelich, who has been instrumental in developing some of Eventide's most celebrated products over the past 17+ years, will lead operations for the audio business. In his new role, Wedelich will oversee all aspects of Eventide Audio's business while continuing to guide the company's technical direction. “I’m honored to lead this team and excited about the products we’re cooking up,” said Wedelich. For more, contact nsanchez@eventide.com.
Angela Abbott
VP of Music Licensing and Strategy
TouchTunes
TouchTunes has appointed Angela Abbott as Vice President of Music Licensing and Strategy, reporting to General Counsel Amy Tenbrink. In this role, Abbott will lead music strategy, licensing, and operations across TouchTunes’ expansive network of nearly 100,000 connected jukeboxes and entertainment devices. “I’m excited to join TouchTunes at a moment when music-driven experiences in physical spaces feel more important than ever,” said Abbott. For more, contact patti.nunez@sourcecodecomms.com.
Todd Horvath
President and Chief Operating Officer
BMI
BMI has recently announced the appointment of Todd Horvath as President and Chief Operating Officer. In this new role, Horvath will report to BMI CEO Mike O’Neill and oversee the company’s ongoing efforts to modernize its platforms, identify new sources of revenue, and improve the affiliate experience at BMI. “Todd’s unique skill set is a perfect complement to our team, and I look forward to his contributions as we continue to drive growth and position BMI for the future,” said O’Neill. For more, contact lfischer@bmi.com.
Pam Schoenfeld
SPV, Chief Legal Officer
BMI
BMI announced that Pam Schoenfeld has been named its SVP, Chief Legal Officer. Schoenfeld reports directly to CEO Mike O’Neill and is based in the company’s New York office. “Pam’s extensive legal expertise and industry insight make her an incredible asset to BMI and our music creators,” said O’Neill. "Her leadership will help strengthen BMI’s mission to protect and champion our songwriters, composers and publishers, and the advocacy work we do on their behalf." For more, contact jthomas@bmi.com.
Mike Gitter
Label Lead & Globel Head of A&R
Frontiers Label Group/BLKIIBLK Records
Frontiers Label Group has announced the launch of its metal, hard rock and extreme music label, BLKIIBLK Records. Joining the team at the Naples, Italy-based company is long-running A&R man and record executive Mike Gitter, who will lead the label as well as assume responsibilities as Global Head of A&R for Frontiers Label Group. “I’m proud to announce my joining the Frontiers Label Group team and helming BLKIIBLK… this is just the beginning,” said Gitter, who arrives at the label having signed and worked with a venerable history of genre-defining artists. For more, contact freeman@freemanpromotions.com.
Ashok Parwani
Head of Music
Divo
Divo, one of South India’s digital media and music companies, which is majority owned by Warner Music India, announced the appointment of Ashok Parwani as its Head of Music. Parwani brings over four decades of experience across India, Sri Lanka, and the UAE. “I’m thrilled to join Divo at such a dynamic moment. South India is a powerhouse of creativity, and aligned with Warner Music India’s long-term vision, we have a unique opportunity to strengthen our regional presence and take this music to wider audiences across India and globally,” said Parwani. For more, contact communications@wmg.com.
