Here's a concise recap of recent notable music industry appointments and promotions:

MySeat Media has appointed former Bandzoogle CRO Dave Cool as President, bringing 20 years of industry experience to lead their artist-branded app platform.

Key Executive Appointments:

• Mark Posgay joins Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW) as VP of Global Sales
• Andrew Klein promoted to President of Global Partnerships at AEG Presents
• Jodi Dawes named VP of Publicity at Big Machine Label Group
• Annie DeConto elevated to Director of Business Development at Catch Point Rights Partners
• Dan Killian becomes youngest owner at FBMM
• Frank Handy of Peermusic elected as AIMP National Chair for 2025-2026

Notable Leadership Changes:

• Lauren Kilgore joins Sony Music Nashville as SVP of Legal and Business Affairs
• Dennis Reese appointed SVP of Radio Marketing & Promotion
• Mallory Michaels promoted to VP of Radio Marketing & Promotion
• Taryn Miller elevated to VP, IT Global Copyright & Royalties at Sony Music Publishing
• Henry Naldjian promoted to Chief Technology Officer

Industry Moves:

• David Field steps down as Audacy CEO after 27 years; Kelli Turner named interim CEO
• Julie Adam promoted to President/CEO of Universal Music Canada
• Mike Chester promoted to General Manager at Warner Records
• Mom+Pop Music expands to Nashville with Katie Fagan as President

Recent Appointments:

• Tomás Talarico named managing director of Warner Music Southern Cone
• Dirk Lange appointed Managing Director of UK Rights Companies at Wise Music Group
• The MLC adds four new advisory committee members
• Jean-Baptiste Gourdin becomes President of Centre National de la Musique
• Michael Kelley joins The Kirby Organization as booking agent

These appointments represent significant shifts in leadership across various sectors of the music industry, from major labels to technology companies and industry organizations.

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