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Universal Music Publishing Group appoints new leadership and expands ANZ operations

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1
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What happened

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Jody Gerson was named chairman and CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group. David Gray serves as the managing director for the U.K. and head of global A&R at the company. Additionally, Maree Hamblion was promoted to executive vice president, A&R and creative, Australia and New Zealand, where UMPG is adding a dedicated writing room and content space.

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Why it matters

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The promotion of Hamblion, who signed Tones and I, and the expansion of local facilities suggest Universal Music Publishing Group is strengthening its creative and talent-development strategy in Australia and New Zealand.

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Who's involved

  • Jody GersonChairman and CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group
  • David GrayManaging director for the U.K. and head of global A&R at Universal Music Publishing Group
  • Universal Music Publishing GroupAmerican music publishing company undergoing leadership changes and facility expansion

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Universal Music Publishing GroupSpeculative

    Universal Music Publishing Group might see increased revenue or investment in its Australian and New Zealand operations due to facility expansion and talent strategy

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The entities involved

  • David Gray

    researcher (ORCID 0000-0001-7621-3473)

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Coverage

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