Music Industry Moves: BMG-Concord Merger Is Complete, New Executive Teams Announced
BMG has announced its executive management team and strategic leadership council, following the completion of its merger with Concord. Working under the oversight of BMG’s board of directors, the executive team will be comprised of the following individuals: Bob Valentine, Chief Executive OfficerBjörn Bauer, Chief Financial OfficerSebastian Hentzschel, Chief Operating OfficerVictor Zaraya, Chief Revenue OfficerAmanda […]
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- First observed by CurrentWire: Billboard · Sep 1, 2026 at 1:28 PM ET
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Music Industry Moves: BMG-Concord Merger Is Complete, New Executive Teams Announced(opens original report in a new tab)BillboardTier B
BMG and Concord Complete Merger(opens original report in a new tab)Bob Valentine steps in as CEO of the combined entity, while Thomas Coesfeld serves as chairman. — Billboard
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