Hal Leonard Announces Change in CEO Leadership
Keith Mardak and Larry Morton Hal Leonard has announced that Keith Mardak is stepping down as its CEO and Larry Morton will become president and CEO. Keith will remain with…
Royal Appointment as British Creators of pBone Recieve Ultimate Accolade
Steve Greenall and Chris Fower with HRH Prince Charles It’s awarded to only a handful of companies each year, but the creators of pBone – the world’s first plastic trombone…
Fleming Named President of Bourgeois Guitars
Bourgeois Guitars has announced the promotion of Christopher Fleming to the position of president and C.O.O. Fleming joined Bourgeois Guitars after serving over 20 years as a Captain in both the…
Yamaha Names Queen as District Manager of School Service Sales
Jeff Queen has joined Yamaha Corporation of America as District Manager on the company’s School Service Sales team. He reports to David Suter, regional sales manager, School Service Sales. In…
Yamaha Names Penstone-Smith as VP of Retail and E-Commerce
Douglas Penstone-Smith has joined Yamaha Corporation of America as vice president of retail and e-commerce. He reports directly to Matt Searfus, corporate vice president of integrated marketing. In the newly-created…
Yamaha Sales Dept. Names Speers as District Manager
Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) has announced that Dean Speers has joined the company as District Manager in the company’s Sales Group. He reports to Dan Rodowicz, senior director, Institutional…
Dr. David Fullmer to Become Educational Support Manager for Conn-Selmer in the Western U.S.
The Conn-Selmer Division of Education has welcomed Dr. David Fullmer as West Region Educational Support Manager beginning August 5, 2019. After 37 years of instrumental teaching, he will be retiring…
YCA Names Macias as Brand Director
Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) has announced that Greg Macias has joined the company as brand director. He reports directly to Matt Searfus, corporate vice president of integrated marketing. “Greg…
PMC Appoints Paisley to Executive Committee
The Percussion Marketing Council (PMC) Executive Committee announced the appointment of Jennifer Paisley to its Executive Committee. She joins the all-volunteer Committee consisting of David Jewell (Yamaha Corporation), Stacey Montgomery-Clark…
Propellerhead Software Names Agevik as CEO
Propellerhead Software’s Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Niklas Agevik as CEO. As part of a planned succession, Agevik will take over from current CEO and founder, Ernst…
Grover Pro Joins RBI Music Family
Rhythm Band Instruments, LLC has announced the acquisition of the assets of Grover Pro Percussion, Inc. Since 1979 Grover Pro has produced and sold the finest orchestral percussion instruments in…
Taylor Names Yamek Key Accounts Manager
Taylor® Guitars has announced the hiring of longtime music industry veteran Craig Yamek as a key accounts manager within its North American sales organization. Yamek joins Taylor following a record year…