HANNAH KARP APPOINTED EVP & CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER FOR WARNER MUSIC GROUP

Core Insights - Warner Music Group (WMG) has appointed Hannah Karp as EVP & Chief Communications Officer, effective January 26, 2026, bringing her extensive experience from Billboard where she served as Editor-in-Chief for a decade [1][2] Group 1: Leadership Appointment - Hannah Karp will lead WMG's global communications and brand marketing strategies, ensuring a cohesive approach across its diverse business portfolio [2] - Karp's role includes managing all internal and external messaging, overseeing philanthropic efforts, and organizing special events [2] Group 2: Background and Experience - Karp has over two decades of experience in the music and media sectors, having previously worked at Billboard and The Wall Street Journal, where she covered various topics including the music industry [3] - She joined Billboard in 2017 as News Director and became Editor-in-Chief the following year, overseeing editorial content across multiple platforms [3] - Karp holds a BA in economics from Duke University and a master's degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University [3] Group 3: Company Overview - Warner Music Group operates in over 70 countries and includes a variety of renowned labels and a music publishing arm, Warner Chappell Music, with a catalog of over one million copyrights [4] - The company supports the independent community through ADA and has an artist services division called WMX [4]