BMG has appointed Crystal Mcanders-Dubé as head of global corporate communications.
McKanders Dube, a seasoned communications executive and media strategist with nearly 20 years of experience, joins BMG after nearly six years at the company. warner music group (WMG).
At WMG, Crystal McCanders-Dubé led global communications. Warner Chappell songs (WCM) is the publishing arm of WMG and oversees executive and songwriter communications, corporate events and philanthropy from WMG's West Coast headquarters in Los Angeles.
McCanders-Dubé, who will be based in LA, will report directly to BMG's CEO. thomas kosfeldAnd in her new role, she will be responsible for BMG's global corporate communications, spearheading internal and external communications efforts and liaising with BMG's parent company. bertelsmann.
As WMG's senior vice president of communications and marketing, McCanders-Dube was „instrumental in shaping Warner Chappell's communications strategy,“ according to the announcement.
The announcement added that her „leadership was key in positioning the company's story during the CEO transition and in promoting the company's recent milestone of exceeding $1 billion in sales.“
McKanders Dube also spearheaded media relations, developed thought leadership initiatives, and ensured the company's social media presence aligned with its overall communications goals.
Prior to joining WMG, McKanders Dube worked in consumer brands and luxury hospitality PR for IHG Hotels & Resorts, agencies MSL Group and Jackson Spalding.
She began her career as a television and radio reporter in the Detroit market.
In 2023, she was recognized as a top PR executive in the music industry. signboardPublicity power list.
During his time at Warner Music, he served on the board of the Warner Music Group/Blavatnik Family Foundation Social Justice Fund in addition to supporting many corporate DEI initiatives, including the WMG HBCU Intensive Program and the Global Black Employee Resource Group.
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“Crystal’s natural storytelling ability, combined with her expertise in corporate and music publishing communications, makes her an invaluable addition to our team.”
Thomas Korsfeld, BMG
BMG CEO Thomas Korsfeld said: “BMG is at an exciting time, as we are uniquely positioned to grow in a rapidly evolving music landscape. We welcome Crystal to bring a fresh perspective to our business at such a pivotal time. I'm happy to bring it to you.“
“Crystal’s natural storytelling ability, combined with her expertise in corporate and music publishing communications, makes her an invaluable addition to our team.”
„Sharing the unique stories and perspectives of the artists, songwriters, and executives behind the music we love has always been a passion of mine.“
Crystal Mcanders Dube
Makanders-Dubé added: “Sharing the unique stories and perspectives of the artists, songwriters, and executives behind the music we love has always been a passion of mine.
“As BMG, an up-and-coming innovator in the music industry, embarks on its next chapter with a new CEO, I look forward to continuing to tell the great stories of the people who drive the music industry and helping to evolve and expand the company’s brand narrative. I am passionate about moving the music business forward.”world music business