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Skip to main content Michael Young Sony Music Publishing Trending on Billboard Michael Young has been appointed chief information officer of Sony Music Publishing, effective immediately from his base in Nashville. In his new role, which reports to CFO Tom Kelly, Young will lead the company’s global technology strategy and oversee transformation initiatives aimed at enhancing growth, scalability, and operational efficiency for SMP’s songwriters and catalogs. He will collaborate across departments to streamline workflows, expand data-driven insights, and strengthen best practices in software development, cybersecurity, compliance, and data governance. Executive Turntable: WMG Expands Global Catalog Team — Plus, a New Leader at Storied Publisher Marc Schneider Young most recently served as chief product and technology officer at Chatham Financial, directing global strategy, and previously held senior roles at Reuters, Paycase Financial, and Afilias. “We are committed to investing in technology that grows with our business and adapts to the evolving needs of songwriters,” said Jon Platt, chairman and CEO of SMP. “With Michael on board, we are well-positioned to bring greater value to Sony Music Publishing songwriters and catalogs today and in the future.” Kelly added, “Michael is an experienced leader who understands how to innovate. We look forward to advancing our capabilities and delivering further growth on behalf of our songwriters around the world.” Young said, “I am extremely excited to join Sony Music Publishing. As a career technologist and a lifelong amateur musician, it’s thrilling to be a part of SMP’s mission-driven culture. I look forward to working with the team to advance support for SMP songwriters throughout their creative journeys.” Sony Music Publishing remained the top-ranked publisher in the first half of 2025 after snaring the No. 1 slot on both Billboard’s Top Radio Airplay and Hot 100 Songs publisher rankings in the second quarter. Daily newsletters straight to your inbox More From Pro Sony Music Publishing Appoints Michael Young as Chief Information Officer 44 minutes ago Billboard Staff Business News Billboard’s Music Industry Events Calendar Chris Eggertsen Business News HYBE Revenue Up 38% on Concerts, But Lagging Album Sales Drive Unprofitable Quarter Elizabeth Dilts Marshall Business News The Bad Bunny Effect Spurs Music Tourism Conversations Tere Aguilera Brandon Lake Wins ASCAP 2025 Christian Music Songwriter of the Year: Full Winners List See All News Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. © 2025 Billboard Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Powered by WordPress.com VIP optional screen reader Manage Account Billboard Hot 100™ Billboard 200™ Hits Of The World™ Songs Of The Summer Year-End Charts Decade-End Charts R&B/Hip-Hop Business News Record Labels View All Pro Songwriters & Producers Artist Index Royalty Calculator Market Watch Industry Events Calendar Billboard Español Cultura y Entretenimiento Crossword Puzzle GET ACCESS TODAY
