Universal Music Group has promoted executive Corey Williams to vice president, business and legal affairs, rights and licensing for Republic Records, Def Jam Recordings and Island Records.
Williams, a highly respected music industry executive, brings more than 30 years of experience to his new leadership position.
In the new role, Williams will focus on rights and permissions, as well as shared services across Republic, Def Jam and Island.
He will remain based in New York and will continue to report to Antoinette Trotman, Senior Vice President, Business and Legal Affairs, Rights and Permissions for Republic Records, Def Jam Recordings and Island Records.
In 2015, Williams joined UMG as Director of Business and Legal Affairs and was promoted to Senior Director of Business and Legal Affairs shortly after joining the company.
Prior to UMG, Williams served as associate director of business and legal affairs at Atlantic Records.
Williams began his career in 1985 as an assistant sound engineer at Sony Music Studios, where he worked with legendary artists George Clinton, Stevie Wonder, Nas and Michael Jackson, among others.
In 1997, Williams joined Arista Records as a rights and permissions manager.
“Corey is an invaluable member of our team and has contributed to the continued success of Republic, Def Jam and Island.”
Antoinette Trotman, Senior Vice President
Announcing the appointment, Trotman said, “Corey is an invaluable member of our team and has been instrumental in contributing to the continued success of Republic, Def Jam and Island.
“His wealth of experience, knowledge and expertise has been crucial in navigating the rapidly changing landscape of the music industry and ensuring that our artists and labels are well positioned for long-term success. “
“It is a privilege to collaborate daily with such talented artists and executives. I look forward to continuing to contribute to the future growth of these iconic labels. »
Corey Williams – DEF Jam / Island Recordings
Williams added, “I am honored to take on this expanded role and would like to thank Antoinette and Steve Gawley, UMG’s Executive Vice President, Business and Legal Affairs, for the opportunity to continue working with the incredibly talented teams at Republic, Def Jam and Island Records.
“It is a privilege to collaborate daily with such talented artists and executives. I look forward to continuing to contribute to the future growth of these iconic labels. »The music industry around the world
