VP Upgrade For Recording Academy’s Dupler

• The Recording Academy® announced the appointment of Todd Dupler as Vice President of Advocacy & Public Policy, reporting to Chief Advocacy & Public Policy Officer Daryl Friedman.

In his new role, Dupler (left) will work with the Academy’s leadership to develop policy positions on issues affecting the music community and represents the interests of the Academy’s members before Congress and federal agencies. He also coordinates state and local advocacy with the Academy’s 12 regional chapters.

“I’m thrilled to welcome Todd into his elevated role as Vice President of Advocacy & Public Policy,” said Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. “His track record for advocating on behalf of music creators nationwide has proven to be invaluable to the music community. As we continue to evolve to better serve the music industry at-large, we are excited to see what great work he will lead to ensure fair treatment and compensation for music creators.”

Dupler joined the Recording Academy in 2012 and most recently served as Managing Director of Advocacy & Public Policy. He was instrumental in launching the Academy’s District Advocate program as well as the GRAMMY® Fund for Music Creators, the Academy’s political action committee, where he currently acts as the GRAMMY Fund’s Treasurer. He has also managed the GRAMMYs on the Hill® Advocacy Day for nine years.

Prior to joining the Academy, Dupler served on the legislative staffs of two members of Congress and a United States senator, including serving as the legislative director to the chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet. [Dupler photo Courtesy of Recording Academy® Getty Images©]