BMI Unveils Octet Of Upgrades
• BMI announced eight promotions within the company’s Creative team — Nina Carter (Nashville) was elevated to Executive Director, Partnerships & Events • Marché Butler (R&B/Hip-Hop — Atlanta), MaryAnn Keen(Country — Nashville), Katie Kilgallen (Pop/Rock — NYC), Chris McCormick (Classical — NYC), and David Streit (Pop/Rock — LA) have each been upped to Senior Director, Creative • Alex Bostelman (Pop/Rock — LA) was promoted to Director, Creative, and Claire Dodelin (Nashville) to Associate Director, Creative.
As Executive Director, Partnerships & Events, Carter spearheads initiatives to create valuable performance opportunities for BMI affiliates through strategic partnerships and branded stages at SXSW, Austin City Limits Music Festival, Lollapalooza and CMA Fest. Carter and her team also develop and produce signature BMI events such as Rooftop on the Row, BMI Acoustic Lounge, Key West Songwriters Festival and more.
“We are thrilled to recognize these team members for their hard work and outstanding contributions, which collectively support our creative community across all genres of music,” said Mike Steinberg, BMI’s EVP, Chief Revenue & Creative Officer. “These well-deserved promotions reflect the talent and dedication that drive BMI’s ongoing success, and we’re confident this group will continue to provide the best opportunities, resources, and support to the music creators that BMI is so fortunate to represent.”
Top row, (l-r): Nina Carter, Marché Butler, MaryAnn Keen, & Katie Kilgallen • Bottom row, (l-r): David Streit, Chris McCormick, Alex Bostelman, & Claire Dodelin
