Carozza Earns EVP Stripes @ Republic

• Republic Records has promoted Joseph Carozza to Executive Vice President of Media and Artist Relations. In his newly expanded role, Carozza will continue to be responsible for the label’s media department and oversee press strategy, as well as help foster artist development across Republic’s roster. Additionally, he will play an integral role in a wide range of company and executive initiatives.

Carozza will continue to be based in Republic’s New York headquarters and report to Founder and Chairman Monte Lipman, who said, “Joe Carozza’s creative instincts, attention to detail and rapport with the artist community is brilliant. This announcement not only recognizes his extraordinary talent and rapid trajectory, but also identifies Joe as a true leader in this industry.”

Since joining Republic in 2013, Carozza has developed and guided strategic campaigns for Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj, The Weeknd and more, while also working with his team to break new artists. Carozza began his career in public relations at entertainment industry PR powerhouse Rogers & Cowan, followed by a stint with Epic Records. Carozza commented, “The past five years have been an incredible ride. There is nothing like working alongside Republic’s dynamic executive team led by Monte and Avery who set the tone every day for our pursuit of excellence, personally and on behalf of our roster. It’s an honor to represent the artists who are at the forefront of our culture and so rewarding to play a part in breaking the next generation of superstars alongside Republic’s incredible media dream team.”