Contreras Named SVP/Strategic Ops For Caroline
• Brandy Contreras has been promoted to the newly created position of Senior Vice President of Strategic Operations for Caroline — the Independent Distribution & Label Services arm of Capitol Music Group (CMG). In her elevated position, Contreras reports to Caroline President Jacqueline Saturn and is charged with strengthening and bringing enhancements to Caroline’s infrastructure, streamlining administrative and communication processes with its personnel, artist and label partners and CMG management. She will work toward increasing efficiencies among its 50-person U.S. staff, and will work closely with Saturn and EVP Matt Sawin on strategic planning and alliances with Caroline International’s 11 global offices. Contreras is based at the iconic Capitol Tower in Hollywood.
Saturn said, “There are no words to express my excitement about welcoming Brandy into the Caroline family. I have never seen an employee so respected, valued and loved immediately by all of CMG. Her wealth of knowledge and great demeanor will be of incredible value to the entire Caroline team.” CMG Chief Operating Officer Michelle Jubelirer remarked, “Brandy has made such a positive difference during her time at CMG, and we have benefited greatly from the depth and breadth of her experience in constantly evolving industries. She will be a tremendous asset to Caroline and help manage this important arm of our company as it continues its great growth and success.”
Contreras commented, “I’m thrilled and honored to be to be joining the Caroline team as we build on its growing success and stellar reputation for super-serving its independent artist and label partners. I want to continue building the strongest, most efficient organization possible and I’m excited to be bringing my expertise in media, tech and music to my new role. I want to thank Jacqueline Saturn for providing me with this amazing opportunity and entrusting me with such an important role, Michelle Jubelirer for her invaluable mentorship and Steve Barnett for being such a visionary and offering me such unwavering support.”
Contreras most recently served as VP of Human Resources for both CMG and Universal Music Group (UMG) since February 2017. She was previously Head of International HR for Twitter and Head of Talent for Disney Animation. [Photo credit: Lester Cohen]
