Davenport & Kohli Earn WMN VP Stripes
Lacy added, “Stephanie has an innate acumen for recognizing and signing unique storytellers whose authenticity becomes the bar by which other artists are measured. She is a driven, inclusive, and strategic leader both within the Warner family, the Nashville community, and the music industry at large. Rohan’s ability to elevate superstar artists and newcomers alike speaks to his expertise in development at all levels of an artist’s career. Guided by his deep multi-genre tastes, he is always on the cutting edge of music that is urgent and important.”
Kohli (right) began his career at Ozone Entertainment in New York managing Boys Like Girls, Cartel and Hey Monday, as well as songwriters/producers Sam Hollander and Dave Katz. After a stint in Los Angeles, Kohli settled in Nashville, where he worked with Andy Albert, Paul DiGiovanni and others. He started in A&R at Warner Music Nashville in 2018, launching Dan + Shay into superstardom and introducing the world to Bailey Zimmerman, Ingrid Andress and Avery Anna. “I am beyond thankful to work alongside the best team in the business,” Kohli said. “I’m grateful to Cris Lacy, Scott Hendricks, Stephanie Davenport and Mason Domke for showing me every day how to lead with heart, knowledge and passion. Thank you to Cris and Ben Kline for their mentorship and the opportunity to continue to grow with Warner Music Nashville. I’m looking forward to many more years of success together.”