Executive Elevations @ Warner Music Nashville
• Warner Music Nashville celebrates four of its senior staff members with milestone promotions — VP of Artist Development Shane Tarleton rises to EVP of Artist Development, and VP of Streaming Tim Foisset rises to SVP Commercial Partnerships — both reporting to EVP/GM Ben Kline; VP of Strategic Marketing Victoria Mason rises to SVP of Strategic Marketing & Analysis, reporting to Shane Tarleton, and Sr. Director Interactive Marketing Brooke Hardesty rises to VP Interactive Marketing, reporting to Victoria Mason. Pictured, (l-r): Tarleton, Foisset, Mason & Hardesty.
Tarleton began his career at Titley/Spalding Artist Management, followed by six years in the art department at RCA Label Group. Following a period in Las Vegas producing events for MGM properties, Tarleton joined Warner Music Nashville as Creative Director in 2010. “Shane has earned love and respect within the country music community that is unmatched anywhere,” Kline said. “His passion for the artists and their creative vision continues to help drive our decision making at the highest level.”
Foisset will be charged with maximizing marketing opportunities and revenue potential with Warner Music Nashville’s partners in streaming, digital retail, e-commerce, D2C and more. “Tim’s knowledge of the marketplace is best in class,” said Kline. “In this expanded role, he will have an even greater impact on the success of our artists and their music.”
Mason is a ten-year WMN veteran who now oversees audience and fan development strategy via the touring, brand partnerships, analytics, interactive marketing and video strategy teams. “Torie is a boss, simply put!” said Tarleton. “She has diligently constructed a fan-focused interactive team that is world-class and will lead our artists to new heights.”
Hardesty and her team of five create tailored digital experiences ranging from live event activations to social media campaigns. “Brooke has built a bright, bold, passionate team over the past few years, and it’s truly been an honor to work alongside her,” said Mason. “Her work ethic, creative prowess and killer marketing instinct continue to serve our artists each and every day.” [Photo credit: Michael Tedesco]
