Republic Names Goldstein, Roppo Co-Presidents
• Republic Records has elevated Wendy Goldstein and Jim Roppo to Co-Presidents — as announced by Co-Founders Monte Lipman and Avery Lipman. Ms. Goldstein has served as President, West Coast Creative since 2019 and is based in the label’s Los Angeles. Roppo has served as Executive Vice President and General Manager since 2018 and is based in the label’s New York HQ.
Monte Lipman commented, “Wendy & Roppo together are the ultimate dynamic duo. Their leadership spearheading groundbreaking releases and historic campaigns has captured the imagination of our industry while making a tremendous impact on popular culture. I’m thrilled to make this announcement as we embark on the next chapter of Republic Records.” Avery Lipman added, “We can always rely on Roppo and Wendy to not only exceed expectations, but shatter them entirely. They’ve been integral to our success up to this point and will be even more crucial to the evolution of our company.”
Goldstein initially joined Republic as an A&R Consultant in 2009. She was named SVP of A&R in 2011 and EVP in 2014. She was upped to President, West Coast in 2017. Prior to Republic, Goldstein held A&R positions at EastWest Records, Geffen, MCA, and Capitol/Priority Records. Goldstein stated, “I’ve been very lucky to work with Monte, Avery, and Republic for over two decades now. To say it’s been an unbelievable ride is an understatement! They’ve showed me the utmost support and confidence at every turn and continue to inspire me. I’m looking forward to this amazing new opportunity alongside my good friend Roppo as we usher in Republic’s next era.”
A 24-year UMG veteran, Roppo has been a part of the Republic family since 2012. He previously served as EVP, Marketing & Commerce until 2018 when he became EVP/GM. Prior to Republic, Roppo logged 13 years at Island Def Jam Music Group, rising to SVP of Sales. Roppo proudly claims to have seen every iteration of the industry’s format evolution, kicking off his career at L.A.’s famed Aron’s Records in 1988 when vinyl gave way to CDs. Roppo noted, “There’s no other company like Republic. Monte and Avery empower everyone around them to excel at an unparalleled level. The last ten years have been unforgettable, and I’m thankful for their continued trust and belief as I join my incredible Co-President the one and only Wendy Goldstein in this new role.”
