Strazza’s Dual Role @ Columbia & RECORDS
• Columbia Records has named John Strazza as Senior Vice President of Promotion for Columbia and Head of Promotion for RECORDS. In this newly expanded dual role, Strazza will spearhead radio campaigns and initiatives for the Columbia roster at the Rhythm format while continuing to oversee promotion for RECORDS projects via the company’s joint venture with Sony Music Entertainment.
“Over the past two decades, John has distinguished himself as one of the leading promotion executives in the business,” said Ron Perry, Chairman & CEO of Columbia Records. “On behalf of our entire team, I’d like to congratulate him on joining the company.”
Strazza remarked, “My first job in the industry was at Columbia Records. I’ve always valued the company and its artist-first philosophy. Ron Perry and the staff continue to drive the label’s success and I have always respected the Columbia promotion team. I’d like to thank Ron Perry for this amazing opportunity as well as Barry Weiss for his continued support.”
Strazza joined RECORDS at its inception in February 2016. He previously served as SVP of Promotion at RCA Records and VP of Top 40 Promotion at Jive Records. He began his career in the Columbia radio department. Strazza will be based at Columbia’s New York headquarters.
