VP Upgrade For Republic’s Scott

• Republic Records has promoted Roderick Scott to Vice President of Marketing Strategy. In his new role, Scott will continue to envision, actualize, and oversee integrated marketing campaigns and rollout strategy for a dynamic roster that includes Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, Kid Cudi, Black Thought, Coi Leray, and many others.

Republic EVP/GM Jim Roppo commented, “Roderick is a world-class marketing executive whose immense drive matches his genuine lifelong passion for music. He approaches every project from an inventive angle and can artfully tell an artist’s story to the world with clarity, empathy, and ingenuity. It’s an honor to announce his much-deserved promotion.” SVP of Marketing Marleny Reyes added, “Working with Roderick during this unique time in the world has been incredible. Roderick came to Republic and instantly affected the way we have worked as a team. His diligence, hustle, musical knowledge, and determination are unmatched. I look forward to seeing him continue to lead us into uncharted waters.”

Scott joined Republic Records in 2020 as Director of Marketing Strategy. Earlier in his career Scott spent eight years at Warner Bros. Records in publicity and lifestyle marketing, and 2017, he relocated to New York to Marketing Director at Atlantic Records.

Commenting on his promotion, Scott stated, “From the outside, I’ve watched what Republic Records can offer artists. Tapping into that as a member of the team, I’ve also realized how supportive the label’s leaders are. Roppo and Marleny have empowered me with the flexibility to implement an array of tactics, trusting my instincts and providing the foundation to really make a difference for our roster. We’re helping artists bring their dreams and ambitions to life. I take that very seriously, and I love being at a label where it’s a focal point of our day-to-day.”