Wong Elevated To Island Records COO

• Eric Wong has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Island Records. The New York-based Wong will now run operations for the entire label. The announcement of Wong’s elevation was made by Darcus Beese, President of Island Records, who said, “Eric’s long and successful background in the recording industry make him truly deserving of this new post as COO of Island. He brings a world of experience to every endeavor and has nurtured strong relationships with our artists and their management teams. I’ve never worked with someone who has such passion, drive and care for artists.”

Wong has served as Executive Vice President/General Manager of Island Records since 2014, where he has been pivotal in the success of Shawn Mendes, Demi Lovato, Nick Jonas, Fall Out Boy, Tove Lo, The Killers, Bon Jovi, Mike Posner and others. Prior to that, Wong spent three years as EVP of Marketing at the former Island Def Jam Music Group (IDJMG).

Wong first joined IDJ in 1999 after graduating from NYU. In 2006 Wong worked at Bad Boy Entertainment as Chief Marketing Officer while simultaneously serving as SVP, Marketing, Atlantic Records, overseeing the careers of Sean “Diddy” Combs, Jay-Z, Janelle Monaé, Toni Braxton and others. In 2009, two years before he rejoined IDJ, Wong launched Wong Management, working with a roster that included Mariah Carey.

Commenting on his new executive position, Wong said, “I am extremely proud of the confidence that Darcus Beese has shown in me. Island has been my heart and home for the better part of two decades now, and I’m excited to step into this role keeping the label and its artists at the forefront.”