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Dickon Stainer Appointed Chairman and CEO of Universal Music UK

Stainer succeeds David Joseph, who announced he was stepping down from the role after almost 17 years in charge

LONDON, U.K. — Long-serving executive Dickon Stainer has been appointed Chairman and CEO of Universal Music U.K., succeeding David Joseph, who announced he was stepping down from the role after almost 17 years in charge on Monday (Sept. 23). For the last 10 years, Stainer has served as president and CEO of Universal Music Group’s Global Classics and Jazz division, splitting his time between London and New York. “Dickon has embraced an expansive musical worldview throughout his career, taking artists from a wide variety of genres and bringing them to audiences globally,” said Grainge in the memo, which has been viewed b y Billboard, and accompanying press release.

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