UPMG promotes a new CFO

Universal Music Publishing Group has promoted JW Beekman to the role of worldwide CFO. He steps into the shoes of Michael Sammis, who recently moved to the post of President of Universal Publishing Production Music. Beekman joined UPMG in 2007. His previous position was senior vice president of North American finance.

“Music publishing is evolving and ripe with exciting opportunities for growth. UMPG continues to create industry-leading models for our business, and I’ve been fortunate to be a part of the team on this inspiring journey,” Beekman said.

“JW brings deep expertise in finance, administration, and licensing, combined with more than a decade of being a key member of our executive team,” UMPG Chairman and CEO Jody Gerson said. “All of this makes him the ideal executive to lead our financial operation globally as we seek to accelerate our growth and further UMPG’s reputation as the industry’s best home for songwriters.”