Chris Gobalakrishna named SVP, Finance and Operations in Asia for Warner Music
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Warner Music has hired Chris Gobalakrishna as its new SVP, Finance and Operations in Asia.

He will be based in Hong Kong and report to Simon Robson, President, Warner Music Asia.

Gobalakrishna, who has previously held roles at BMG and Sony Music, joins Warner Music from WorldVentures where he was the company’s CFO.

Gobalakrishna started his career at BMG in 1994 and over 11 years worked his way up to Vice President of Finance for BMG International.

He was then appointed Senior Vice President, Global Digital Business and New Business Initiatives for Sony Music Entertainment.

Over almost two decades at BMG and Sony, he oversaw the growth of their global digital business and helped build their direct-to-consumer divisions, with a specific focus on expanding global operations.

He was then named CFO, Digital, Enterprises, Research, Marketing, Events and Social Media for Univision Communications in 2012, before taking on further senior finance roles at Workstride, Beachbody, Tone It Up and – most recently – at vacation lifestyle specialists WorldVentures.

“I believe the experience I’ve picked up from different sectors will be extremely beneficial in the fast-paced, ever-changing world of the music industry.”

Chris Gobalakrishna

Chris Gobalakrishna said: “I’m delighted to get back into the music industry and join the most exciting music company in Asia. I believe the experience I’ve picked up from different sectors will be extremely beneficial in the fast-paced, ever-changing world of the music industry.

“I can’t wait to get started and to deliver the best possible service for Warner Music and its incredible roster of artists.”

“Chris is a seasoned strategic finance executive with a wealth of experience of working across the consumer goods, entertainment, media and tech industries.”

Simon Robson

Simon Robson added: “Chris is a seasoned strategic finance executive with a wealth of experience of working across the consumer goods, entertainment, media and tech industries.

“He is well placed to lead our brilliant finance team which acts as a progressive partner to the frontline business and supported our strong growth over the last few years.”Music Business Worldwide