US songwriter/publisher body ASCAP has held its Board elections, with Paul Williams (pictured) re-elected Chairman and President of the organisation for the fourth time.
Jody Gerson, chairman and CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group, becomes a publisher Board member.
Elsewhere, Doug Wood, a composer and producer of music for TV, has been newly-elected as Writer Vice Chairman.
Irwin Z. Robinson, VP of Industry Affairs for Cromwell Music, is re-elected as Publisher Vice Chairman.
The ASCAP Board re-elected Caroline Bienstock, President and CEO of Carlin America, Inc., as Secretary.
James M. Kendrick, representing Schott Music/European American Music, was re-elected as Treasurer.
“I continue to be inspired by ASCAP’s mission of advocacy and service for songwriters,” said Paul Williams. “It is a great honor and privilege to help lead the organization forward during this transformative time.
“I’m confident that, together with our CEO Beth Matthews, the ASCAP Board will continue to make the decisions that enable ASCAP to meet the evolving needs of our members and licensees.”Music Business Worldwide
