Music industry veterans Shari Bryant (pictured left) and Omar Grant (pictured right) have been appointed Co-Presidents of the Roc Nation Label
Bryant and Grant succeed Benny Pough, who exited the company in March.
The new Co-Presidents will boost the label’s roster, and develop strategies for artists currently on the roster.
Bryant’s career began as an intern at Roc-A-Fella Records. The executive has also worked with Def Jam, Atlantic and Warner Bros.
She joins Roc Nation from Alamo Records, where she was General Manager and Partner.
Grant was previously head of A&R at Roc Nation, having worked for the company for nine years.
He has worked with the likes of Rihanna, Shakira, Big Sean and Belly, as well as recent Roc Nation signings, DJ Mustard and Rainy.
Grant’s career started at Columbia Records as an intern. He later worked for Destiny’s Child as a road manager.
He’s also held Senior A&R roles at EMI Music Publishing and Epic Records.
“It’s an honor to work alongside and see them at the helm, poised to usher in the next Roc Nation generation.”
Tyran Smith, Roc Nation
Tyran Smith, Roc Nation founder and President of A&R said: “Shari and Omar love culture and all it encompasses.
“Both are consummate professionals who understand and respect artists and their process.
“It’s an honor to work alongside and see them at the helm, poised to usher in the next Roc Nation generation.”
“There is no better way to celebrate my 20th anniversary in the music business than to return home.”
Shari Bryant
Bryant added: “There is no better way to celebrate my 20th anniversary in the music business than to return home.
“The values and lessons that the Roc Nation founders instilled in me provided me the tools to become the best executive I could possibly be.
“I am honored to make even more history with my family.”
“After nine incredible years here, it’s an unbelievable honor to step into this new role.”
Omar Grant
Grant said: “After nine incredible years here, it’s an unbelievable honor to step into this new role.
“Inspiration comes from the top down at Roc Nation, and the founders set a precedent for a culture of progress in terms of both business and creativity.
“That’s a legacy I’m humbled to uphold and extend as Co-President.”
Pictured Credit: Mark ClennonMusic Business Worldwide
