Two ex-EMI execs have taken big jobs in Central America at Universal: Alfredo Delgadillo has been appointed General Manager, Universal Music Mexico, while Fernando Grediaga has been hired as Director of Marketing, Universal Music Mexico.
Delgadillo will oversee operations for Universal Music Mexico, reporting to Víctor González. Based in Mexico City, he brings over 14 years of music business experience, most recently serving as Commercial & Music Services Director for EMI Music Mexico.
Also based in Mexico City, Fernando Grediaga will report to Alfredo Delgadillo. Mr. Grediaga will lead the Universal Music Mexico Marketing team, creating and implementing strategies for the diverse roster of Universal Music artists. With 12 years of experience in the music industry, he most recently served as Director of Marketing Latino & Anglo at EMI Music Mexico.
“As a result of the integration of Universal-EMI in Mexico, we are pleased to have two young but seasoned executives to provide leadership to our excellent team,” stated Víctor González, President of Universal Music Latin Entertainment.
Jesús López, Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Latin America & Iberian Peninsula thanked Robbie Lear and José Puig, who are leaving the company:
“I want to thank Robbie Lear, MD of EMI Music Mexico, for his hard work at EMI Group, especially for his support during the integration process. Robbie has decided to dedicate himself to teaching and to develop an upcoming entertainment project, in which Universal Music will also be involved.”
“I also want to thank José Puig for his valuable contribution to the company during his last 14 years at Universal Music in Madrid, Miami and Mexico. José will continue to be tied to the music world and in the future, we plan to work jointly with him in the new business and artist management areas.”
[Pictured: Alfredo Delgadillo with Rodrigo Noriega, Director of A&R at Universal Mexico and Clemente Pina, Legal Director, with artist Jorge Muniz].Music Business Worldwide
