Leadership Overview
Concord has 5 executives leading key functions including label strategy, financial oversight, operational management, human resources, and creative direction.
Driven by a commitment to independent creative rights, Concord manages an expansive catalog of sound recordings and music publishing while fostering global narrative content development across diverse international markets.
Driven by a commitment to independent creative rights, Concord manages an expansive catalog of sound recordings and music publishing while fostering global narrative content development across diverse international markets.
Leadership Roles at Concord
Tom Becci - Group Chief Executive Officer, Label (Concord)
Tom Becci, the Group Chief Executive Officer, Label (Concord) at Concord, directs the overarching strategic vision for the company's vast portfolio of sound recordings and music publishing assets. By aligning creative acquisition strategies with long-term institutional capital goals, the Group Chief Executive Officer, Label (Concord) ensures the organization maintains a competitive edge in the global media landscape. Becci oversees the integration of theatrical performance rights and narrative content, driving growth across North American and European territories. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with the Board to refine market positioning and maximize the value of over one million rights. Through rigorous management of label operations, Tom Becci secures the company's status as a premier independent creative rights entity. By prioritizing sustainable development and artistic integrity, the Group Chief Executive Officer, Label (Concord) fosters an environment where diverse musical repertoires thrive in every territory worldwide.
Hazel Malit - Chief Financial Officer, Recorded Music
Hazel Malit, the Chief Financial Officer, Recorded Music at Concord, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies for the company's extensive recorded music division. Overseeing complex financial reporting and investment analysis, the Chief Financial Officer, Recorded Music ensures that all acquisitions of sound recordings align with the broader institutional funding model. Malit directs the financial planning processes that support global licensing operations, providing the necessary resources for expansion into key markets like London, Berlin, and Miami. This leadership role requires constant coordination with other C-suite members to optimize revenue streams from the vast catalog of rights. By implementing robust financial controls and risk management frameworks, Hazel Malit protects the long-term value of the company's assets. Ultimately, the Chief Financial Officer, Recorded Music drives the fiscal discipline required to maintain the organization's position as a leader in the independent music industry.
Fred Gillham - Chief Operating Officer, Label Group
Fred Gillham, the Chief Operating Officer, Label Group at Concord, architects the operational infrastructure necessary to manage and distribute the company's massive catalog of music and theatrical rights. Overseeing the daily execution of label activities, the Chief Operating Officer, Label Group ensures seamless coordination between offices in Nashville, Los Angeles, and international hubs. Gillham drives efficiency across the supply chain, from the acquisition of new narrative content to the global licensing of existing repertoires. This leadership role involves streamlining internal processes to support the creative teams while maintaining high standards of operational excellence. By optimizing workflows and resource allocation, Fred Gillham enables the organization to scale effectively across diverse territories. Through the implementation of advanced management systems, the Chief Operating Officer, Label Group ensures that the company's creative assets reach audiences in virtually every country, reinforcing the firm's global market impact.
Margi Cheske - President, Fantasy Records
Margi Cheske, the President, Fantasy Records at Concord, directs the creative and commercial strategy for the label, focusing on the development and management of high-value sound recordings. Overseeing the A&R process and marketing initiatives, the President, Fantasy Records ensures that the label's catalog remains relevant and profitable within the broader independent rights ecosystem. Cheske drives the acquisition of new talent and the revitalization of legacy content, expanding the label's footprint in both domestic and international markets. This leadership role involves close collaboration with the executive team to ensure that Fantasy Records contributes to the company's overall mission of protecting and promoting artistic works. By fostering strong relationships with artists and industry partners, Margi Cheske secures the label's reputation for excellence. Through strategic curation and market-focused promotion, the President, Fantasy Records maximizes the commercial potential of the company's diverse and historic musical repertoire.
Ruth Martinez - Chief People Officer
Ruth Martinez, the Chief People Officer at Concord, directs the human capital strategy to support a global workforce dedicated to managing creative rights and narrative content. Overseeing talent acquisition, organizational development, and employee engagement, the Chief People Officer ensures that the company attracts and retains the industry's top professionals across offices in cities like New York, Sydney, and Tokyo. Martinez architects programs that foster a culture of innovation and artistic collaboration, which remains essential for the company's success in the competitive media sector. This leadership role involves aligning workforce capabilities with the strategic goals set by the executive team. By championing diversity and professional growth, Ruth Martinez strengthens the internal foundation of the organization. Through the implementation of comprehensive human resources policies, the Chief People Officer drives the operational stability required to manage over one million rights effectively on a worldwide scale.
