Alicia Arauzo and Luis Fernández have been appointed co-managing directors of Universal Music Spain.
Both Arauzo and Fernández will be based in Madrid and will report directly to Jesús López, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Latin America & Iberian Peninsula.
In addition, Ana Hernández, Managing Director of Universal Music Portugal, will report directly to Jesús López.
Alicia Arauzo began her professional career in 1982 with the Spanish record label Hispavox and held various positions at EMI, BMG and MCA Spain.
In 1996, she joined Universal Music Spain and gradually worked her way up from International Marketing Manager to Marketing Director, before being promoted to her latest role as General Manager in 2020.
Luis Fernández joined Universal Music Spain in 2023 as Head of A&R.
According to UMG, he has a “strong entrepreneurial background,” and prior to joining UMG, he had extensive experience in A&R and artist management, and founded the independent record and music publishing company Sonido, which he launched in 2014. He was the CEO and founder of Muchacho.
Jesús López said: “While Alicia has many qualities, including a wealth of experience, knowledge, immense work ability and an undeniable love for Universal Music, Luis has a wealth of innovation, entrepreneurship and “And he brings deep artistic knowledge.”
“I wish them both great success in this new phase of their careers, and I am sure the entire team will share in this wish.”
Jesus Lopez
Mr. Lopez further added: “Together, they are the perfect team to guide the continued development of our artists and take Universal Music Spain to the next level of success that the music market demands.
“I wish them both great success in this new phase of their careers, and I am sure the entire team will share in this wish.”
“I would like to thank Jesús López for his trust, leadership and constant encouragement to pursue new goals.”
Alicia Arauzo
Alicia Arauzo added:
“Luis and I have many challenges ahead of us, but we will continue to work tirelessly as a team to achieve new milestones for Universal Music Spain, especially in the artistic development that is the DNA of UMG worldwide.” I am confident that it will go well.
“I would like to thank Jesús López for his trust, leadership and constant encouragement to pursue new goals.”
“It is a real honor and a great opportunity to take up this new role at UMS, where I have grown professionally and have felt very supported since my arrival.”
Luis Fernandez
Luis Fernandez said: “It is a real honor and a great opportunity to take on this new role at UMS, where I have grown professionally and felt very supported since my arrival.
“It is a great challenge to take on this responsibility alongside people I have known since entering the industry as we all grow towards a promising future.
“I would like to thank Jesús, Narcís and most of all Alicia for their confidence in me, and the entire A&R team with whom I have shared my learning and professional growth over the last year.”world music business
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