Josh Van Valkenburg Named President of UMPG Nashville

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Universal Music Publishing Group has appointed Josh Van Valkenburg as President of its Nashville office. He will be based in Music City and report directly to UMPG Chairman and CEO Jody Gerson.

The move comes as Troy Tomlinson, who has led UMPG Nashville, transitions into an advisory role within the company. The leadership change marks a new chapter for one of Nashville’s major publishing operations as it continues to navigate the country and Christian music sectors under Gerson’s global strategy.

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