Roberts to rule Warner Group

Warner/Chappell Music senior V . p .-CFO John Roberts will need over as Warner Group CFO by Jan. 1, succeeding Steven Macri, who's exiting the business. Roberts has held his publish at WMG's posting arm since 2007 he was formerly senior V . p ., finance and administration, for South and north Usa at BMG Music Posting. Macri has offered as professional V . p .-CFO since 2008. He'll stick to board at WMG using the finish of year to make certain a level transition. WMG chairman in the board Edgar Bronfman, Junior., mentioned in the statement, "Steve Macri is doing an excellent job, controlling our global financial methods with skill and vision, and trading in position a team of top-flight financial professionals, including John Roberts.Brian's financial acumen and deep understanding of the music activity industry and also the organization cause him to an ideal candidate to fill this vital role." News of Roberts' new role came a following day of the comprehensive reorg of professional duties on WMG's worldwide side (Variety, November. 10). Contact the number newsroom at news@variety.com