Steve Hodges
Franklin,TN
Summary
Accomplished Executive Vice President at Sony Music Entertainment Inc., with a proven track record of fostering company growth and spearheading strategic initiatives, developing artists careers. Expert in leadership and strategic planning, led teams to achieve "Label Of The Year" nine times at Capitol Records Nashville. Skilled in building relationships and driving organizational change, excel in maximizing artist exposure and enhancing employee productivity.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Vice President
Sony Music Entertainment Inc.
07.2015 - 12.2024
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across departments.
- Involved with signing and developing artists and helping maximize their exposure in the marketplace.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints, contributing to overall company success.
- Assembled team of vice president-level leaders to grow business and help achieve critical mass exposure for artists.
- Spearheaded organizational change management efforts, leading to enhanced employee engagement and productivity during a transitional period of the entertainment industry.
- Promoted a culture of accountability through regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback, and rewards for exceptional contributions towards company goals.
- Multi format experience with cross-over artists/songs including Beyonce, Kane Brown, Luke Combs, P!NK, Justin Timberlake, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, etc.
Senior Vice President
Capitol Records Nashville
04.1994 - 12.2014
- Led Nashville based team to 9 consecutive "Label Of The Year" achievements. Instrumental in developing careers of Trace Adkins, Lady A, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Deana Carter, Eric Church, Darius Rucker, Little Big Town, and Keith Urban.
- Started EMI Records Nashville in 2010 and developed relationships with both Capitol and EMI entities in N.Y. and L.A.
Education
Broadcast Journalism
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR01-1986
Skills
- Leadership experience
- Strategic planning and execution
- Employee retention
- Relationship and team building
- Organizational skills
- Client relationship building
- Executive leadership
Timeline
Executive Vice President
Sony Music Entertainment Inc.
07.2015 - 12.2024
Senior Vice President
Capitol Records Nashville
04.1994 - 12.2014
Broadcast Journalism
University of Arkansas
Similar Profiles
Aino-Amelie HeleniusAino-Amelie Helenius
Intern at Sony Music Entertainment Finland OyIntern at Sony Music Entertainment Finland Oy
Justin GenzoJustin Genzo
Associate Director, Release Management at Sony Music EntertainmentAssociate Director, Release Management at Sony Music Entertainment
Joshua PlummerJoshua Plummer
A&R Intern - Summer Semester at SONY MUSIC EntertainmentA&R Intern - Summer Semester at SONY MUSIC Entertainment