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Warner Music Group announced that Armin Zerza stepped down as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer on…
WMGWarner Music Group Corp.
Warner Music Group announced that Armin Zerza stepped down as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer on July 31, 2026, for personal reasons. The company appointed Louis Dickler as Acting Chief Financial Officer effective immediately; Dickler previously served in this role from November 2021 to February 2022 and continues as Senior Vice President, Global Controller and Chief Accounting Officer. Additionally, Tom Corson was promoted from Co-Chairman and COO of Warner Records to Chief Operating Officer of the entire organization, reporting directly to CEO Robert Kyncl. Corson will continue his duties at Warner Records during a transition period. The company has initiated a formal search for a permanent CFO. This leadership change affects key executive roles within the global recorded music industry.