Santiago Menéndez-Pidal, the newly appointed president for Warner Chappell Music in Southern Europe, has stated his intent to help “break new talent across borders” when he starts his new role on October 1.
Menéndez-Pidal will continue to run WCM Spain, but will also oversee the publisher’s operations in Italy. Roberto Razzini, managing director of WCM Italy, stepped down from his role at the end of August.
In addition, Menéndez-Pidal will work with WCM’s local consultants in Greece to expand its presence there. He will also collaborate with WCM’s team in Paris
“It’s a huge honour to be asked to step into this new role,” he commented.
“Our local teams have been doing such great work in discovering, nurturing and supporting our writers, and I can’t wait to help them do even more to break talent across borders and champion our brilliant roster. I also want to pay tribute to Roberto Razzini, who has been an amazing friend and colleague over the years.”
“We’re so excited that Santi has agreed to accept this new challenge,” stated Guy Moot and Carianne Marshall, co-chairs of Warner Chappell Music.
“He’s a brilliant exec and music man who truly connects with songwriters and knows how to move the needle for them creatively and commercially. We think that connecting our businesses across Southern Europe even more will lead to synergies that’ll benefit our writers throughout the region.