{"id":2511985,"date":"2026-07-22T04:36:59","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T04:36:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2511985"},"modified":"2026-07-22T04:36:59","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T04:36:59","slug":"academy-of-country-music-announces-andy-schuon-as-new-ceo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/academy-of-country-music-announces-andy-schuon-as-new-ceo\/","title":{"rendered":"Academy Of Country Music Announces Andy Schuon As New CEO"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\">\n                <\/aside>\n<p>            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 3.8.8--><\/p>\n<p><style><![CDATA[\n.inarticle_banner_top { width: 728px; height: 90px; }\n@media(max-width: 800px) { .inarticle_banner_top { width: 300px; height: 250px; } }\n@media(min-width: 800px) { .inarticle_banner_top { width: 728px; height: 90px; } }\n]]><\/style>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<!-- In Article Banner Top -->&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;\n<\/p>\n<p>NASHVILLE (CelebrityAccess) \u2013 The Academy of Country Music\u00ae announced today that <strong>Andy Schuon<\/strong> has been selected as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Academy of Country Music.<\/p>\n<p>Schuon is one of the entertainment industry\u2019s most influential media and music executives, with a career spanning more than four decades defined by a passion for disruption, innovation, and connecting artists with audiences. A pioneering leader who has consistently anticipated what\u2019s next in music, media, and technology, Schuon has held senior leadership roles at MTV, VH1, Warner Bros. Records, Universal Music Group, Ticketmaster, and CBS Radio, while launching groundbreaking platforms and networks including MTV2, Farmclub.com, Pressplay, and REVOLT TV. Throughout his career, he has transformed the way fans discover, experience, and engage with music, building a reputation as a visionary executive who drives growth by embracing change and redefining the entertainment landscape.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe most rewarding moments of my career have come from building for the future and embracing innovation while honoring the artists and creative communities that make music so powerful. Throughout every chapter, from radio and television to streaming, digital media and the music business, the constant has been the transformative power of music to bring people together,\u201d said Schuon.<\/p>\n<p>Schuon continues, \u201cThe Academy of Country Music has long set the standard for recognizing excellence while championing the evolution of Country Music. The organization has a remarkable legacy of celebrating the artists, songwriters, and industry professionals who define Country Music. As the genre continues to reach new audiences around the world, I see an extraordinary opportunity to strengthen the Academy\u2019s impact, deepen engagement with our members, artists, partners, and fans, while ensuring the organization continues to lead the industry through its next era of growth and innovation and help shape an even brighter future for Country Music.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAndy Schuon\u2019s remarkable career reflects a lifelong commitment to innovation, creativity, and serving artists. The ACM Board of Directors is excited to partner with Andy as we continue to strengthen the Academy\u2019s impact, expand its reach, and create even greater value for our members and the Country Music community,\u201d said <strong>Cris Lacy, Chair of the ACM Board of Directors.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This appointment follows a comprehensive, nationwide search overseen by a committee formed by the Academy of Country Music in collaboration with independent search firm ZRG Partners. Schuon\u2019s first day as CEO of the Academy of Country Music will be September 1, 2026. He will be based out of the Academy\u2019s Nashville, TN headquarters. Former ACM CEO Damon Whiteside will continue to serve as CEO Emeritus for the remainder of 2026, working toward a smooth transition and the future success of the Academy of Country Music.<\/p>\n<p><span itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Article\" class=\"itempropwp-wrap\"><!-- ItemProp WP 3.5.201706131 by Rolands Umbrovskis https:\/\/umbrovskis.com\/ --><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Academy Of Country Music Announces Andy Schuon As New CEO\"\/><meta itemprop=\"headline\" content=\"Academy Of Country Music Announces Andy Schuon As New CEO\"\/><meta itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntityOfPage\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/WebPage\" itemid=\"https:\/\/celebrityaccess.com\/2026\/07\/21\/academy-of-country-music-announces-andy-schuon-as-new-ceo\/\"\/> <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/celebrityaccess.com\/2026\/07\/21\/academy-of-country-music-announces-andy-schuon-as-new-ceo\/\"\/><span itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"><meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/celebrityaccess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/andyschuon.jpg\"\/><meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"1002\"\/><meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"600\"\/><\/span><meta itemprop=\"author\" content=\"https:\/\/celebrityaccess.com\/author\/stacy\/\"\/><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"NASHVILLE (CelebrityAccess) - The Academy of Country Music\u00ae announced today that Andy Schuon has been selected as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Academy of Country Music.Schuon is one of the entertainment industry's most influential media and music executives, with a career spanning more than four decades defined by a passion for disruption, innovation, and connecting artists with audiences. A pioneering leader who has consistently anticipated what's next in music, media, and technology, Schuon has held senior leadership roles at MTV, VH1, Warner Bros. Records, Universal Music Group, Ticketmaster, and CBS Radio, while launching groundbreaking platforms and networks including MTV2, Farmclub.com, Pressplay, and REVOLT TV. Throughout his career, he has transformed the way fans discover, experience, and engage with music, building a reputation as a visionary executive who drives growth by embracing change and redefining the entertainment landscape.&quot;The most rewarding moments of my career have come from building for the future and embracing innovation while honoring the artists and creative communities that make music so powerful. Throughout every chapter, from radio and television to streaming, digital media and the music business, the constant has been the transformative power of music to bring people together,\u201d said Schuon.Schuon continues, \u201cThe Academy of Country Music has long set the standard for recognizing excellence while championing the evolution of Country Music. The organization has a remarkable legacy of celebrating the artists, songwriters, and industry professionals who define Country Music. As the genre continues to reach new audiences around the world, I see an extraordinary opportunity to strengthen the Academy's impact, deepen engagement with our members, artists, partners, and fans, while ensuring the organization continues to lead the industry through its next era of growth and innovation and help shape an even brighter future for Country Music.&quot;\u201cAndy Schuon\u2019s remarkable career reflects a lifelong commitment to innovation, creativity, and serving artists. The ACM Board of Directors is excited to partner with Andy as we continue to strengthen the Academy's impact, expand its reach, and create even greater value for our members and the Country Music community,\u201d said Cris Lacy, Chair of the ACM Board of Directors.This appointment follows a comprehensive, nationwide search overseen by a committee formed by the Academy of Country Music in collaboration with independent search firm ZRG Partners. Schuon\u2019s first day as CEO of the Academy of Country Music will be September 1, 2026. He will be based out of the Academy\u2019s Nashville, TN headquarters. 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