Stephanie Yu Ascends to General Counsel at Sony Music

Sony Music has elevated Stephanie Yu to the pivotal role of General Counsel and Executive Vice President, Business and Legal Affairs. This appointment marks a significant internal promotion, with Yu reporting directly to Rob Stringer, Chairman of Sony Music Group, and Kevin Kelleher, COO of Sony Music.

In her new capacity, Yu will be instrumental in guiding the company's worldwide business, legal, and governmental affairs. Her long-standing commitment to Sony Music, spanning 21 years, underpins this transition. She succeeds Julie Swidler, who departed the position earlier this summer.

Prior to this executive appointment, Yu made substantial contributions as Executive Vice President and U.S. Lead of Business and Legal Affairs for over two years. Her earlier career included a role as a litigator at Covington & Burling, followed by a move to Epic Records within Sony Music in 2011, where she progressed through various leadership positions.

Yu's professional achievements are further highlighted by her inclusion in Variety's Music's Legal Elite list. She is also actively involved in industry organizations, serving on the Executive Committee of the Entertainment Law Initiative and previously on the board of Womankind.