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Daniel Hong Joins Nebula17 as COO
Daniel Hong becomes Chief Operating Officer for Nebula17, the US-Japan music company launching global distribution with The Orchard.
In brief
Daniel Hong becomes Chief Operating Officer for Nebula17, the US-Japan music company launching global distribution with The Orchard. Daniel Hong joins Nebula17 as COO after leading K-pop companies YG USA and JYP USA, as the US-Japan music company signs a global distribution deal with The Orchard. Originally reported…
Nebula17 Appoints Daniel Hong
Nebula17, the Los Angeles-based music company founded by former Avex USA CEO Naoki Osada, has appointed Daniel Hong as Chief Operating Officer.
Hong's Background
Hong previously served as CEO of YG USA and COO of JYP USA, the US operations of K-pop companies YG Entertainment and JYP Entertainment.
Global Distribution Deal
Nebula17 has signed a global distribution partnership with The Orchard, a Sony Music Entertainment company.
Hong's Role
At Nebula17, Hong will work alongside Osada on company strategy, operations, and growth while leading the company’s international division.
Hong's K-pop Experience
During his time in K-pop, he worked closely with acts including BLACKPINK, Stray Kids, and GIRLSET (formerly VCHA).
Hong's Vision
Hong stated J-pop feels ready for its moment out here with incredible production, ride-or-die fanbases, and fresh sound.
New Hires
Nebula17 also hired Martha Blair Reynolds as Senior Director of Marketing, René Mark as Director of Digital, and Natalie Walsh as Director of A&R.
The key point
Daniel Hong joins Nebula17 as COO after leading K-pop companies YG USA and JYP USA, as the US-Japan music company signs a global distribution deal with The Orchard.
