# Warner Chappell COO Carianne Marshall Steps Down

> Warner Chappell's COO Carianne Marshall leaves after seven years to streamline leadership.
- Title: Warner Chappell COO Carianne Marshall Steps Down · Billboard
- Summary: Warner Chappell's COO Carianne Marshall leaves after seven years to streamline leadership. Carianne Marshall exits Warner Chappell after seven years to help…
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/pro/carianne-marshall-leaves-warner-chappell-coo-co-chair
- Author: Kristin Robinson
- Published: 2026-09-21T16:58:29+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: carianne marshall, warner chappell, warner music group, coo, seamless transition, leadership structure
## Who left
Carianne Marshall, Warner Chappell's COO and co-chair, steps down after seven years.
## Why she left
Warner Music Group streamlines leadership by removing co-chairs from their roles.
## What happened next
Guy Moot remains sole chair while Marshall stays through year-end for transition.
## How she helped
Marshall built Warner Chappell's creative services department for songwriters.
## What people said
Marshall praised the company's growth and culture during her seven-year tenure.
## What happens next
Warner Chappell continues with its new leadership structure for songwriters.
## Key takeaway

Carianne Marshall exits Warner Chappell after seven years to help streamline Warner Music Group's leadership structure.