Business & Finance
QMusic appoints Kristy Ellis as permanent chief executive officer
Ellis takes over leadership of the Queensland music industry body following an interim period and a nationwide search.
The short version
- Kristy Ellis has been named permanent CEO of Australian music trade body QMusic after serving in the role on an interim basis since April.
- Ellis succeeds Kris Stewart, who departed after leading the organization for five years.
- In her role, Ellis will manage major industry programs, including the BIGSOUND summit and the Queensland Music Awards.
Key facts
- QMusic announced the permanent appointment of Kristy Ellis as its chief executive officer following a nationwide search conducted with u&u Recruitment Partners.[Billboard]
- Ellis stepped into the interim CEO position in April after former chief executive Kris Stewart vacated the role following a five-year tenure.[Billboard]
- As CEO, Ellis will oversee organizational initiatives and key industry events, including the Queensland Music Awards and the BIGSOUND conference and showcase.[Billboard]
- Ellis's career spans more than 20 years across commercial management, sports, major events, and creative fields, including previous work with Queensland Rugby Union, TEDxBrisbane, the AFC Women's Asian Cup, and Ballet Theatre Queensland.[Billboard]