Mike Smith Stands Down As Warner Chappell UK Managing Director

LONDON — Mike Smith is standing down as managing director of Warner Chappell U.K. with immediate effect. The widely-respected exec said “family reasons” were behind his surprise exit from the publisher.
“My time at Warner Chappell has been hugely rewarding and I want to thank all of my colleagues around the world, and the amazing songwriting talent I’ve had the privilege to work with for their love and support,” said Smith in a statement.
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