Ellis, who was appointed interim CEO of the trade body in April, steps into the position on a permanent basis, following a nationwide recruitment process.
BRISBANE, Australia — The search is over. Kristy Ellis is the new CEO of QMusic.
Moving forward, Ellis will oversee the association as it drives sector growth and delivers key industry programs and events, which include the BIGSOUND summit and showcase event and the Queensland Music Awards (QMAs).
Ellis boasts more than two decades’ experience in the creative industries, sports, major events and commercial management, with previous role at AFC Women’s Asian Cup, Queensland Rugby Union (Queensland Reds), TEDxBrisbane, and as a board member for Ballet Theatre Queensland.
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Ellis succeeds Kris Stewart, who stepped down from the top job at QMusic in April after five years in the role.
The Queensland contemporary music community and its trade body are in a unique situation, with a golden opportunity at stake. Brisbane is the host city for the 2032 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games, a moment that will cast a spotlight so bright that the state’s musicians ought to benefit.
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