The International Music Managers Forum have appointed Velocity PR's Andy Saunders as Director of Communications - he will oversee all the media and comms tasks for the trade association.
Confirming his appointment Saunders told reporters: "I am delighted and honoured to have been asked to represent an organisation that do so much positive work on a global level for artists and artist managers."
IMMF secretary general Peter Jenner added: "With so many important issues impacting on artists and their managers at the moment it is imperative that we communicate our message clearly and effectively through the media."