The first woman to head a French major label, Marie-Anne Robert has been President and CEO of Sony Music Entertainment France since October 2021. After twenty years' experience in the music, digital and marketing sectors, she now oversees all Sony operations, signings and acquisitions. One of Billboard's most influential people in 2022, Marie-Anne Robert's uniqueness lies in her knowledge of independence, her contact with artists and her sense of innovation. We take a look back at her career and ask her about the role and technical specifics of a major label, corporate culture, artist support and development, and the future challenges facing the music industry.
