Chris Sheehan Named SESAC’s VP, International

Performing rights organization SESAC has appointed Karousel Music Co-Founder Chris Sheehan as its Vice President, International.

The role:

• As per Music Business Worldwide, Sheehan will build on the work of predecessor John Sweeney, a long-time representative of SESAC in the UK prior to his June 2025 passing.

Backstory:

• London-based Karousel Music is a boutique music publisher, artist management company, and record label.

• Through Karousel Sheehan has been a long-time collaborator with SESAC on a series of live initiatives, such as a SESAC and Karousel-affiliated showcase at Germany’s Reeperbahn Festival.

• Across Sheehan’s 25+ year career he has worked as an artist, engineer and producer, and he currently manages UK-based artist Ruby Duff.

• He has also held a board position with the International Association of Artists and Rightsholders.

What they said:

• Sam Kling, SESAC Chief Creative Officer: “We’re thrilled to welcome Chris to the SESAC family. As a trusted partner of our organization and close friend to John Sweeney, we’re confident he will honor John’s legacy while providing exceptional support to our affiliates in the UK and beyond.”