Interscope Promotes Michelle An, Laura Carter and Ramon Alvarez-Smikle to Executive Posts

Interscope Geffen A&M (IGA) today announced new Creative and Urban leadership roles.

Michelle An has been promoted to President & Chief Creative Officer, IGA, reporting to John Janick. She will continue to lead IGA Pop/Rock and expand her role across IGA, “helping artists shape the worlds around their music, from visual identity and storytelling to brand development and long-term career strategy,” the announcement reads.

Laura Carter and Ramon Alvarez-Smikle have been promoted to Co-Presidents, Urban, IGA, reporting to John Janick and working closely with An. Alvarez-Smikle new role will also encompass building and scaling the digital systems and infrastructure across the entire IGA roster, including both Urban and Pop/Rock.

“IGA has always been defined by original voices and by the teams who back those voices with taste, conviction and care,” said John Janick, Chairman and CEO of Interscope Capitol. “Michelle has one of the clearest creative instincts in the business. She helps artists make the world around their music feel bold, fully realized and unmistakably their own.

“Laura and Ramon bring complementary strengths to IGA Urban. Laura has earned deep trust through her artist relationships, creative judgment and commitment to developing talent. Ramon brings cultural instinct, deep digital expertise and a sharp understanding of how artists build audiences and communities. Together, they will connect A&R, marketing and digital strategy around each artist’s vision, helping IGA Urban artists move with more clarity, momentum, and impact.”