Sony Music Publishing has opened a new flagship office in the Philippines, appointing Stephanie Ortiz as General Manager, effective immediately.
Based in Manila, Ortiz reports to Sony Music Publishing’s newly appointed President for Asia, Roslyn Pineda, who will be based out of Hong Kong.
Ortiz comes to the role with over a decade of music industry and business experience. She previously served as Head of Digital Business at Universal Music Group Philippines, where she led commercial partnerships and digital growth. She later moved to Believe Music as Head of Label, overseeing partnerships with Universal Records, Polyeast Records, and ABS-CBN’s Star Music, while also signing independent artists.
Her background extends beyond music. At BDO Unibank, she served as Head of Contract and Risk Management, and at Smart Communications, she handled the music category within the company’s digital products and partnerships division.
The new office, SMP PH, will work across the Filipino music industry, engaging labels, collection societies, and other industry stakeholders to build international networks for the company’s roster of composers and songwriters.
That roster already includes Filipino acts like Ben&Ben, SB19’s John Paulo Nase, Josh Cullen Santos, Justin de Dios, O SIDE MAFIA, DWTA, Ace Banzuelo, MATEO, Arnel de Pano, Mike Hanopol, Rey Valera and more.
Commenting on the move, Roslyn Pineda, President, Asia, Sony Music Publishing, said: “Stephanie Ortiz’s appointment as General Manager of Sony Music Publishing Philippines marks a pivotal moment for our organization and the Filipino music landscape.”
“Her extensive experience and deep understanding of the industry will drive innovation and growth, fostering a vibrant ecosystem for creativity in the region.”
Roslyn Pineda, Sony Music Publishing
Added Pineda: “Her extensive experience and deep understanding of the industry will drive innovation and growth, fostering a vibrant ecosystem for creativity in the region. I am confident her leadership will enhance our presence and help connect Filipino artistry with audiences around the world.”
Guy Henderson, President, International, Sony Music Publishing, added: “I am thrilled that we have opened our company in the Philippines. The Philippines has an exciting domestic market and with music traveling around the world as never before, there is huge worldwide potential for Filipino songwriters.
“With Stephanie Ortiz and her team and Sony Music Publishing’s creative and administrative reach, the global opportunities for Filipino writers are limitless.”
“I am thrilled that we have opened our company in the Philippines. The Philippines has an exciting domestic market and with music traveling around the world as never before, there is huge worldwide potential for Filipino songwriters.”
Guy Henderson, Sony Music Publishing
Ortiz added: “It is an honor to champion Filipino songwriters, from legendary voices to emerging talent.
“We look forward to bringing their music to the international stage, connecting their stories and creativity with audiences everywhere and supporting their continued growth and success.”
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