Stevie Spring CBE becomes new chair of PRS for Music board

British copyright collective PRS for Music has appointed British media executive Stevie Spring CBE as the new chair of its board. Spring succeeds Stephen Davidson, who has held the role since 2014 and will be officially stepping down at this year’s AGM.   

Sprin was appointed by the PRS Members’ Council for an initial three-year term and, in her new position, will supervise the organisation’s operation and strategy. Having originally trained as a lawyer, Spring brings to her new role extensive experience of leadership within a range of public, private, charity, government and membership organisations.

PRS for Music CEO Andrea Czapary Martin said: ‘Stevie’s appointment is a reflection on our ambition to maximise the value of the rights we represent and deliver world-class services for members and customers. She brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, with a career as CEO and chair, that spans global companies, small start-ups and charities. As we enter our 110th year, I look forward to working closely with Stevie to shape the next chapter of PRS for Music.’

Currently an independent non-executive director for the Co-op Group and chair of mental health charity Mind, Spring’s previous experience includes three and a half years spent as executive chair of The British Council. During her 35-year career in the creative industries she held CEO roles with ClearChannel and Future plc, as well as chairing Children in Need for the BBC.

She will build on Stephen Davidson’s nine-year tenure as chair, during which he has supported PRS for Music through changes including the launch of its joint venture with PPL and the appointment of Czapary Martin as CEO.

Czapary Martin added: ‘I am grateful to Stephen for his invaluable and studious advice, guiding us through some of the most precarious and prosperous years the music industry has faced. His support and counsel have helped to shape PRS for Music into the high-achieving global business it is today.’