Holly Zabka has been elevated to President of Provident Entertainment. Reporting directly to Sony Music Nashville Chairman/CEO Randy Goodman, Zabka succeeds Terry Hemmings, who will exit at the end of August.

“Over the last two decades, Terry has played an important part in shaping Provident and we are grateful to him for his commitment to leading the business and supporting our artists, songwriters and creators for so long,” said Goodman.

He continues, “As Sony Music Nashville continues to work even more closely with Provident, we are committed to strengthening that connection under the leadership of Holly as she further elevates Provident, our artists and our songwriters.”

“I am excited to see a new generation of leaders take this business forward and further the foundation we have built together,” added Hemmings.

With decades of experience in leadership roles across the publishing and creative sides of the music business, Zabka is a 14-year vet of Provident and most recently served as SVP, Essential Music Publishing and Head of Creative for Provident Label Group. During her tenure, the company has had more than 60 #1 songs.

“In my new role, I am honored to continue advocating for our creatives and leading an amazing staff in developing our business, writing exciting new chapters for growth and opportunity, and ushering in a vibrant season of significant songs and stories,” shared Zabka.