The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) Welcomes Madelaine Napoleone to its Board of Directors
TORONTO – February 26, 2026 — The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced today the appointment of Madelaine Napoleone to its Board of Directors. A collaborative and highly respected marketing executive, Napoleone brings deep experience in artist development, strategic marketing and audience growth across Canada and internationally.
Napoleone currently serves as co-General Manager at Warner Music Canada, where she oversees marketing, social, creative, radio, communications and leads cross-functional teams to elevate and amplify Canadian artists. With a strong strategic vision and innovative approach to audience growth and revenue development, she plays a key role in expanding the reach of Canadian talent both nationally and internationally.
“Madelaine’s career reflects both a deep understanding of the evolving music landscape and a strong commitment to championing artists at every stage of their journey,” says Allan Reid, President & CEO, CARAS/The JUNO Awards. “Her experience building impactful marketing strategies and growing audiences for Canadian talent at home and globally will be an incredible asset to CARAS as we continue to support and celebrate our industry.”
Napoleone joins a distinguished group of industry leaders who guide CARAS’ strategic direction and governance, ensuring the organization continues to elevate Canadian artists and music professionals across the country and around the world.
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About CARAS
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) is a not-for-profit organization created to preserve and enhance the Canadian music industry and promote higher artistic and industry standards. CARAS’ mandate is comprised of four key pillars: Educate through our music education charity, MusiCounts, programs and initiatives; Develop emerging artists through mentorship and development programs; Celebrate Canadian artists with year-round JUNO Awards showcasing; and Honour music industry icons through the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. The 55th annual JUNO Awards Broadcast will take place in Hamilton at TD Coliseum on Sunday, March 29, 2026. For more information on the JUNO Awards or The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS), please visit www.junoawards.ca.
About MusiCounts
MusiCounts is Canada’s music education charity associated with CARAS and the JUNO Awards. MusiCounts’ vision is to ensure that all youth in Canada have access to music education through their schools and communities. This vision is realized through grant programs that invest directly into schools and communities across Canada that put musical instruments into the hands of kids who need them the most. Additionally, MusiCounts creates educational resources for teachers and students; empowers young people to pursue music as a career; and celebrates teachers, artists, and philanthropists who champion music education. Since 1997 MusiCounts has awarded over $19,000,000 in support of music education in Canada.
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