TORONTO, ON – September 28, 2026 – The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) today announced the appointment of Jordan Evans, Founder of S&R Management and co-founder at Golden Child Recordings, to its Board of Directors.
Evans joins a group of leaders from across Canada’s music industry who provide strategic guidance and oversight to CARAS and its mandate to educate, develop, celebrate and honour Canadian music and the people who make it.
Jordan Evans is a Toronto-based record producer, songwriter and music executive, and Founder of Golden Child Recordings and S&R Management. He has produced and written for artists including Jay-Z, Eminem, Drake, John Legend and H.E.R., and currently manages Daniel Caesar alongside longtime music partner Matthew Burnett.
“Jordan has built an incredible career working across every facet of the music industry as a producer, songwriter, manager and executive,” said Allan Reid, President & CEO, CARAS/The JUNO Awards. “His passion for artists and his experience working in Canada and around the world will bring a valuable perspective to our Board. We’re thrilled to welcome him as we continue our work to champion Canadian music globally.”
The Complete List of the 2026-2027 CARAS and MusiCounts Board of Directors and Officers
Chair – Julie Adam, President & CEO, Universal Music Canada
President & CEO/Executive Producer – Allan Reid, President & CEO, CARAS/The JUNO Awards
1st Vice-Chair – Kate Purchase, Senior Director, International AI Governance, Microsoft
2nd Vice-Chair – Philippe Archambault, General Manager, Audiogram; Vice President, Music, Quebecor
Secretary –Adam Burchill – VP Marketing, MLSE
Directors:
Jennifer Dettman – Executive Director, Unscripted Content, CBC
*NEW* Jordan Evans – Founder, Golden Child Recordings and S&R Management
Laurie Lee Boutet – Founder, Wednesday Management
Madelaine Napoleone – Co-General Manager, Warner Music Canada
Ryan Balaski – SVP of Music, Live Nation Canada
Shane Carter – President, Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.
Spek – Founder & CEO, PopArabia and ESMAA; EVP, International & Emerging Markets, Reservoir
CARAS and MusiCounts extend their gratitude to all Board members for their ongoing commitment to championing Canadian artists and music education across the country, and offer their sincere thanks to outgoing Director Mark Harrison for four years of dedicated service to the organization.
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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. 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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