Chris Dempsey

Chris Dempsey is an experienced music industry professional with a career spanning over two decades. Currently serving as Managing Director and Artist Manager at YMU Music since October 2014, Chris oversees high-profile artists such as Take That and Gary Barlow. Prior experience includes a role as Senior Marketing Manager at Sony Music Entertainment, where campaign management for major labels like Epic and Columbia was key, working with artists including Meghan Trainor and Ozzy Osbourne. Chris also held the position of A&R Product Manager at Jeepster Recordings, collaborating with acts like Belle & Sebastian, and co-founded SPILL Magazine while managing its record label from 2002 to 2006. Chris holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Contemporary Popular Music from the Academy of Contemporary Music.