S2 E2: Creating Noise with Caron Veazey

Caron Veazey is a pioneering music executive, talent manager, and cultural strategist with over three decades at the forefront of entertainment. Rising through senior roles including VP of Marketing at RCA, SVP at Island Def Jam, and VP of Global Marketing at Sony Music, she helped shape global campaigns for Beyoncé, Shakira, and Alicia Keys — earning a reputation as one of the most trusted creative strategists in the business.

In 2011, Caron joined Pharrell Williams as his longtime manager and head of i am OTHER, overseeing defining moments like “Happy,” “Blurred Lines,” and Daft Punk’s “Get Lucky.” She guided the brand’s expansion into fashion, film, and art, earning multiple Grammys, Oscar nominations, and Cannes Lions for innovation.

A passionate advocate for equity, Caron co-founded the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC), where she serves as Vice Chair, and launched Something In Common, a management and consulting firm representing visionary creatives. Recognized by Billboard as a “Change Agent” and a Women in Music honoree, Caron Veazey continues to inspire the next generation of cultural leaders.