Three Exit Black River Entertainment
SVP Promotion Bill Macky, Midwest regional Joe Carroll and West Coast rep Jim Malito have exited Black River Entertainment, as first reported by Country Aircheck.
Macky first joined the company in 2012 as VP Promotion and took over as SVP in 2024. Prior to Black River, he spent time at Epic, Sony and MCA. Macky is currently seeking his next opportunity, and can be reached here.
Carroll joined Black River in 2008. His previous career stops include Category 5, Equity and Rust.
Malito joined the company in 2025. Previous career stops include Stone Country, BBR and Warner. Malito can be reached here.
“We are incredibly grateful for the work and service of these great people,” Black River CEO Gordon Kerr told Country Aircheck.
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