Higher Sanderd: BMI Exec. Dir./Creative, Nashville Shannon Sanders has been promoted to AVP. He will continue signing and developing new talent and fostering emerging and established songwriters through educational programs, showcase events and industry networking opportunities. “Shannon’s extensive industry experience and unwavering commitment to songwriters make him an invaluable member of BMI’s Creative team,” says VP/Creative, Nashville Clay Bradley, to whom Sanders reports. Sanders joined BMI in 2020 (CAT 12/10/20) from Cromwell Urban Oldies WPRT-HD2-W271AB/Nashville. Reach him here.