VP, A&R – Big Machine Label Group

Allison Jones, currently the VP of A&R for Big Machine Records, The Valory Music Co and Republic Nashville, is a 20-year veteran of the music business.  Her current roster of artists includes Taylor Swift, Reba McEntire, Martina McBride, Jewel, The Band Perry, Rascal Flatts, Eden’s Edge, Jack Ingram, Justin Moore, Steel Magnolia, The Eli Young Band and Sunny Sweeney. Previous A&R positions include; VP of A&R at UMG Nashville (MCA/Mercury),  VP of A&R for Toby Keith’s Show Dog/Universal,  Head of A&R for Dreamworks Nashville, Director of A&R at Giant Records and RCA/BNA Records.  The Florida native holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources and Marketing from Vanderbilt University.  She is a voting member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (Grammys), Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music.  She is a member of SOURCE and a Leadership Music alumni.