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Sarah Trahern to Retire as Country Music Association CEO at End of 2026
- Sarah Trahern will retire as CMA CEO at the end of 2026 after leading the organization since 2014.
- Trahern will guide CMA through year-end transition while the board searches for a successor.
- A search committee was formed and Buffkin Baker was retained to oversee the process.
- Trahern has led CMA since 2014 and oversaw signature events like the CMA Awards and CMA Fest.
- Trahern described retirement as a chance to stay connected to the industry in new ways.
- CMA Foundation has directed more than $30 million to music education under Trahern.
- Jay Williams, CMA board chair, praised Trahern for leaving an indelible mark on CMA and the industry.
- The CMA will announce additional details about the search in February.
- Trahern will remain in her role through year-end 2026 as leadership transitions.
- Trahern’s tenure began before CMA’s notable events, shaping the organization’s direction.
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