Cindy Mabe has exited her role as Universal Music Group Nashville’s chair and CEO after nearly 18 years with the company, according to reports.

Mabe, whose exit was first reported by Country Air Check, was appointed Umgn chair and CEO in April 2023, leaving the post less than two years into the role. The executive was the first woman to lead a major Nashville label group, succeeding retired chair and CEO Mike Dungan as Umgn chair and CEO after he stepped down in 2023.

The veteran music exec has had a lengthy career in the Nashville music scene. She began her career as a promotions coordinator at RCA Nashville, later working in sales, artist marketing and development, working with artists like Martina McBride and Alabama during that time.

She’s also worked at Arista Records Nashville for eight years as senior director of marketing and artist development, working with Alan Jackson, Brad Paisley,...