Ted Cohen

Ted Cohen is a veteran digital entertainment executive whose career spans more than 40 years on behalf of both creators and rights holders, guiding them through multiple waves of technological disruption. He has held senior roles at Warner Bros. Records, Philips Media, and EMI Music, where as SVP of Digital Development & Distribution he helped negotiate over 100 digital licensing deals, including early agreements with iTunes, Napster, and Rhapsody. Cohen is currently Managing Partner of TAG Strategic, a digital entertainment consultancy that has worked with clients ranging from Gibson Guitar, Coca-Cola, Verizon, and SanDisk to innovative music and media start-ups.
Over the past 20 years, Cohen has been deeply involved with algorithmic and AI-powered search and personalization, collaborating with platforms such as Spotify, Pandora, EchoNest, and Microsoft to shape new forms of digital music discovery. Known throughout the industry as a “super connector” and the “Godfather of Digital Music,” he has helped bridge the gap between traditional music business practices and emerging technologies, often serving as a translator between creative, technical, and business stakeholders. He has also co-created and guided influential industry gatherings like Webnoize and MidemNet, further cementing his role as a thought leader at the intersection of media and technology.