NACPA Names Joe Reinartz Executive Director; Cynthia Wallace, Ben Liss To Retire In 2020

“There will be an extended period of transition as there is a great deal for Joe and Linda to learn about NACPA – our systems, procedures and long history,” Liss and Wallace wrote to the NACPA members. “We will remain with NACPA …through this summer. During the coming months, we will work closely with Joe and Linda to coordinate a smooth transition in their assumption of our responsibilities.”  Reinartz and Moody will join NACPA Dec. 1 to being training ahead of the transition.

Reinartz, a resident of Fresno, Calif., has a long background in music business journalism, having served at Pollstar for 21 years as a news and features writer and news editor. 

“I am obviously excited about the upcoming challenges as executive director of NACPA,” Reinartz said. “However, I wish to stress that, as I acclimate to the position, my fealty is to the Board and to the members of the Association and will serve them to the best of my ability.”

He’s worked with NACPA since the mid-’90s, including with its Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Oral History project, interviewing William Morris agent Dick Alen for the Hall’s archives. He also recent worked for Celebrity Access. Moody, also of Fresno, has worked with Reinartz for a decade and both will remain based in the California city.

Wallace and Liss stress that the transition will be gradual as Reinartz and Moody learn the ropes in their new roles. 

“We have known Joe for many years – as have a number of NACPA members – and have found him to be honorable, sensible and now excited about the new challenges he will have leading NACPA. Joe’s skill set includes strong communication and organizational skills,” according to the announcement.