Co-founded by Brian Eno, EarthPercent encourages musicians and industry members to take on climate change and has raised $2 million for climate action since 2021.
"Together they form a potent team to help the incredible artists on our label reach their full creative potential and drive our ongoing transformation," says CMG chief Tom March.
Also this week: Laguna Beach creator Liz Gateley forms a new company, Payday expands its sync team and Symphonic Distribution beefs up its presence in Asia.
Obermann joins Newman, a 16-year Apple Music veteran, from his previous role as global head of music business development at ByteDance.
"It is the honor of a lifetime to lead Billboard and the team," says Van, who has served as the brand's president since 2022.
The label's first release is a track from rising Swedish producer Discrete.
New CEO Mike Harris and chief creative office Dave Cobb add Katie McCartney and Tom LaScola to their executive team.
Also this week: Complex's founder returns, Big Machine hires a Universal veteran, Warner Music Nashville promotes a pair, and 5B launches its Pink Motel.
In the new role, Jorgensen will lead the company's Block 21 businesses in the city, including ACL Live, 3TEN and W Austin.
Zerza succeeds Bryan Castellani, who will serve until May 5.
