Pete Fisher Steps Down As ACM CEO, RAC Clark Named Interim Executive Dir.

Pete Fisher

In a surprise move, PETE FISHER is stepping down as CEO of the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC (ACM) after nearly two-and-a-half years in the role. R.A. (RAC) CLARK, Exec. Producer of the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS, has been appointed interim Executive Dir. of the ACADEMY, effective immediately.

In addition to the ACM, FISHER headed the organization’s charitable arm, ACM LIFTING LIVES. He joined the ACM in early 2017 after 17 years as VP/GM for the GRAND OLE OPRY (NET NEWS 1/9/17). He plans to pursue new opportunities.  

“Following many years on the ACM Board, it’s been an honor to serve the ACADEMY in the role of CEO,” said FISHER. “I’ve greatly enjoyed working with the ACADEMY staff, Officers and Boards, and I look forward to continuing to support the good work of the ACM and ACM LIFTING LIVES.  Proud of what we have accomplished, I look forward to what the future holds.”

CLARK has been associated with the ACM through his 38-year producing career. In addition to producing the “ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS” since 1999, he has also executive produced numerous ACM television specials, among other shows. He is the son of one of the founding members of the ACM AWARDS telecast, the late broadcasting legend DICK CLARK.

Said CLARK, “My work with the ACM over the years has included some of my most professionally fulfilling projects. I look forward to stepping into this interim role and supporting the legacy of the ACADEMY."

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