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Creative Artists Agency has named John Storey Chief Financial Officer.

Storey joins after 19 years at Asurion, a company focused on technology protection and support, where he most recently served as President of Finance and Operations. During his time at that company, he held the role of CFO for five years, among others in corporate development, strategy, and finance.

Prior to Asurion, Storey worked as a research analyst for a public equities hedge fund and as an investment banker with Robertson Stephens and Alex. Brown & Sons. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce and Mathematics from the University of Virginia, and his Mba from the Graduate School of Business at Stanford.

On his appointment, Storey said, “CAA is as admired for its market-leading position and innovation in the industry as it is for its uniquely powerful culture of collaboration and connection in service of its clients. The company is...

Creative Artists Agency has found a new top finance officer from outside its ranks.

The Century City-based talent representation giant has hired Asurion executive John Storey as its chief financial officer, the agency said on Wednesday. Storey will succeed Carol Sawdye, who had overseen CAA’s finances since taking over the role three years ago after the promotion of Jim Burtson to president of the agency.

“As CAA executes on its vision to best serve our clients by expanding into new business areas and international territories, we are excited to welcome John to our team,” stated Burtson. “John is a proven leader with an exceptional track record of strategic planning and operational improvement. His accomplishments in building for growth match well with our ambitious goals.”

Storey spent nearly two decades at Asurion, an It and tech protection plan company, and previously held a role as an investment banker at Robertson Stephens and Alex.

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