PLN A
Publishing
FOUNDERS
Christopher Hearn
Head of Artist & Repertoire
Christopher Hearn is a visionary strategist, artist, and cultural architect, leading artist growth at PLN A. With over 15 years of experience in music, branding, and community innovation, he designs ecosystems that transform talent into thriving enterprises for artists. A New York University graduate and seasoned consultant for Nike, MLS, and civic initiatives, Christopher bridges creativity with disciplined strategy. His genius lies in translating artistic authenticity into scalable opportunity—guiding emerging voices to build legacies rooted in integrity, craft, and connection. Under his direction, PLN A is redefining how artistry and business evolve together.
Deven White-Revere
Head of Publishing Administration
Deven White-Revere performs at an intersection of art and advocacy. As the Head of Publishing Administration for PLN A, he bridges the gap between creative vision and commercial strategy, navigating copyright law. With the honor of studying Music Publishing at New York University under the guidance of Susan B. Dodes, former Director of Talent Acquisition and A&R at Warner Chappell Music, Deven’s academic pursuit empowers him to translate the industry's evolving landscape to independent artists and songwriters, leveraging data and industry knowledge to build more effective, forward-thinking administration strategies for the songwriters and catalogs he serves. His goal is clear: to provide creators with an administrative partner that is not just a protector of their past works, but an active architect of their future value.
Malcolm Marshall
Head of Business & Stragety
Malcolm Marshall is a purpose-driven strategist and visionary, shaping how creative communities grow and sustain themselves. As Head of Strategy and Business Development at PLN A, he connects cultural ecosystems with strategic infrastructure, developing partnerships, revenue models, and scalable frameworks that turn creative momentum into enduring opportunities. Having achieved success across technology, financial services, and entrepreneurship, Malcolm brings a wealth of experience and perspective to PLN A—leading artist-centered initiatives grounded in innovation, integrity, and long-term sustainability. His work fuses analytical precision with creative vision, ensuring PLN A operates not just as a publisher but as a platform for empowerment, ownership, and impact.