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Ron Harwood

Canadian Country Music Label Veteran Ron Harwood Retires After 37 Years: 'Left a Lasting Mark'

Currently director of national promotion with BMLG/Blue Highway, the popular veteran is leaving the industry later this month. Donna Lidster, head of Canada at Blue Highway, sent an exclusive tribute to Billboard Canada.

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