After exiting Warner Music Nashville as EVP last year, Shane Tarleton has landed at powerhouse management company Morris Higham, HITS can reveal.

There's no word yet on Tarleton's title, but he is expected to be heavily involved on the creative and content side for a roster that boasts Kenny Chesney, Old Dominion, Kris Kristofferson and Barbara Mandrell, among others.

“It’s the Wild West out there and having Shane’s expertise both in management and label services is invaluable," said Morris Higham president Clint Higham. "We’re honored he is joining our team.” Added GM Kyle Quigley of Tarleton, "I have long respected Shane’s creativity and passion for supporting artists’ visions and as an ambassador for our industry."

Tarleton praised Higham's "impeccable reputation for assembling the best team around the talent he represents" and described the new gig as "an incredible gift for this next chapter of my career."