The three founders of Sónar, Enric Palau, Ricard Robles and Sergio Caballero, and the CEO, Ventura Barba, have completely disassociated themselves from the festival, according to has advanced The Vanguard and has been confirmed by ACN. This information suggests that a new CEO has been appointed, François Jozic, founder and until now the head of the Brunch Elektronic festival, also held in Barcelona.