Interactive Schedule
Visit throughout the day
Exhibit Hall
Exhibitors
Activations & Experiences
Community Organizations
HR & Talent Recruitment
College & University
AlphaTheta
Get a taste of the DJ experience with gear, headphones, speakers, and more to try out!
Five Mics Studios
Try out our mobile hip-hop trading card game!
Klicks by Kam
Get professional headshots taken and see how commercial photography happens in real-time.
L'Acoustics
Lux Lighting
Get hands-on experience with different lighting used in live events.
Mobile Sessions LLC
Get a mobile recording experience. Try out guitar, vocal mics, synths, V-Drums, Dolby Atmos listening and more!
OnesToWatch
Learn how to get involved!
Snap Inc.
Check out Snapchat’s interactive mirrors to make your post standout!
Too Lost
Learn what music distribution entails, and get a walkthrough of how Too Lost can help you on your artist journey.
We Make Noise LA
WMN’s mission is to harness the power of music and technology to advance global gender equity. We are providing information on our organization and the LA chapter, and providing a fun, safe and encouraging avenue for participants to engage with tech. We have workstations equipped with Ableton Push, a synthesizer, and headphones to try out!
Young Producers Group
Discover The Young Producers Group CTE Pathway of Music Production Curricula. Learn how to make music using DAW’s like Soundtrap and Ableton Live.
24/7 Artists
The 24/7 Artists CreatorSPC tool simplifies the business side of music for artists and their teams. We’re showcasing the tool and inviting artists and music industry professionals to join us, offering insights into navigating the music business successfully, and more.
Active Minds
Active Minds is the premier organization impacting young adults and mental health. We’re on more than 1,000 campuses and communities and directly reach more than 1.9 million people each year through awareness campaigns, events, advocacy, outreach, and more. At our booth, we are showcasing both our Cause and Career program that helps to connect young adults with careers in mental health and our resources intended to support youth and young adults in erasing the stigma around mental health.
Cal State University Entertainment Alliance
Learn about the resources offered through CSUEA
Girls Make Beats
Try out beat making, get demonstrations on DJ equipment, and sign up for our classes!
Girls Who Listen Inc
Visit our booth where we are showcasing our commitment to supporting future female creatives and executives in the music industry. With over 40 workshops and 150 mentor matches since 2020, we aim to close the gender gap in music leadership. We are offering resume revisions and mentoring sessions for attendees seeking career guidance.
GRAMMY U
Learn about GRAMMY U, get some swag, and receive the resources you need to apply.
HeadCount
Bring your ID to our booth so you can register OR preregister to vote on the spot!
Music Forward Foundation
Learn about paid internship & apprenticeship opportunities, other programs like All Access Fest & more!
RAMPD
RAMPD is a community of music professionals and music artists who identify as disabled. We offer community, discussion, and support for anyone who identifies as disabled who is pursuing, or interested in pursuing, a music career. Visit us to learn more.
The NAMM Foundation
Learn about different careers in music and how The NAMM Foundation can help you become a leader in music.
Women in Music
Come learn about everything Women in Music has to offer!
AEG Presents
Learn more about AEG Presents, our career opportunities, and pick up some swag.
Concord
Crowd Surf
We are showcasing our Digital Marketing Agency, and gathering interest for our street teams, apprenticeship program and other employment opportunities.
Group Effort Initiative
Come and learn about everything Group Effort Initiative has to offer.
Handy Foundation
Learn about the Handy Foundation’s programs & resources
Inner-City Arts
Learn about our Work Of Art Internship program.
Work of Art (“WOA”) is a PAID college and career exploration and preparation program designed to prepare creative youth with the skills, training, and real-world experience necessary for life beyond high school.
We are discussing benefits of the program such as resume workshops, externships to companies in the industry, career exploration, portfolio development, and more!
Live Nation
The SoCal Sound
Learn about the SoCal Sound radio station! Learn how to submit music, or start your career in radio.
Ticketmaster
Traklife Music Network
Explore The Traklife Web Platform
Universal Music Group - °1824
Learn about our creative offerings within Universal Music Group, and maybe even get some free swag!
Belmont University
Learn about all Belmont University has to offer, get advice, and more!
Los Angeles Film School
Learn about available programs, get some swag, and more.
1500 Sound Academy
Join us for an interactive beat making station and more information about the programs offered at our post secondary certification school.
UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music
Learn about UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music and how to apply!
Musicians Institute
Learn about all MI has to offer and pick up some swag!
Live Nation Lounge
Open 10 am – 2:30 pm
(closed for lunch 12:30 pm – 1 pm)
Learn about the importance of marketing yourself and networking from Live Nation professionals! Watch demos to see how you can use LinkedIn and Popl to propel your career journey.
Chei Burris
Director of Recruiting, Live Nation
Chelsea Jimenez
Recruiter, Live Nation
Chong Bennett
Senior Recruiter, Live Nation
Cody Madayag
Senior Recruiter, Live Nation
Joshua Williams
Early Career Strategy & Diversity Sourcing Lead, Live Nation
Artist Lounge
Open 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
(Closed for lunch 12:30 pm – 1 pm)
Artist Wellness activities every hour, on the hour!
Plus – listen to live music performed by your peers. Performers receive expert feedback.
Choklate Moore
Singer Songwriter, Mindfulness Instructor, PATH/BMG
Chuck Nunley
DJ, Producer, Artist, Director of Operations, Honor Flow Productions
Noah Preston
A&R, UMG
Yulia Gonzalez
Social Media Strategist, CoCreator X, INC.
10:00 am – 10:15 am
Opening Performance & Welcome
Opening Performance by UraelB!
UraelB
UraelB (Pronounced You-Rell-Bey) is a hip-hop emcee from Inglewood, CA. As a literal “Good Kid in a Mad City” he found his creative expression amidst his harsh realities through poetry and writing raps at the age of 13. By 18, UraelB discovered music was his destiny and formed the brand and independent label Respect The Real (RTR). He has been fortunate to harbor significant business and creative relationships since with industry figures such as Dontae Winslow, Ray Chew, Nelly, Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins and Mick Jenkins
Meet our incredible host!
Medusa
Medusa the Queen of LA underground, has credits with Tupac Shakur in Gridlock’d soundtrack, Tina Marie’s Mackin’ Game, featuring Medusa and MC Lyte and with Speech of Arrested Development’s solo album Spiritual people. She has shared the stage with De La Soul, Krs1, Erykah Badu, Common, Lil Boosie, freestyle fellowship, the Ohio players and many more.
She is one of the heads of the hip hop department at Cal Arts and teaching in El Salvador for Dizzy Gillespie’s government program “Next Level”. She is the MC, singer, poet, motivational speaker, actress, writer and Professor, Medusa The Gangsta Goddess.
10:15 am – 10:55 am
Topic: Live Entertainment
10:15 am – 10:35 am
Key Conversation
Joshua Williams
Early Career Strategy & Diversity Sourcing Lead, Live Nation
Lindsay McDowell
Music Agent, Wasserman
Manuel Moran
VP Latin Programming - Touring, Live Nation
Manuel Moran is a third-generation musician, was as a keyboard player and producer, he was part of a band that toured with Los Tigres Del Norte, Temerarios, Banda El Recodo and many more across USA and Mexico. He recorded six albums in the 1990s for Banda MR-7. In 2000, Moran began promoting concerts in the Bay Area, Fresno, Modesto, Sacramento, and Santa Cruz. He brought in rock en español bands, including Juanes, Julieta Venegas, La 5a Estacion, Enanitos Verdes, El Tri, Moenia, Maldita Vecindad, Molotov, Elefante, and El Gran Silencio. In 2003 obtained a job as the Image and Production Director for Univision Radio in San Francisco. He produced radio spots has an independent contractor for Live Nation’s national tours in 2005 and 2006, including, Juntos en Concierto, Sin Bandera, David Bisbal, and Rock en Español National Tours. In 2006 he joined iHeart Radio (formerly Clear Channel Radio, as a Production Director for La Preciosa’s national network and Program Director, for KCNL. In 2006 He won “Best Radio Producer of the Year” at the E.A.R. Awards in New York an annual event at Clear Channel Radio. In 2008 he joined Live Nation as a VP Latin Programming for the Touring team at House of Blues Entertainment, focusing in Latin content in clubs and theaters, across the country. Since he joined Live Nation, he has brought Latin International artists to tour in the United States such as Enanitos Verdes, Hombres G, Zoe, Enrique Bunbury, Panteon Rococo, Julieta Venegas, Andres Calamaro, Molotov, Ha*ash, Reik, among others adding 350+ shows, to the House of Blues entertainment division that includes The Fillmore chain, House of Blues and theatres around the country.
10:35 am – 10:55 am
The Workshop – Topic related conversation with the pros
Allison Shaw
CEO/Founder, Manic Monkee
Allison Shaw (Allie) is the founder of Manic Monkee, a firm that produces, and does talent buying for festivals and events and does brand strategy and partnerships for music, tech and brands
Inez Lopez
Director, Security Operations Festivals, Live Nation
Jared Oluwa
Sync Licensing Creative, TheGrandCamp
Jared Oluwa is a Music Composer from Los Angeles who works in the TV & Film industry.
As a member of the LA Recording Academy, the Diverse Representation shows the impact globally.
He has been featured on Networks such as:
FOX Soul, HBO Max, BET, Facebook, VH1 and more.
As an Educator, he enjoys sharing his experience as a Mentor on Panels to help the current and next generation.
Jasmine Sandoval
Assistant Manager, The Echo / Echoplex
Joshua Williams
Early Career Strategy & Diversity Sourcing Lead, Live Nation
Lauren Bontemps
Operations Manager, The Echo / Echoplex
Lauren Gilhooley
IT Operation Program Manager, Live Nation Entertainment
Lauren Gilhooley helps manage the behind-the-scenes tech wizards who keeps all the tech stuff at a company running smoothly. She helps plan out tech projects (kind of like planning a big event) and makes sure everyone & everything is working together.
Lauren Suckarie
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager, Cast & Crew Entertainment
As a leader with a great love of culture and music, Lauren Suckarie’s motto has always been “Work hard and love what you do.” She applied this philosophy while working globally for the son of the late Bob Marley and continues to apply it in her work today, as one who leverages the power of inclusion to build relationships, partnerships and brands.
Her background is diverse—spanning sales leadership, partnership marketing, operations, strategic communications, and even work as a professional singer. But the common thread that runs through everything she’s done professionally is an unwavering commitment to creating inclusive environments.
Lindsay McDowell
Music Agent, Wasserman
Lori Lilly
SVP, Legal Affairs, Labor & Employment, Live Nation
Manuel Moran
VP Latin Programming - Touring, Live Nation
Manuel Moran is a third-generation musician, was as a keyboard player and producer, he was part of a band that toured with Los Tigres Del Norte, Temerarios, Banda El Recodo and many more across USA and Mexico. He recorded six albums in the 1990s for Banda MR-7. In 2000, Moran began promoting concerts in the Bay Area, Fresno, Modesto, Sacramento, and Santa Cruz. He brought in rock en español bands, including Juanes, Julieta Venegas, La 5a Estacion, Enanitos Verdes, El Tri, Moenia, Maldita Vecindad, Molotov, Elefante, and El Gran Silencio. In 2003 obtained a job as the Image and Production Director for Univision Radio in San Francisco. He produced radio spots has an independent contractor for Live Nation’s national tours in 2005 and 2006, including, Juntos en Concierto, Sin Bandera, David Bisbal, and Rock en Español National Tours. In 2006 he joined iHeart Radio (formerly Clear Channel Radio, as a Production Director for La Preciosa’s national network and Program Director, for KCNL. In 2006 He won “Best Radio Producer of the Year” at the E.A.R. Awards in New York an annual event at Clear Channel Radio. In 2008 he joined Live Nation as a VP Latin Programming for the Touring team at House of Blues Entertainment, focusing in Latin content in clubs and theaters, across the country. Since he joined Live Nation, he has brought Latin International artists to tour in the United States such as Enanitos Verdes, Hombres G, Zoe, Enrique Bunbury, Panteon Rococo, Julieta Venegas, Andres Calamaro, Molotov, Ha*ash, Reik, among others adding 350+ shows, to the House of Blues entertainment division that includes The Fillmore chain, House of Blues and theatres around the country.
Sydney Ramos
Production Manager, Live Nation
Tyler Scott
Tour Promoter, Live Nation
The Network
Meet industry experts for tailored advice!
Alyssa Byrne
Senior Manager, Writer and Publisher Relations, TuneCore
Alyssa Bryne is a music industry professional helping independent songwriters and artists flourish in their careers. Writer and Publisher Relations Manager at TuneCore with a demonstrated history of success in building quality relationships. Specialized knowledge of music publishing and rights management.
Ashley Dailey
CEO, Artist Manager, Breakroom17
Ashley Dailey runs a record label (“artist incubator and accelerator”), manage artists, direct and produce music videos, and advocate for artist mental health and well-being.
Becca Cress
Director, Business Strategy, BMG
Becca handles business and market analysis, planning and execution of strategic, operational and growth projects across publishing and label departments.
Bryan Mooney
Global VP of A&R, Downtown Artist & Label Services
Bryan Schiller
Event Sales & Operations Manager, The GRAMMY Museum
Bryan Schiller enjoys helping others, breaking down social barriers, displaying love, spreading knowledge, and enhancing the lives of those around me. He works with the GRAMMY Museum at L.A. Live to help visitors feel the power of Music!
Cassie Petrey
Co-Founder, Crowd Surf
Claudia Campos Jugo
Mid Market Account Executive, DISCO
Courtney Young
Head of Label Services, Too Lost
Courtney handles comms with clients re: release plans, best practices, marketing advice, pitches releases to DSPs for playlist support & other activations/opportunities, and shares additional programming opps to elevate qualifying artists both during and between releases
Dani Chavez
Artist Manager, CMO, FM Group at YMU
Dani Chavez is a Los Angeles based artist manager and CMO of FM Group (a division of YMU). Their roster includes Chet Faker, Passion Pit, RAC and Paris Hilton
Chavez joined YMU Group in 2022 as a marketing executive where she spearheaded campaigns for over a dozen acts including international DJ Valentino Khan, South African prodigy Lloyiso and multi-platinum rapper Yung Gravy, whose hit “Betty (Get Money)” took last year by storm.
Earlier in her career, she served as the Head of Digital at Ultra Records. In her time there, she oversaw releases from SOFI TUKKER, Icona Pop, NGHTMRE, Steve Aoki, Anabel Englund and more, including the global rollout of Black Coffee’s Grammy award winning album, Subconsciously. She also worked for hip-hop podcaster Reggie Ossé (also known as Combat Jack) and at Shelter PR, a bicoastal personal public relations firm for the likes of Jeff Goldblum and Hilary Swank. A graduate from NYU, she spent her college years at A-Trak & Nick Catchdubs’ Fool’s Gold Records in Brooklyn.
Davina Thomas
Co-Founder & Co-CEO, 24/7 Artists
Gabi Kochlani
Head of A&R, The Grey Administration
Harrison Golding
VP of Strategic Marketing, EMPIRE
Harrison oversees the digital, creative and social departments at EMPIRE.
Jamie Hart
Founder/CEO, Hart & Songs
Jamie Hart is the Founder/CEO of Hart & Songs, an artist and rights management firm in Los Angeles, CA. She has spent the last decade working with artists, labels, and publishers to leverage digital platforms and properly collect their royalties. In her most recent role as a Senior Manager on SoundCloud’s Commercial Partnerships team, she was responsible for leading SoundCloud’s relationships with publishers and songwriters. Jamie mentors young executives through programs like GRAMMY U and A2IM, and enjoys breaking cycling milestones on her Peloton.
Kate Cordova
Senior Director of Social Media, Marketing and Communications, ASCAP
Kate is the architect of ASCAP’s global social media strategy across all platforms.
Miles Whitworth
Producer, DJ, & Engineer, Mileage Productions
Natalie Jacobs
Entrepreneur, Founder, Equalizer Consulting
Verskotzi
Artist, Artist
The Interview
Resume reviews, career advice, and recruitment.
Angelique Malloy
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Angelique is an HR professional with experience across the retail, logistics, advertising and gaming industry. Meticulous in strategic Human Resources execution, able to streamline all Human Resources activities to increase revenue growth. Strong skills in Talent Acquisition , HR Policies, learning and development and project management.
Caroline Garcia
Talent Acquisition, The Orchard
Chantel Diaz
Director, Inclusivity & Well-Being, Live Nation
Chantel works with Live Nation owned and operated concert venues to create inclusive and welcoming spaces for all Fans, Crew Members and Artists that enter our spaces.
Georgina Castro
Regional HR Manager, AEG Presents
My professional passion for music business comes from my love of music, travel, culture and people.
I graduated with a BA in Music Industry Studies from Cal Poly Pomona. Throughout my career I have held both operational and human resources roles in hospitality and music. My experience in music has been, music editor for a local magazine and managing tours for local artist across the country/ internationally and now I am a Regional HR Business Partner for 7 different divisions at AEG Presents that include (Global Touring, Concerts West Touring, Messina Touring Group, Premium Ticketing, AEG Presents Las Vegas, Comedy and occasionally provide support to the Goldenvoice team with Festivals such as Coachella, Stagecoach and PowerTrip in Indio CA).
A little more about myself;
I was born in Los Angeles, CA but raised in Las Vegas, NV in 2009 I moved back to California to purse the “California Dream.” I am the oldest of 2 daughters, I hails from a large extended family with roots in Mexico. I started playing guitar at the age of 14 and am classically trained. I count The Beatles, Guns N Roses and Pink Floyd amongst my favorite bands.
Jon Bell
Director of Fan Services & Accessibility, Live Nation Entertainment
Jon believes in a world where live entertainment should be available and accessible to folks of all abilities and backgrounds. He has spent the majority of my career taking care of customers while nurturing people & and programming to create best-in-class experiences.
His current role consists of working within the Live Nation portfolio of venues in North America to ensure fans & artists can come together to celebrate an inclusive live music experience.
Kalia Turner
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Maria Ochoa
Program Director, Yes2Jobs
Matthew Hipp
Talent Acquisition, Insomniac
Sara Napolitano
Senior Manager, Human Resources, Insomniac
Human Resources: Connecting, growing & developing people all around the world! I love to help people solve their challenges and reach their potential!
Twanna Simmons
DE&I Business Partner, AEG Presents
As the DE&I Business Partner Twanna Simmons is responsible for developing, managing and executing DE&I programs, DE&I hosted events and civic activities for AEG Presents.
11:00 am – 11:40 am
Topic: Marketing & Branding
11:00 am – 11:20 am
Key Conversation
Ace Patterson
Founder & CEO, Five Mics Studios
Ace Patterson (also known as “Call Me Ace”) is a Billboard-charting hip-hop artist and Founder/CEO of Five Mics Studios, where he and his team are building a mobile-first hip-hop trading card game.
Cassie Petrey
Co-Founder, Crowd Surf
Dani Chavez
Artist Manager, CMO, FM Group at YMU
Dani Chavez is a Los Angeles based artist manager and CMO of FM Group (a division of YMU). Their roster includes Chet Faker, Passion Pit, RAC and Paris Hilton
Chavez joined YMU Group in 2022 as a marketing executive where she spearheaded campaigns for over a dozen acts including international DJ Valentino Khan, South African prodigy Lloyiso and multi-platinum rapper Yung Gravy, whose hit “Betty (Get Money)” took last year by storm.
Earlier in her career, she served as the Head of Digital at Ultra Records. In her time there, she oversaw releases from SOFI TUKKER, Icona Pop, NGHTMRE, Steve Aoki, Anabel Englund and more, including the global rollout of Black Coffee’s Grammy award winning album, Subconsciously. She also worked for hip-hop podcaster Reggie Ossé (also known as Combat Jack) and at Shelter PR, a bicoastal personal public relations firm for the likes of Jeff Goldblum and Hilary Swank. A graduate from NYU, she spent her college years at A-Trak & Nick Catchdubs’ Fool’s Gold Records in Brooklyn.
11:20 am – 11:40 am
The Workshop – Topic related conversation with the pros
Ace Patterson
Founder & CEO, Five Mics Studios
Ace Patterson (also known as “Call Me Ace”) is a Billboard-charting hip-hop artist and Founder/CEO of Five Mics Studios, where he and his team are building a mobile-first hip-hop trading card game.
Alyssa Byrne
Senior Manager, Writer and Publisher Relations, TuneCore
Alyssa Bryne is a music industry professional helping independent songwriters and artists flourish in their careers. Writer and Publisher Relations Manager at TuneCore with a demonstrated history of success in building quality relationships. Specialized knowledge of music publishing and rights management.
Ashley Dailey
CEO, Artist Manager, Breakroom17
Ashley Dailey runs a record label (“artist incubator and accelerator”), manage artists, direct and produce music videos, and advocate for artist mental health and well-being.
Becca Cress
Director, Business Strategy, BMG
Becca handles business and market analysis, planning and execution of strategic, operational and growth projects across publishing and label departments.
Bryan Mooney
Global VP of A&R, Downtown Artist & Label Services
Bryan Schiller
Event Sales & Operations Manager, The GRAMMY Museum
Bryan Schiller enjoys helping others, breaking down social barriers, displaying love, spreading knowledge, and enhancing the lives of those around me. He works with the GRAMMY Museum at L.A. Live to help visitors feel the power of Music!
Cassie Petrey
Co-Founder, Crowd Surf
Courtney Young
Head of Label Services, Too Lost
Courtney handles comms with clients re: release plans, best practices, marketing advice, pitches releases to DSPs for playlist support & other activations/opportunities, and shares additional programming opps to elevate qualifying artists both during and between releases
Dani Chavez
Artist Manager, CMO, FM Group at YMU
Dani Chavez is a Los Angeles based artist manager and CMO of FM Group (a division of YMU). Their roster includes Chet Faker, Passion Pit, RAC and Paris Hilton
Chavez joined YMU Group in 2022 as a marketing executive where she spearheaded campaigns for over a dozen acts including international DJ Valentino Khan, South African prodigy Lloyiso and multi-platinum rapper Yung Gravy, whose hit “Betty (Get Money)” took last year by storm.
Earlier in her career, she served as the Head of Digital at Ultra Records. In her time there, she oversaw releases from SOFI TUKKER, Icona Pop, NGHTMRE, Steve Aoki, Anabel Englund and more, including the global rollout of Black Coffee’s Grammy award winning album, Subconsciously. She also worked for hip-hop podcaster Reggie Ossé (also known as Combat Jack) and at Shelter PR, a bicoastal personal public relations firm for the likes of Jeff Goldblum and Hilary Swank. A graduate from NYU, she spent her college years at A-Trak & Nick Catchdubs’ Fool’s Gold Records in Brooklyn.
Davina Thomas
Co-Founder & Co-CEO, 24/7 Artists
Gabi Kochlani
Head of A&R, The Grey Administration
Harrison Golding
VP of Strategic Marketing, EMPIRE
Harrison oversees the digital, creative and social departments at EMPIRE.
Jamie Hart
Founder/CEO, Hart & Songs
Jamie Hart is the Founder/CEO of Hart & Songs, an artist and rights management firm in Los Angeles, CA. She has spent the last decade working with artists, labels, and publishers to leverage digital platforms and properly collect their royalties. In her most recent role as a Senior Manager on SoundCloud’s Commercial Partnerships team, she was responsible for leading SoundCloud’s relationships with publishers and songwriters. Jamie mentors young executives through programs like GRAMMY U and A2IM, and enjoys breaking cycling milestones on her Peloton.
Jared Oluwa
Sync Licensing Creative, TheGrandCamp
Jared Oluwa is a Music Composer from Los Angeles who works in the TV & Film industry.
As a member of the LA Recording Academy, the Diverse Representation shows the impact globally.
He has been featured on Networks such as:
FOX Soul, HBO Max, BET, Facebook, VH1 and more.
As an Educator, he enjoys sharing his experience as a Mentor on Panels to help the current and next generation.
Kate Cordova
Senior Director of Social Media, Marketing and Communications, ASCAP
Kate is the architect of ASCAP’s global social media strategy across all platforms.
Miles Whitworth
Producer, DJ, & Engineer, Mileage Productions
Natalie Jacobs
Entrepreneur, Founder, Equalizer Consulting
Verskotzi
Artist, Artist
The Network
Meet industry experts for tailored advice!
Allison Shaw
CEO/Founder, Manic Monkee
Allison Shaw (Allie) is the founder of Manic Monkee, a firm that produces, and does talent buying for festivals and events and does brand strategy and partnerships for music, tech and brands
Claudia Campos Jugo
Mid Market Account Executive, DISCO
Inez Lopez
Director, Security Operations Festivals, Live Nation
Jasmine Sandoval
Assistant Manager, The Echo / Echoplex
Lauren Bontemps
Operations Manager, The Echo / Echoplex
Lauren Gilhooley
IT Operation Program Manager, Live Nation Entertainment
Lauren Gilhooley helps manage the behind-the-scenes tech wizards who keeps all the tech stuff at a company running smoothly. She helps plan out tech projects (kind of like planning a big event) and makes sure everyone & everything is working together.
Lauren Suckarie
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager, Cast & Crew Entertainment
As a leader with a great love of culture and music, Lauren Suckarie’s motto has always been “Work hard and love what you do.” She applied this philosophy while working globally for the son of the late Bob Marley and continues to apply it in her work today, as one who leverages the power of inclusion to build relationships, partnerships and brands.
Her background is diverse—spanning sales leadership, partnership marketing, operations, strategic communications, and even work as a professional singer. But the common thread that runs through everything she’s done professionally is an unwavering commitment to creating inclusive environments.
Lori Lilly
SVP, Legal Affairs, Labor & Employment, Live Nation
Manuel Moran
VP Latin Programming - Touring, Live Nation
Manuel Moran is a third-generation musician, was as a keyboard player and producer, he was part of a band that toured with Los Tigres Del Norte, Temerarios, Banda El Recodo and many more across USA and Mexico. He recorded six albums in the 1990s for Banda MR-7. In 2000, Moran began promoting concerts in the Bay Area, Fresno, Modesto, Sacramento, and Santa Cruz. He brought in rock en español bands, including Juanes, Julieta Venegas, La 5a Estacion, Enanitos Verdes, El Tri, Moenia, Maldita Vecindad, Molotov, Elefante, and El Gran Silencio. In 2003 obtained a job as the Image and Production Director for Univision Radio in San Francisco. He produced radio spots has an independent contractor for Live Nation’s national tours in 2005 and 2006, including, Juntos en Concierto, Sin Bandera, David Bisbal, and Rock en Español National Tours. In 2006 he joined iHeart Radio (formerly Clear Channel Radio, as a Production Director for La Preciosa’s national network and Program Director, for KCNL. In 2006 He won “Best Radio Producer of the Year” at the E.A.R. Awards in New York an annual event at Clear Channel Radio. In 2008 he joined Live Nation as a VP Latin Programming for the Touring team at House of Blues Entertainment, focusing in Latin content in clubs and theaters, across the country. Since he joined Live Nation, he has brought Latin International artists to tour in the United States such as Enanitos Verdes, Hombres G, Zoe, Enrique Bunbury, Panteon Rococo, Julieta Venegas, Andres Calamaro, Molotov, Ha*ash, Reik, among others adding 350+ shows, to the House of Blues entertainment division that includes The Fillmore chain, House of Blues and theatres around the country.
Sydney Ramos
Production Manager, Live Nation
Tyler Scott
Tour Promoter, Live Nation
The Interview
Resume reviews, career advice, and recruitment.
Angelique Malloy
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Angelique is an HR professional with experience across the retail, logistics, advertising and gaming industry. Meticulous in strategic Human Resources execution, able to streamline all Human Resources activities to increase revenue growth. Strong skills in Talent Acquisition , HR Policies, learning and development and project management.
Caroline Garcia
Talent Acquisition, The Orchard
Chantel Diaz
Director, Inclusivity & Well-Being, Live Nation
Chantel works with Live Nation owned and operated concert venues to create inclusive and welcoming spaces for all Fans, Crew Members and Artists that enter our spaces.
Georgina Castro
Regional HR Manager, AEG Presents
My professional passion for music business comes from my love of music, travel, culture and people.
I graduated with a BA in Music Industry Studies from Cal Poly Pomona. Throughout my career I have held both operational and human resources roles in hospitality and music. My experience in music has been, music editor for a local magazine and managing tours for local artist across the country/ internationally and now I am a Regional HR Business Partner for 7 different divisions at AEG Presents that include (Global Touring, Concerts West Touring, Messina Touring Group, Premium Ticketing, AEG Presents Las Vegas, Comedy and occasionally provide support to the Goldenvoice team with Festivals such as Coachella, Stagecoach and PowerTrip in Indio CA).
A little more about myself;
I was born in Los Angeles, CA but raised in Las Vegas, NV in 2009 I moved back to California to purse the “California Dream.” I am the oldest of 2 daughters, I hails from a large extended family with roots in Mexico. I started playing guitar at the age of 14 and am classically trained. I count The Beatles, Guns N Roses and Pink Floyd amongst my favorite bands.
Jon Bell
Director of Fan Services & Accessibility, Live Nation Entertainment
Jon believes in a world where live entertainment should be available and accessible to folks of all abilities and backgrounds. He has spent the majority of my career taking care of customers while nurturing people & and programming to create best-in-class experiences.
His current role consists of working within the Live Nation portfolio of venues in North America to ensure fans & artists can come together to celebrate an inclusive live music experience.
Kalia Turner
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Maria Ochoa
Program Director, Yes2Jobs
Matthew Hipp
Talent Acquisition, Insomniac
Sara Napolitano
Senior Manager, Human Resources, Insomniac
Human Resources: Connecting, growing & developing people all around the world! I love to help people solve their challenges and reach their potential!
Twanna Simmons
DE&I Business Partner, AEG Presents
As the DE&I Business Partner Twanna Simmons is responsible for developing, managing and executing DE&I programs, DE&I hosted events and civic activities for AEG Presents.
11:45 am – 12:25 pm
Topic: Music Creation & Distribution
11:45 am – 12:15 pm
Key Conversation
Blu DeTiger
Artist
Blu DeTiger is an American singer and bass guitarist based in New York City.
Jamie Hart
Founder/CEO, Hart & Songs
Jamie Hart is the Founder/CEO of Hart & Songs, an artist and rights management firm in Los Angeles, CA. She has spent the last decade working with artists, labels, and publishers to leverage digital platforms and properly collect their royalties. In her most recent role as a Senior Manager on SoundCloud’s Commercial Partnerships team, she was responsible for leading SoundCloud’s relationships with publishers and songwriters. Jamie mentors young executives through programs like GRAMMY U and A2IM, and enjoys breaking cycling milestones on her Peloton.
Yudu Gray Jr
Co-CEO, 24/7 Artists
12:15 pm – 12:25 pm
The Workshop – Topic related conversation with the pros
Alyssa Byrne
Senior Manager, Writer and Publisher Relations, TuneCore
Alyssa Bryne is a music industry professional helping independent songwriters and artists flourish in their careers. Writer and Publisher Relations Manager at TuneCore with a demonstrated history of success in building quality relationships. Specialized knowledge of music publishing and rights management.
Ashley Dailey
CEO, Artist Manager, Breakroom17
Ashley Dailey runs a record label (“artist incubator and accelerator”), manage artists, direct and produce music videos, and advocate for artist mental health and well-being.
Becca Cress
Director, Business Strategy, BMG
Becca handles business and market analysis, planning and execution of strategic, operational and growth projects across publishing and label departments.
Blu DeTiger
Artist
Blu DeTiger is an American singer and bass guitarist based in New York City.
Courtney Young
Head of Label Services, Too Lost
Courtney handles comms with clients re: release plans, best practices, marketing advice, pitches releases to DSPs for playlist support & other activations/opportunities, and shares additional programming opps to elevate qualifying artists both during and between releases
Dani Chavez
Artist Manager, CMO, FM Group at YMU
Dani Chavez is a Los Angeles based artist manager and CMO of FM Group (a division of YMU). Their roster includes Chet Faker, Passion Pit, RAC and Paris Hilton
Chavez joined YMU Group in 2022 as a marketing executive where she spearheaded campaigns for over a dozen acts including international DJ Valentino Khan, South African prodigy Lloyiso and multi-platinum rapper Yung Gravy, whose hit “Betty (Get Money)” took last year by storm.
Earlier in her career, she served as the Head of Digital at Ultra Records. In her time there, she oversaw releases from SOFI TUKKER, Icona Pop, NGHTMRE, Steve Aoki, Anabel Englund and more, including the global rollout of Black Coffee’s Grammy award winning album, Subconsciously. She also worked for hip-hop podcaster Reggie Ossé (also known as Combat Jack) and at Shelter PR, a bicoastal personal public relations firm for the likes of Jeff Goldblum and Hilary Swank. A graduate from NYU, she spent her college years at A-Trak & Nick Catchdubs’ Fool’s Gold Records in Brooklyn.
Davina Thomas
Co-Founder & Co-CEO, 24/7 Artists
Gabi Kochlani
Head of A&R, The Grey Administration
Harrison Golding
VP of Strategic Marketing, EMPIRE
Harrison oversees the digital, creative and social departments at EMPIRE.
Jamie Hart
Founder/CEO, Hart & Songs
Jamie Hart is the Founder/CEO of Hart & Songs, an artist and rights management firm in Los Angeles, CA. She has spent the last decade working with artists, labels, and publishers to leverage digital platforms and properly collect their royalties. In her most recent role as a Senior Manager on SoundCloud’s Commercial Partnerships team, she was responsible for leading SoundCloud’s relationships with publishers and songwriters. Jamie mentors young executives through programs like GRAMMY U and A2IM, and enjoys breaking cycling milestones on her Peloton.
Kate Cordova
Senior Director of Social Media, Marketing and Communications, ASCAP
Kate is the architect of ASCAP’s global social media strategy across all platforms.
Miles Whitworth
Producer, DJ, & Engineer, Mileage Productions
Verskotzi
Artist, Artist
Yudu Gray Jr
Co-CEO, 24/7 Artists
The Network
Meet industry experts for tailored advice!
Allison Shaw
CEO/Founder, Manic Monkee
Allison Shaw (Allie) is the founder of Manic Monkee, a firm that produces, and does talent buying for festivals and events and does brand strategy and partnerships for music, tech and brands
Claudia Campos Jugo
Mid Market Account Executive, DISCO
Inez Lopez
Director, Security Operations Festivals, Live Nation
Jasmine Sandoval
Assistant Manager, The Echo / Echoplex
Lauren Bontemps
Operations Manager, The Echo / Echoplex
Lauren Gilhooley
IT Operation Program Manager, Live Nation Entertainment
Lauren Gilhooley helps manage the behind-the-scenes tech wizards who keeps all the tech stuff at a company running smoothly. She helps plan out tech projects (kind of like planning a big event) and makes sure everyone & everything is working together.
Lauren Suckarie
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager, Cast & Crew Entertainment
As a leader with a great love of culture and music, Lauren Suckarie’s motto has always been “Work hard and love what you do.” She applied this philosophy while working globally for the son of the late Bob Marley and continues to apply it in her work today, as one who leverages the power of inclusion to build relationships, partnerships and brands.
Her background is diverse—spanning sales leadership, partnership marketing, operations, strategic communications, and even work as a professional singer. But the common thread that runs through everything she’s done professionally is an unwavering commitment to creating inclusive environments.
Lori Lilly
SVP, Legal Affairs, Labor & Employment, Live Nation
Manuel Moran
VP Latin Programming - Touring, Live Nation
Manuel Moran is a third-generation musician, was as a keyboard player and producer, he was part of a band that toured with Los Tigres Del Norte, Temerarios, Banda El Recodo and many more across USA and Mexico. He recorded six albums in the 1990s for Banda MR-7. In 2000, Moran began promoting concerts in the Bay Area, Fresno, Modesto, Sacramento, and Santa Cruz. He brought in rock en español bands, including Juanes, Julieta Venegas, La 5a Estacion, Enanitos Verdes, El Tri, Moenia, Maldita Vecindad, Molotov, Elefante, and El Gran Silencio. In 2003 obtained a job as the Image and Production Director for Univision Radio in San Francisco. He produced radio spots has an independent contractor for Live Nation’s national tours in 2005 and 2006, including, Juntos en Concierto, Sin Bandera, David Bisbal, and Rock en Español National Tours. In 2006 he joined iHeart Radio (formerly Clear Channel Radio, as a Production Director for La Preciosa’s national network and Program Director, for KCNL. In 2006 He won “Best Radio Producer of the Year” at the E.A.R. Awards in New York an annual event at Clear Channel Radio. In 2008 he joined Live Nation as a VP Latin Programming for the Touring team at House of Blues Entertainment, focusing in Latin content in clubs and theaters, across the country. Since he joined Live Nation, he has brought Latin International artists to tour in the United States such as Enanitos Verdes, Hombres G, Zoe, Enrique Bunbury, Panteon Rococo, Julieta Venegas, Andres Calamaro, Molotov, Ha*ash, Reik, among others adding 350+ shows, to the House of Blues entertainment division that includes The Fillmore chain, House of Blues and theatres around the country.
Sydney Ramos
Production Manager, Live Nation
Tyler Scott
Tour Promoter, Live Nation
The Interview
Resume reviews, career advice, and recruitment.
Angelique Malloy
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Angelique is an HR professional with experience across the retail, logistics, advertising and gaming industry. Meticulous in strategic Human Resources execution, able to streamline all Human Resources activities to increase revenue growth. Strong skills in Talent Acquisition , HR Policies, learning and development and project management.
Caroline Garcia
Talent Acquisition, The Orchard
Chantel Diaz
Director, Inclusivity & Well-Being, Live Nation
Chantel works with Live Nation owned and operated concert venues to create inclusive and welcoming spaces for all Fans, Crew Members and Artists that enter our spaces.
Georgina Castro
Regional HR Manager, AEG Presents
My professional passion for music business comes from my love of music, travel, culture and people.
I graduated with a BA in Music Industry Studies from Cal Poly Pomona. Throughout my career I have held both operational and human resources roles in hospitality and music. My experience in music has been, music editor for a local magazine and managing tours for local artist across the country/ internationally and now I am a Regional HR Business Partner for 7 different divisions at AEG Presents that include (Global Touring, Concerts West Touring, Messina Touring Group, Premium Ticketing, AEG Presents Las Vegas, Comedy and occasionally provide support to the Goldenvoice team with Festivals such as Coachella, Stagecoach and PowerTrip in Indio CA).
A little more about myself;
I was born in Los Angeles, CA but raised in Las Vegas, NV in 2009 I moved back to California to purse the “California Dream.” I am the oldest of 2 daughters, I hails from a large extended family with roots in Mexico. I started playing guitar at the age of 14 and am classically trained. I count The Beatles, Guns N Roses and Pink Floyd amongst my favorite bands.
Jon Bell
Director of Fan Services & Accessibility, Live Nation Entertainment
Jon believes in a world where live entertainment should be available and accessible to folks of all abilities and backgrounds. He has spent the majority of my career taking care of customers while nurturing people & and programming to create best-in-class experiences.
His current role consists of working within the Live Nation portfolio of venues in North America to ensure fans & artists can come together to celebrate an inclusive live music experience.
Kalia Turner
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Maria Ochoa
Program Director, Yes2Jobs
Matthew Hipp
Talent Acquisition, Insomniac
Sara Napolitano
Senior Manager, Human Resources, Insomniac
Human Resources: Connecting, growing & developing people all around the world! I love to help people solve their challenges and reach their potential!
Twanna Simmons
DE&I Business Partner, AEG Presents
As the DE&I Business Partner Twanna Simmons is responsible for developing, managing and executing DE&I programs, DE&I hosted events and civic activities for AEG Presents.
1:00 pm – 1:15 pm
Performance
Heather Kathryn
Heather Kathryn turns the truth into lyrics about love, loss and everything in between. Heather strives to bring Pop-Punk back to the surface of the music industry. A blend between Paramore, Avril Lavigne and early Kelly Clarkson, she sings of her dating mishaps and the general fast paced life of an early 20-something in Los Angeles.
With many shows under her belt at venues around Los Angeles such as The Viper Room, El Cid, Whisky-a-go-go & The Troubadour Heather Kathryn is on the path to making her dreams a reality. Keep your eyes on Heather Kathryn, she’s ready to come at the industry with everything she’s got!
1:15 pm – 2:00 pm
Topic: Live Entertainment
1:15 pm – 1:40 pm
Key Conversation
Jorge Garcia
Tour Promoter, Live Nation Worldwide
Kelly Kapp
VP Touring, US Concerts/EVP, HOBE Talent, Live Nation Worldwide
1:40 pm – 2:00 pm
The Workshop – Topic related conversation with the pros
Anoush Kirakosian
Senior Manager, Corporate Philanthropy and Branded Events, Concord
Ashley Baronfeld
Tour Marketing Director, Live Nation
Celine Torkan
Social Media Manager, Nederlander Concerts
Celine is in charge of paid and organic social media efforts for a concert promoter.
Harrison Golding
VP of Strategic Marketing, EMPIRE
Harrison oversees the digital, creative and social departments at EMPIRE.
Jared Oluwa
Sync Licensing Creative, TheGrandCamp
Jared Oluwa is a Music Composer from Los Angeles who works in the TV & Film industry.
As a member of the LA Recording Academy, the Diverse Representation shows the impact globally.
He has been featured on Networks such as:
FOX Soul, HBO Max, BET, Facebook, VH1 and more.
As an Educator, he enjoys sharing his experience as a Mentor on Panels to help the current and next generation.
Jazmine Valencia
President, JV Agency
Jazmine Valencia is the visionary founder of JV Agency. Her innovative, artist-focused marketing strategies and culture-building expertise have contributed to propelling the careers of a diverse and highly successful roster of top-selling artists, including The Killers, Avicii, Max Frost, American Authors, and Shawn Mendes, among others. Valencia is widely regarded as one of the industry’s most respected and admired executives, not only for her exceptional business and creative acumen but also for her grounded, motivational leadership style, which resonates with her team and artists alike.
In addition to her impressive track record in the music industry, Valencia is also a highly sought-after speaker on a variety of topics, including Digital Marketing, Social Media, and Women’s Empowerment. She has presented at prestigious institutions such as Harvard University, George Washington University, Canadian Music Week, SXSW, CMJ, and “Dialog Konferansen,” the most significant and well-known conference on digital marketing, CX, and CRM in Scandinavia.
Valencia’s passion for music extends beyond her work with JV Agency. She has also become a respected source for music curation, providing services for brands, in-store events, and fashion shows. Moreover, Valencia has combined her love for fashion and philanthropy by launching The Valencia, a venture that donates proceeds from its products to charity organizations throughout New York City. Through The Valencia, Jazmine Valencia aims to revolutionize the way we give back to our communities by focusing on Social Entrepreneurship.
Valencia’s ultimate goal is to bring together people from different cultures and geographies. She leverages technology as a catalyst for positive change, using her vast reach to create a platform for connection. As an innovator in the digital and music spheres, there is no doubt that Jazmine Valencia will continue to pursue her vision with her exceptional talent, passion, and dedication, serving as a role model for the next generation.
Jessie Land
Director of Streaming Strategy, Independent Co.
Jorge Garcia
Tour Promoter, Live Nation Worldwide
Kaity Davie
Project Manager, Live Nation
Kate Cordova
Senior Director of Social Media, Marketing and Communications, ASCAP
Kate is the architect of ASCAP’s global social media strategy across all platforms.
Kelly Kapp
VP Touring, US Concerts/EVP, HOBE Talent, Live Nation Worldwide
Lauren Gilhooley
IT Operation Program Manager, Live Nation Entertainment
Lauren Gilhooley helps manage the behind-the-scenes tech wizards who keeps all the tech stuff at a company running smoothly. She helps plan out tech projects (kind of like planning a big event) and makes sure everyone & everything is working together.
Miles Whitworth
Producer, DJ, & Engineer, Mileage Productions
Natalie Jacobs
Entrepreneur, Founder, Equalizer Consulting
Rae Grabowski
Agent, Wasserman
Taryn Haight
VP of Strategy, Electronic Music, Wasserman
The Network
Meet industry experts for tailored advice!
Alyssa Byrne
Senior Manager, Writer and Publisher Relations, TuneCore
Alyssa Bryne is a music industry professional helping independent songwriters and artists flourish in their careers. Writer and Publisher Relations Manager at TuneCore with a demonstrated history of success in building quality relationships. Specialized knowledge of music publishing and rights management.
Brandon Holman
VP of Marketing and Wellness, Guin Records
Brandon Holman is a seasoned marketing executive with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of tech, music, and popular culture. He has worked with major companies such as Snap, TikTok, and UnitedMasters, leading successful 360° marketing campaigns and building key strategic partnerships. Some of the notable artists he has worked with include Omar Apollo, Snoh Allegra, and Steve Lacy, among others. Brandon serves on the advisory board for the Music Business Association and is an active member of the Recording Academy’s LA Chapter Foundations Committee.
In addition to his work in marketing, Brandon is also an avid mental health and wellness advocate. He is a KRI certified Kundalini yoga teacher prioritizing well-being in the entertainment industry. Brandon is also the co-founder of The Lazuli Collective, an experiential wellness agency that delivers wellness and mental health programming to audiences around the world through events, music, and consulting, partnering with brands such as Calm, Nike, and The Coachella Music and Arts Festival. Brandon’s work has been featured in major publications such as Billboard and HITS Daily Double, showcasing his commitment to supporting artists, creatives, and executives in the entertainment industry.
Claudia Campos Jugo
Mid Market Account Executive, DISCO
Damion Sandidge
Cloud Engineer Team Lead, Live Nation
Ellis Tucker
Mix and Mastering Engineer, Ellis Tucker Mix Engineer
Gabi Kochlani
Head of A&R, The Grey Administration
Geoff Sherr
Director of Business Development, Stem
Juan Bonigno
Manager, Music Partnerships, Snap Inc.
Kyle Lee
Sr Director, Business Development/Artist Relations, Kollective Neighboring Rights/The Orchard
Manny Adler
Head of Music Strategy, Snap Inc.
Ryan MacAvoy
Talent Management and Digital Marketing, ATG
The Interview
Resume reviews, career advice, and recruitment.
Angelique Malloy
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Angelique is an HR professional with experience across the retail, logistics, advertising and gaming industry. Meticulous in strategic Human Resources execution, able to streamline all Human Resources activities to increase revenue growth. Strong skills in Talent Acquisition , HR Policies, learning and development and project management.
Anh Do
Director of Recruitment, Live Nation Concerts
Caroline Garcia
Talent Acquisition, The Orchard
Chantel Diaz
Director, Inclusivity & Well-Being, Live Nation
Chantel works with Live Nation owned and operated concert venues to create inclusive and welcoming spaces for all Fans, Crew Members and Artists that enter our spaces.
Georgina Castro
Regional HR Manager, AEG Presents
My professional passion for music business comes from my love of music, travel, culture and people.
I graduated with a BA in Music Industry Studies from Cal Poly Pomona. Throughout my career I have held both operational and human resources roles in hospitality and music. My experience in music has been, music editor for a local magazine and managing tours for local artist across the country/ internationally and now I am a Regional HR Business Partner for 7 different divisions at AEG Presents that include (Global Touring, Concerts West Touring, Messina Touring Group, Premium Ticketing, AEG Presents Las Vegas, Comedy and occasionally provide support to the Goldenvoice team with Festivals such as Coachella, Stagecoach and PowerTrip in Indio CA).
A little more about myself;
I was born in Los Angeles, CA but raised in Las Vegas, NV in 2009 I moved back to California to purse the “California Dream.” I am the oldest of 2 daughters, I hails from a large extended family with roots in Mexico. I started playing guitar at the age of 14 and am classically trained. I count The Beatles, Guns N Roses and Pink Floyd amongst my favorite bands.
Jon Bell
Director of Fan Services & Accessibility, Live Nation Entertainment
Jon believes in a world where live entertainment should be available and accessible to folks of all abilities and backgrounds. He has spent the majority of my career taking care of customers while nurturing people & and programming to create best-in-class experiences.
His current role consists of working within the Live Nation portfolio of venues in North America to ensure fans & artists can come together to celebrate an inclusive live music experience.
Jordana Golub
Director, Talent Acquisition, Concord
Kalia Turner
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Maria Ochoa
Program Director, Yes2Jobs
Marissa Tong
Recruiter, Live Nation Concerts
Matthew Hipp
Talent Acquisition, Insomniac
Sara Napolitano
Senior Manager, Human Resources, Insomniac
Human Resources: Connecting, growing & developing people all around the world! I love to help people solve their challenges and reach their potential!
Tatiana Yanuaria
HR Director, Live Nation
Twanna Simmons
DE&I Business Partner, AEG Presents
As the DE&I Business Partner Twanna Simmons is responsible for developing, managing and executing DE&I programs, DE&I hosted events and civic activities for AEG Presents.
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Topic: Music Business
2:00 pm – 2:25 pm
Key Conversation
Chei Burris
Director of Recruiting, Live Nation
Manny Adler
Head of Music Strategy, Snap Inc.
Tom DeSavia
SVP A&R, Concord
2:25pm – 2:45 pm
The Workshop – Topic related conversation with the pros
Alyssa Byrne
Senior Manager, Writer and Publisher Relations, TuneCore
Alyssa Bryne is a music industry professional helping independent songwriters and artists flourish in their careers. Writer and Publisher Relations Manager at TuneCore with a demonstrated history of success in building quality relationships. Specialized knowledge of music publishing and rights management.
Anoush Kirakosian
Senior Manager, Corporate Philanthropy and Branded Events, Concord
Brandon Holman
VP of Marketing and Wellness, Guin Records
Brandon Holman is a seasoned marketing executive with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of tech, music, and popular culture. He has worked with major companies such as Snap, TikTok, and UnitedMasters, leading successful 360° marketing campaigns and building key strategic partnerships. Some of the notable artists he has worked with include Omar Apollo, Snoh Allegra, and Steve Lacy, among others. Brandon serves on the advisory board for the Music Business Association and is an active member of the Recording Academy’s LA Chapter Foundations Committee.
In addition to his work in marketing, Brandon is also an avid mental health and wellness advocate. He is a KRI certified Kundalini yoga teacher prioritizing well-being in the entertainment industry. Brandon is also the co-founder of The Lazuli Collective, an experiential wellness agency that delivers wellness and mental health programming to audiences around the world through events, music, and consulting, partnering with brands such as Calm, Nike, and The Coachella Music and Arts Festival. Brandon’s work has been featured in major publications such as Billboard and HITS Daily Double, showcasing his commitment to supporting artists, creatives, and executives in the entertainment industry.
Chei Burris
Director of Recruiting, Live Nation
Damion Sandidge
Cloud Engineer Team Lead, Live Nation
Ellis Tucker
Mix and Mastering Engineer, Ellis Tucker Mix Engineer
Gabi Kochlani
Head of A&R, The Grey Administration
Jessie Land
Director of Streaming Strategy, Independent Co.
Juan Bonigno
Manager, Music Partnerships, Snap Inc.
Kyle Lee
Sr Director, Business Development/Artist Relations, Kollective Neighboring Rights/The Orchard
Manny Adler
Head of Music Strategy, Snap Inc.
Rae Grabowski
Agent, Wasserman
Ryan MacAvoy
Talent Management and Digital Marketing, ATG
Tom DeSavia
SVP A&R, Concord
The Network
Meet industry experts for tailored advice!
Ashley Baronfeld
Tour Marketing Director, Live Nation
Celine Torkan
Social Media Manager, Nederlander Concerts
Celine is in charge of paid and organic social media efforts for a concert promoter.
Claudia Campos Jugo
Mid Market Account Executive, DISCO
Geoff Sherr
Director of Business Development, Stem
Harrison Golding
VP of Strategic Marketing, EMPIRE
Harrison oversees the digital, creative and social departments at EMPIRE.
Jared Oluwa
Sync Licensing Creative, TheGrandCamp
Jared Oluwa is a Music Composer from Los Angeles who works in the TV & Film industry.
As a member of the LA Recording Academy, the Diverse Representation shows the impact globally.
He has been featured on Networks such as:
FOX Soul, HBO Max, BET, Facebook, VH1 and more.
As an Educator, he enjoys sharing his experience as a Mentor on Panels to help the current and next generation.
Jazmine Valencia
President, JV Agency
Jazmine Valencia is the visionary founder of JV Agency. Her innovative, artist-focused marketing strategies and culture-building expertise have contributed to propelling the careers of a diverse and highly successful roster of top-selling artists, including The Killers, Avicii, Max Frost, American Authors, and Shawn Mendes, among others. Valencia is widely regarded as one of the industry’s most respected and admired executives, not only for her exceptional business and creative acumen but also for her grounded, motivational leadership style, which resonates with her team and artists alike.
In addition to her impressive track record in the music industry, Valencia is also a highly sought-after speaker on a variety of topics, including Digital Marketing, Social Media, and Women’s Empowerment. She has presented at prestigious institutions such as Harvard University, George Washington University, Canadian Music Week, SXSW, CMJ, and “Dialog Konferansen,” the most significant and well-known conference on digital marketing, CX, and CRM in Scandinavia.
Valencia’s passion for music extends beyond her work with JV Agency. She has also become a respected source for music curation, providing services for brands, in-store events, and fashion shows. Moreover, Valencia has combined her love for fashion and philanthropy by launching The Valencia, a venture that donates proceeds from its products to charity organizations throughout New York City. Through The Valencia, Jazmine Valencia aims to revolutionize the way we give back to our communities by focusing on Social Entrepreneurship.
Valencia’s ultimate goal is to bring together people from different cultures and geographies. She leverages technology as a catalyst for positive change, using her vast reach to create a platform for connection. As an innovator in the digital and music spheres, there is no doubt that Jazmine Valencia will continue to pursue her vision with her exceptional talent, passion, and dedication, serving as a role model for the next generation.
Kaity Davie
Project Manager, Live Nation
Kate Cordova
Senior Director of Social Media, Marketing and Communications, ASCAP
Kate is the architect of ASCAP’s global social media strategy across all platforms.
Lauren Gilhooley
IT Operation Program Manager, Live Nation Entertainment
Lauren Gilhooley helps manage the behind-the-scenes tech wizards who keeps all the tech stuff at a company running smoothly. She helps plan out tech projects (kind of like planning a big event) and makes sure everyone & everything is working together.
Miles Whitworth
Producer, DJ, & Engineer, Mileage Productions
Natalie Jacobs
Entrepreneur, Founder, Equalizer Consulting
Taryn Haight
VP of Strategy, Electronic Music, Wasserman
The Interview
Resume reviews, career advice, and recruitment.
Angelique Malloy
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Angelique is an HR professional with experience across the retail, logistics, advertising and gaming industry. Meticulous in strategic Human Resources execution, able to streamline all Human Resources activities to increase revenue growth. Strong skills in Talent Acquisition , HR Policies, learning and development and project management.
Anh Do
Director of Recruitment, Live Nation Concerts
Caroline Garcia
Talent Acquisition, The Orchard
Chantel Diaz
Director, Inclusivity & Well-Being, Live Nation
Chantel works with Live Nation owned and operated concert venues to create inclusive and welcoming spaces for all Fans, Crew Members and Artists that enter our spaces.
Georgina Castro
Regional HR Manager, AEG Presents
My professional passion for music business comes from my love of music, travel, culture and people.
I graduated with a BA in Music Industry Studies from Cal Poly Pomona. Throughout my career I have held both operational and human resources roles in hospitality and music. My experience in music has been, music editor for a local magazine and managing tours for local artist across the country/ internationally and now I am a Regional HR Business Partner for 7 different divisions at AEG Presents that include (Global Touring, Concerts West Touring, Messina Touring Group, Premium Ticketing, AEG Presents Las Vegas, Comedy and occasionally provide support to the Goldenvoice team with Festivals such as Coachella, Stagecoach and PowerTrip in Indio CA).
A little more about myself;
I was born in Los Angeles, CA but raised in Las Vegas, NV in 2009 I moved back to California to purse the “California Dream.” I am the oldest of 2 daughters, I hails from a large extended family with roots in Mexico. I started playing guitar at the age of 14 and am classically trained. I count The Beatles, Guns N Roses and Pink Floyd amongst my favorite bands.
Jon Bell
Director of Fan Services & Accessibility, Live Nation Entertainment
Jon believes in a world where live entertainment should be available and accessible to folks of all abilities and backgrounds. He has spent the majority of my career taking care of customers while nurturing people & and programming to create best-in-class experiences.
His current role consists of working within the Live Nation portfolio of venues in North America to ensure fans & artists can come together to celebrate an inclusive live music experience.
Jordana Golub
Director, Talent Acquisition, Concord
Kalia Turner
Human Resources Business Partner, Live Nation
Maria Ochoa
Program Director, Yes2Jobs
Marissa Tong
Recruiter, Live Nation Concerts
Matthew Hipp
Talent Acquisition, Insomniac
Sara Napolitano
Senior Manager, Human Resources, Insomniac
Human Resources: Connecting, growing & developing people all around the world! I love to help people solve their challenges and reach their potential!
Tatiana Yanuaria
HR Director, Live Nation
Twanna Simmons
DE&I Business Partner, AEG Presents
As the DE&I Business Partner Twanna Simmons is responsible for developing, managing and executing DE&I programs, DE&I hosted events and civic activities for AEG Presents.
2:45 pm – 3:30 pm
Industry & Young Professionals’ Mixer
Join us to celebrate the end of an incredible day of industry learning! Meet the peers and pros you haven’t had a chance to connect with yet.