Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US)

Join us for the Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US) New York Summit on Monday, June 10th! Dive into a day of networking, panels, and presentations with industry experts from management, sync and beyond. The following panels and presentations are already confirmed with more to follow: *GRAMMY 101 Presentation: The New York Chapter of the The Recording Academy / GRAMMYs *Music Votes Coalition: A 3 Step Plan To Solve Voting & More: #iVoted#iVoted, HeadCount Org, Grounded.org and Music Sustainability Alliance *NY Music Month Presentation: NYC Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment *Empowering Independent Musicians: Financing, Licensing, and Expert Coaching: The Mechanical Licensing Collective, Sound Royalties, and Adaptive Music *The State of Sync: curated by SyncSummit -Existing Members can attend the MMF-US NY Summit for FREE. Log in to the Member Portal (https://lnkd.in/eUn3WgMD) for the promo code -New Members can join at a special rate of $25 (normally $49.50) with promo code WELCOMETOMMFUS -Renewing Members can renew at a special rate of $50 (normally $99) with promo code WELCOMEBACK REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/eQCwJcGR TONY D. ALEXANDER Nick Cucci Jamie Dominguez Shira Gans, MPP Jon van Gelder Jesse Kirshbaum Kurt Langer Lauren Loverde Khufu Reign Lucille Wenegieme Emily White #MusicBiz #Music #MusicBusiness #MusicManagement #MMFUS #NYCSummit #MusicIndustry #artistmanagers #artistmanagement #artists

Join the MMF-US NY Summit: Monday, June 10, 9:30 AM - 6 PM Hurry! Limited tickets available and the event is nearly sold out! Join us on Monday for an unforgettable day of keynotes, panels, presentations, and networking on Monday, June 10th at Reed Smith, 599 Lexington Avenue, 22nd Floor, New York, NY 10022 (between 52nd & 53rd, MAP). * 9:30am Doors * 10:00am: Welcome & Introduction by the Music Managers Forum - US (MMF-US) * 10:15am: KEYNOTE INTERVIEW -  The Creator Economy and Brand Partnerships - Amaechi Uzoigwe (Artist Manager & Entrepreneur - Run The Jewels & Portfolio Africa), interviewed by Jesse Kirshbaum (CEO, Nue Agency & Beats+Bytes) * 10:45am: PRESENTATION: GRAMMY 101 - Nick Cucci (Sr. Executive Director) & Lauren Loverde (Sr. Project Manager) of The New York Chapter of the Recording Academy * 11:45am PRESENTATION: Selling Your Catalog: What You Need to Know - Lucile Bouhanna, Associate, Entertainment & Media, Reed Smith LLP * 12:00pm: PANEL: Music Votes Coalition: A 3-Step Plan To Solve Voting & More - Emily White (CEO, #iVotedConcerts), Andy Bernstein (Founder & Strategic Advisor, HeadCount), JaRel Clay (Associate Senior Director, Digital and Production, Hip Hop Caucus), Jon van Gelder (Executive Director, Grounded), with Kurt Langer (Board of Directors, Music Sustainability Alliance) to moderate. * 1:00pm Lunch * 2:00pm: PRESENTATION: NY Music Month - Shira Gans, MPP (Senior Executive Director, Policy + Programs, New York Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment) * 2:05pm: KEYNOTE: Navigating Neighboring Rights - Peter Leathem OBE (CEO, PPL) * 2:20pm: PANEL: Empowering Independent Musicians: Financing, Licensing, and Expert Coaching: Jamie Dominguez (National Director, Industry Relations, The MLC), Alex Heiche (CEO, Sound Royalties), and TONY D. ALEXANDER (President and Managing Director, Adaptive Music) with Neeta Ragoowansi (President, MMF-US) to moderate. * 3:20pm: PANEL: Creator-Led Marketing - Jeff Stempeck (Indie Label Business Development, TikTok/SoundOn), Shilpa Sadagopan (Creator Marketing Manager, TikTok/SoundOn), Anj "Fayemz" Fayemi Fayemi (Co-Founder & CEO, Rivet), and Cherriana Wang (Asian and Middle Eastern Artist Development, Sony Music Entertainment) with Khufu Reign (Producer & Manager, We Make Music) to moderate. * 4:20pm: PANEL: The State of Sync: Presented by Sync Summit: Ben Dorenfeld (Head of Music, Anomaly), Julie Hurwitz (Founder & CEO, Songbird Creative), and Josh Rabinowitz (Music Consultant & Professor, Brooklyn Music Experience), with Mark Frieser (CEO of Sync Summit & Disconic) to moderate * 5:00-6:00pm Mixer Tickets for non-MMF-US members cost $100, but special rate PROMO CODES are in contained within Eventbrite registration link: https://lnkd.in/eQCwJcGR

Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US) is excited to announce our upcoming webinar on June 6th, 4-5pm ET: "Navigating the Emotional Landscape of the Music Industry: A Guide to Thriving." Join Artist/Entrepreneur Ace Patterson and CoMuse Founder LJ Malberg, PCC as they discuss managing stress, overcoming setbacks, and sustaining motivation. Don’t miss out register for FREE below! FREE RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eeRsC4j7 #MusicIndustry #Webinar #ArtistManagement #MMFUS #MusicBiz #Music #MusicBusiness #MusicManagement #MusicManager #artistmanagers #musictech

On Wednesday, May 15th you will find the Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US) at Music Business Association in the The Music Industry Lives Here community hub, sponsored by Downtown Music and Keychange US (in Griffin FGH in the JW Marriott). Where we will be hosting our Meet The Managers event (10-11 AM CT) and Artist Management Masterclass panel (11-12 PM CT). MEET-UP: Meet The Managers is an essential event for music managers of all levels at Music Business Association, offering networking, discussions on industry topics, and global manager engagement. Hosted by Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US), a leading association for US music managers, and part of the IMMF global network, this event on May 15th at 10 AM CT features discussions on industry developments, membership, advocacy, and future initiatives. Don't miss this chance to connect and collaborate with peers in artist management from across the globe; join us for a vital gathering at Music Biz! Neeta Ragoowansi Jake Beaumont-Nesbitt Sharon Tapper PANEL: An Artist Management Masterclass On May 15th at 11 AM CT, experienced artist managers will share insights on key roles, discovering talent, nurturing manager-artist relationships, marketing strategies, and sustaining long-term careers. Join us to learn proven strategies and gain valuable advice for navigating the dynamic world of artist management in the music industry. Discover shared tactics that drive artist development and success, tailored for both seasoned professionals and those new to the field. Nicole Barsalona Jeremy Gruber Anna Kolander #artists #artistmanagers #musicbiz #mmfus #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musictech

Join the Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US) LA Chapter for an exciting evening of networking and fun at the Desert 5 Spot rooftop bar in the heart of Hollywood on Tuesday, June 4th, 6-8pm. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals in the music industry. Whether you're an artist manager, a self-managed artist, or a music industry professional this mixer is the place to be. Our quarterly Meetup events are where our community has the opportunity to learn, share, and connect with one another. Don't miss out on this amazing chance to expand your professional network and have a great time doing it. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable night at the MMF-US LA Summer Mixer Networking Event! Please note that this is a 21+ event. FREE REGISTRATION HERE: https://lnkd.in/gtE_WjCe #mmfus #artistmanagers #musicbusiness #musicbiz #artists #musicindustry

Tune into Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US)-US's Webinar on May 30th (1 PM ET/ 10 AM PT) to unlock the secrets of #superfan engagement with Music Ally Marlen Huellbrock, Head of Marketing & Audience. Explore evolving strategies and tools from the latest Sandbox report “Marketing to Superfans,” to empower your Artist Teams. Learn, adapt, and elevate your music marketing. Join us and boost your strategies with industry insights and case studies. Don’t miss out! FREE RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gYFEfMEB #MusicBiz #Music #MusicBusiness #MusicManagement #MMFUS #MusicManager #artistmanagers #musictech #musicindustry #artists

Last night the NY Chapter of the Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US), Association Of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP) NY Young Professionals Committee (AIMP NY YPC), and the Women in Music NYU Chapter (WIM NYU) hosted our inaugural Young Professionals Mixer! Thank you to everyone who attended and participated to make the evening such a huge success! Special thanks to Kristen Peterman and Camus Celli for hosting us at Kensaltown East NYC. Many thanks to the collective efforts of Ashley Anderson Morey, Amy Birnbaum Debbie Rose Charlotte Xenopoulos and Roanne Mesirow for making the event possible and enabling all of our communities to network together. #wimnyu #mmfus #aimp #musicbusiness #musicbiz #musicindustry

Remember to RSVP for MMF-US Chicago Chapter Spring Mixer! Join us next week (Wednesday, April 3rd) for a fun evening of networking and fun at Park & Field. This in-person event provides the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals in the music industry. Whether you're an artist manager, self managed artist or a music industry professional this mixer is the place to be. Our quarterly networking events offer our community the opportunity to learn, share and connect with one another. Don't miss out on this amazing chance to expand your professional network and have a great time doing it. Mark your calendars for the Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US) Chicago Chapter Spring Mixer! WHEN: Wednesday, April 3rd, 6-8pm CST WHERE: Park and Field, 3509 W Fullerton Ave (between Fullerton and N St Louis Ave), Chicago, IL 60647 WHO: MMF-US Members, Non-Members and all music industry professionals are welcome to attend. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/e2Vp2wUF #artists #artistmanager #artistmanagement #musicbusiness #musicbiz #musicindustry #chicago

Thank you Amie Therrien at MMF Canada! It was a pleasure collaborating with you and to meet your Delegates during your time in NYC. We extend our gratitude to our Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US) members and friends who warmly welcomed the Delegates during their Music Export Mission to NYC. Special appreciation and thanks to those who took the time to meet with the Delegates: Pedro Pincay (Spotify); Nick Cucci, Lauren Loverde Leah Dowdy Logan Delgado & Brianna Henry (NY Chapter of The Recording Academy); Lauren Apolito Mike Boris Tessa Rae Butler Joe D'Ambrosio Keith D'Arcy Mark Frieser Trevor Gale Ariel Hyatt Jim Leavitt Kodi McKinney Rigo "Riggs" Morales Ross Robey, MBA Debbie Rose AJ Tobey Jacob Wunderlich Andrew Zam

MANAGERS BRUNCH PRESENTED BY THE Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US) & IMMF (March 14th) If you're in Austin next week for SXSW, please join the Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US), in partnership with the International Music Managers Forum (IMMF) for the MANAGERS BRUNCH on Thursday, March 14th, 9:00-11:00am CT, at Australia House at Lucille Patio Lounge, 77 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701 (MAP). Join us for brunch, drinks, and great coffee (courtesy of the Blue Stone Coffee pop up café). Network with music managers and self-managed artists from across the nation and around the world. Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US) Executives and Board Members will be at the event and available to discuss our latest developments, membership, advocacy efforts, and future initiatives. Australia House at Lucille is the place to be, providing the perfect backdrop for connecting with industry peers and meeting like-minded professionals in the music industry. Seize this opportunity to learn, share insights, and expand your professional network while having a blast! Mark your calendars for the MANAGERS BRUNCH. We look forward to seeing you there! REGISTER TO ATTEND (FREE) HERE: https://lnkd.in/euHXVQGa #artists #musicbusiness #musicbiz #artistmanagement #artistmanager #musicindustry #networking #sxsw2024 #mmfus