Panels

Time: 3pm to 4pm

Description: Dive into the big, bad legal landscape as it pertains to artists and music professionals, from contracts to safeguarding your creative assets. Join us as we dive into the crucial aspects of contract negotiation and management, designed for creators, performers, and business professionals alike. No matter what stage you are in your career, this event will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complex world of contracts confidently and effectively.

Speakers:

Adrian Barnardo

Adrian Barnardo is an associate at Taylor Oballa Murray Leyland LLP. He joined the firm as a summer student in 2015 and articled with the firm in 2016-2017. He was admitted to the Ontario Bar in 2017. Adrian is a graduate of California State University (B.A. in Political Science & Government) and Osgoode Hall Law School (J.D.). He practices generally in the area of entertainment and media law.

Prior to pursuing his legal studies, Adrian attended Musician’s Institute in Hollywood, CA, where he studied in the percussion program. He spent the following 10 years performing throughout the U.S. & Canada in various Los Angeles based bands. In his spare time, Adrian continues to play the drums, while also pursing his newfound interest in drum restoration.

Shayna Jan is an associate at Taylor Oballa Murray Leyland LLP. Shayna joined the firm as a summer student in 2021 and articled with the firm in 2022-2023. She was admitted to the Ontario bar in 2023 and now practices generally in the areas of entertainment and media law.

Shayna Jan

Prior to obtaining her J.D. from Osgoode Hall Law School, Shayna attended the University of Toronto, where she graduated summa cum laude. While in law school, Shayna acted as President of the Osgoode Fashion Law Society and also participated in the Intellectual Property Law and Technology Intensive, where she had the opportunity to intern at the Globe and Mail. In addition to this experience, Shayna has worked with music non-profits, talent agencies, and legal clinics, where she acted for influencers, musicians, artists, writers, actors, directors, and other creatives. She has a wide variety of experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts in the entertainment context.

Time: 4pm to 5pm

Description: Get paid for your mechanical royalties! What does that mean? Join Marianne Anderson, Publisher Relations Manager at Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency (CMRRA) in conversation with Rachael Clark, Head of Music Administration at peer music. Discover why musical work registration is crucial for Publishers and Self-Published Songwriters to ensure you are paid. Gain organizational tips, career advice and explore the symbiotic relationship between Collective Management Organizations (CMO) and Publishers.

Speakers:

Marianne Anderson, Publisher Relations Manager at CMRRA

Marianne is the Publisher Relations Manager at the Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency (CMRRA), a SoundExchange company. Marianne joined CMRRA in 1996 as a Royalty Administrator shortly after graduating from two Music Industry Arts programs and an Office Administration program at Fanshawe College. Shortly thereafter, she was promoted to the role of Supervisor of Royalty Inquiries and Distribution. With the advent of online/digital licensing in Canada in 2004, Marianne became the first Supervisor of Online and Tariff Licensing at CMRRA. Marianne’s nuanced understanding of both digital and tariff licensing and royalty processing and distribution, combined with a passion for building relationships, sharing knowledge, and helping music publishers and self-published songwriters navigate the complex world of reproduction rights, naturally led Marianne to her current role.

Rachel Clark, Head of Music Administration at peermusic

Rachael Clark, Head of Administration at peermusic Canada. Prior to joining peermusic in 2016 as Copyright & Office Administrator, Rachael worked at CMRRA in the Membership Services & Copyright departments. She is the relationship manager for SOCAN, CMRRA, and major & independent labels. She sits on the Music Publishers Canada NxtGen committee. Rachael specializes in copyright management & royalties, and has been instrumental in the Canadian implementation of such important sub-publisher catalogues as: Hipgnosis Songs Fund Limited, Wise Music, and Big Machine Music.

Time: 5pm to 6pm

Description: Artists are invited to stay for eats, drinks and networking with bands and industry from across Canada and all over the world.