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Music Biz 2017

Please note that Monday, May 15 consists of pre-convention meetings, digital service workshops, the Entertainment & Technology Law Conference, and the Industry Jam 2. The full program will take place Tuesday, May 16 through Thursday, May 18.

Tyler Schultz

Ferris State University
Student
tylergschultz2334@gmail.com

I am a graduated Music Industry Management student seeking employment in the music industry.

8:00am

Bridge Bar @ Music Biz with BuzzAngle Music Bridge Bar

10:10am

The DMCA, YouTube & You: Charting the Future of Music Online Music City BallroomJohn Tehranian • Chris Harrison • Don Nottingham

11:00am

Google Play and YouTube Music Workshop: Label Tools Overview [SIGN-UP HAS ENDED] 205 (CC)

1:00pm

Working with Spotify’s Creator Services Team [SIGN-UP HAS ENDED] 206 (CC)

3:00pm

Connecting and Engaging in the World of Pandora Premium 205 (CC)

4:00pm

Amazon Music Unlimited Workshop: How Voice is Revolutionizing Music Discovery 204 (CC)

4:50pm

Weighing the Options: A Mock Negotiation Evaluating and Comparing Modern Record Deals Music City BallroomAdam Ritholz • Jennifer Newman Sharpe • Monika Tashman • Kos Weaver

8:00pm

Industry Jam 2 [TICKET REQUIRED] Grand Ballroom

8:00am

Networking Breakfast sponsored by MediaNet Convention Center Foyer

9:00am

LIVE — Experience, Engagement & Economy 204 (CC)Christina Holding • Nick Barnes • Kevin Chernett • David Silbaugh • Matt Yazge Metadata Summit Keynote: Barak Moffitt of Universal Music Group 206 (CC)Barak Moffitt

9:30am

Careers in Music: A Survey of Jobs in a Fast-changing Music Industry Grand Ballroom WestBen Yonas • John Hazen • Lucia Kaminsky • Lanita Smith

10:00am

Who Gets Paid for YOUR Music 205 (CC)Jim Griffin • Linda Bloss-Baum • David Boyer • Bart Herbison • Peter Jenner • Will Page • Gandhar Savur • ALISON SMITH

10:15am

The Entrepreneur Mindset: Resources to Get You Started Grand Ballroom WestStan Renard • Channing Moreland • Brandon Vondera

10:30am

Hello vs. Hello: Collecting Global Songwriting Royalties 206 (CC)Bill Wilson • Joe Conyers III • Annie Lin • Adam Parness

11:00am

How Artists Are Using Data to Succeed in Business and Connect with Fans 204 (CC)Jim Lidestri • Seth England • Fletcher Foster • Nick Garvin

11:45am

Some Day We’ll Find It: The Metadata, Playlist and Voice Search Connection 206 (CC)Emmanuel Legrand • Darryl Ballantyne • Chris Frankenberg • Mike Pegan • Ryan Redington

1:00pm

Lunch Break TBA

2:00pm

How Niche Streaming Services Can Grow Your Profit Mix 208 (CC)Stephen Relph • Benson Curb • Vickie Nauman • Timothy J. Trudeau Using the Power of Direct-to-Fan Engagement to Build Artist Momentum & Fuel Success 205 (CC)Bram Bessoff • Vanessa Ferrer • Jerry Lembo • Ryan Star

3:00pm

Fad vs. Future: Biggest Digital Trends Shaping the Music Industry 204 (CC)Gavin Ivester • Drew Burchfield • Kent Underwood • Jillian Zatta Snack Chat Grand Ballroom WestGloria Green • Jeff DaMert • Rush Davenport • Halie Hampton • Stacy Merida • Cheryl Moore • Nathan Pyle • Pete Stormer • Makenzie Williams

4:00pm

Featured Presentation: Music's Leading Ladies Speak Out powered by Nielsen Music Grand Ballroom EastErin Crawford • Leslie Fram • Ann Powers • Kelly Clarkson • Tracy Gershon • Julie Greenwald • Jessica Sobhraj • Sarah Trahern

6:00pm

WEA Cocktail Party Bridge Bar

8:30am

Awards Breakfast & Presentations sponsored by CMA Grand BallroomJustine Avila • Fred Beteille • James Donio • Steve Harkins • Damon Whiteside

11:00am

TuneIn: Engage with Passionate Listeners 206 (CC)Scott Parker

11:10am

Branded Artist Content: Its Value, Purpose and Potential 206 (CC)Marieke Bianchi • Jamie Younger • Parul Chokshi • Steven Hancock • Robert Sanchez

11:40am

Marketing McGraw: How Staying 'Humble & Kind' Sparked a Movement 204 (CC)Brian Kaplan • James Stewart

12:05pm

The Superfan Experience: Treating Every Customer Like an Influencer 206 (CC)Brittany Hodak

12:15pm

Thomas Rhett: Breaking an International Act 204 (CC)Phyllis Stark • Jimmy Chapin • Virginia Davis • Anna-Sophie Mertens • Akiko Rogers

2:00pm

Brand Partnerships That Sing: A Road Map to Creating Authentic Music Experiences 206 (CC)Matt Yazge • John Gasloli • Susan Hommel

2:30pm

Using Digital Firsts To Attract Big Brand $$$ 206 (CC)Jon Vanhala • Bryan Calhoun • Camille Hackney • Meryl Johnson • Jeff Swierk • David Wander

3:00pm

How to Build a Sound Streaming Strategy 205 (CC)Charles Alexander • Brad Belanger • Brian Hirsh The New Face of A&R – How To Find Hits and What Happens Next 209/210 (CC)Steve Robertson • Michael Howe • Chris Martignago • Matthew Morgan • Victoria Nugent

3:15pm

Closing Keynote: Cracker Barrel 206 (CC)Don Hoffman

4:00pm

Featured Presentation: Keynote Conversation with Spotify's Troy Carter Grand Ballroom EastNate Rau • Troy Carter

6:00pm

The Orchard's 20th Anniversary Happy Hour CC Rotunda

8:00am

Networking Breakfast sponsored by UMG Nashville Convention Center Foyer

12:30pm

Awards Luncheon sponsored by BuzzAngle Music Grand BallroomFred Beteille • James Donio • Colin Hanks • Jim Lidestri

2:30pm

Featured Presentation: NSAI Songwriters in the Round Music City BallroomRhett Akins • Bart Herbison • Rivers Rutherford

5:15pm

What's Your Deal? Understanding Recording Agreements in 2017 206 (CC)Jamie Starling • Molly Shehan • Chris Taylor

7:00pm

WHO KNEW [RSVP REQUIRED] City Winery