Artificial intelligence is already reshaping how music publishers work. This panel explores three ways AI is being put to work in publishing today: detecting streaming fraud and protecting rightsholder revenue, streamlining day-to-day operations and data verification, and building rights-based licensing frameworks between AI platforms and publishers. A grounded, practical conversation about the tools and frameworks that are changing the business right now.
Edward Ginis, OpenPlay (Moderator)
Liz Moody, Granderson Des Rochers
Larry Mills, Vobile
Ben Bailer, Bailer Music
Ali Lieberman, Symphonic Distribution
Legendary songwriter and producer Glen Ballard sits down with Concord’s Tom DeSavia for an intimate, candid conversation about a career that has shaped popular music for decades. From the stories behind iconic songs to the craft of songwriting and the business of publishing, this is a rare opportunity to hear one of music’s most influential voices speak openly about the work that defines his legacy.
Tom DeSavia
Glen Ballard
An unfiltered look at the state of sync today, driven entirely by the audience. From pitching and pricing to creative trends and deal realities, this session invites real-time questions via live submission, creating an open and honest conversation between music supervisors and the people pitching to them.
Brooke Primont, Concord Music Publishing (Moderator)
Amanda Levine, Platinum Rye Entertainment
Kara Foley, PULSE Music Group
Melissa Somosky, Independent Music Consultant
The center of gravity in music publishing is shifting. Latin, MENA, Africa, and South Asia are no longer emerging markets waiting their turn. They are power centers generating global hits, reshaping deal structures, and forcing the entire industry to rethink what international publishing looks like. This panel brings together publishing executives and industry leaders with deep roots in these markets for a candid conversation about regional growth, cross-border opportunity, and what every publisher needs to understand about where the business is heading.
Adam Parness, Music Consulting (Moderator)
Elizabeth Rodda, peermusic
Jashima Wadehra, ODE Consulting
Spek, PopArabia
Thando Makhunga, Downtown Music Publishing Africa
What does it actually take to run an independent publishing operation today? The answers are more interesting than you might think. This conversation brings together indie publishing leaders for a candid, global look at the wins, the challenges, and the shifts defining the independent landscape today. From deal structures and international growth to sync opportunities and creator development, this is the session where the indie community speaks for itself.ad.
Amber Charania, YouTube (Moderator)
Danny Abowd, The Royalty Network
Delphine Dalquie-Dickson, 22D Music Group
Heather Johnson, Sub Pop
Jennifer Newman Sharpe, Exceleration Music
The U.S. Copyright Office is navigating one of the most consequential moments in the history of music publishing. From AI and training data to streaming fraud, termination rights, and a sweeping modernization effort, the questions facing rights holders have never been more complex or more urgent. Register of Copyrights Shira Perlmutter and General Counsel and Associate Register of Copyrights Emily L. Chapuis join us for a candid fireside conversation about where copyright law stands today, what the Office is doing to modernize for the digital age, and what independent publishers need to understand about the road ahead.
Art Levy, Songtradr (Moderator)
Shira Perlmutter, U.S. Copyright Office
Emily L. Chapuis, U.S. Copyright Office
The policy landscape shaping music publishing has never been more consequential. From Capitol Hill to industry boardrooms, the rules are being tested, challenged, and in some cases rewritten. This annual conversation brings together leading legal and policy voices to break down the Washington developments that matter most right now and what they mean for your catalog, your rights, and your business going forward.
Michael Simon, HFA (Moderator)
Chris Barkley, NMPA
Graham Davies, DIMA
Linda Bloss-Baum, SONA
Morna Willens, RIAA
Keynote with Hitmaker Sam Hollander.
From Capitol Hill to industry boardrooms, evolving laws and regulations are transforming the U.S. music landscape. How will these changes impact music publishers, rights holders, and the broader ecosystem?
Join our panel of experts as they break down the latest legislative and regulatory updates—what they mean for music rights, royalties, and industry practices, and how stakeholders can navigate this shifting legal landscape.
Featuring Jeff Pachman, Jeff Waye, Vinny Kumar & Joanne Kelsey. Moderated by Marc Emert-Hutner.
Let’s dive into the important collaboration between a music publisher’s Sync and A&R departments and how these teams collaborate for success.
Independent music publishers play a vital role in shaping the global music industry, fostering creativity, championing songwriters, and ensuring fair compensation for their work. This panel discussion, centered around the IMPF Global Market View Report, offers an exclusive look at the latest trends —from emerging markets to evolving revenue streams.
Following the report presentation, we will explore “The Benefits of Building a Network of Like-Minded Partners Around the World.” In today’s fast-changing landscape, independent publishers thrive when they collaborate across borders, sharing resources, expertise, and opportunities. From strengthening licensing agreements to navigating new digital platforms, strategic partnerships empower independent music publishers to amplify their impact and gain a competitive edge in a globalised market. Our panelists will provide firsthand insights.
