AIMP NY 2025 Holiday Party & Annual Meeting

Please join the New York Chapter of the AIMP for drinks, food, and celebration as we say farewell to 2025!

The Holiday Party & Annual Meeting will begin at 6pm on Thursday December 4th at High Bar New York atop the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel:

346 W 40th St 37th Floor, New York, NY 10018

We are thrilled to be awarding CMRRA and SOCAN with the Indie Spirit Award recognizing their 50th and 100th respective anniversaries.

Tickets are on sale now:

Members – $100

Non Members – $175

Drinks and hors d’oeuvres are included in the price of your ticket.

For group tickets, sponsorship opportunities and discounted hotel rates, please contact nyadmin@aimp.org.



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Music has become a cornerstone of brand storytelling on social media—but using it without permission carries real risks. High-profile cases show how international brands can face serious legal exposure, from statutory infringement to tortious interference.

This panel will explore how brands, marketing teams and advertising agencies can navigate music licensing and synchronization, while rightsholders learn how to safeguard their works through collaboration rather than conflict. The conversation will highlight strategies for fostering a cooperative ecosystem where brands respect copyrights and rightsholders benefit from fair, mutually rewarding partnerships.

The panel will offer practical guidance for building a compliant and thriving social media music landscape.

This event is free to AIMP members, $20 for non members.



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Mark Frieser is a Clio Award–winning entrepreneur, and the Founder & CEO of Sync Summit. An internationally recognized leader in music, media, and technology, he also founded Sonvue, an AI-powered music company protecting creators’ rights, and has over 25 years of leadership across digital, mobile, and media. His work and insights have been featured in major outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Billboard, Forbes, The New York Times, and the BBC.
Kevin Casini is an attorney, educator, and advocate representing GRAMMY, Emmy, and Billboard Music Award winners, RIAA-certified artists, producers, writers, and performers; advising Fortune 100 brands, tech companies, trade associations, and public agencies.

Kevin is an active member of the Recording Academy and serves on advisory boards for FARHOF (Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame) and SONA (Songwriters of North America) and the Salt Lick Incubator. He is a professor of law at Quinnipiac University School of Law and speaks at law schools and universities across the country.

Lilah Obregon-Wilson began her music career in 2003, opening the The Lucky Cat venue, in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Artists featured include: Sharon Jones, Reggie Watts, Dr. Dog and TVOTR, as well as a top underground Djs. She brought her music relationships and legal expertise (JD, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law) into advertising as a music supervisor, ultimately ascending to head of the Music department at J. Walter Thompson. She moved on to freelance, developing a roster of clients including: Coach, Michael Kors, and Remezcla. In 2011, Lilah kicked off her film career with “We Are Young” and Sundance’s Audience Award winner, “Sleepwalk with Me.”  She has since worked on numerous films, including: Berlinale’s 2nd place Audience Award winning music doc, “Chavela” (‘17), Annie nominated VR film, “BattleScar” (‘18).
Nick D’Angiolillo is Vice President for Non-Traditional Licensing at Concord. His work involves creating opportunities for Concord’s increasingly diverse music & brand portfolio including licenses for global merchandise campaigns, name & likeness partnerships, new media and startup licenses, unique live experiences, and operations of the Sound of Music Sing-A-Long international tour.

Throughout his career, Nick has contributed to the creative process for countless international advertisements, including spots for Google, Verizon, Crayola, Oreo, GoPro, Samsung, Hyundai, and Perrier, as well as globally-licensed merchandise campaigns with H&M, Target, and Primark. He’s helped develop educational textbook accompaniments, dance company productions, and unique synchronizations such as title music for the Oscar-Award-Winning film “Call Me By Your Name” and pivotal music for the Hulu Original Series “The Handmaids Tale.”

Nick is a member of the Billboard Pride List of Industry-Shaping LGBTQ Executives, a SOLID alumni, and competes domestically and internationally for Team USA in the Triathlon and Duathlon.

Nick received his Bachelor of Music degree in Music Business and Entertainment Industries from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, where he was also a brother of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Music Fraternity.

Kaveri Arora is a member of the Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Media + Entertainment Groups, representing clients in a diverse range of intellectual property and complex commercial litigation matters. She is also the co-head of the firm’s Women’s Leadership Initiative.

Kaveri regularly counsels music, technology, art, fashion, and luxury goods companies and has significant experience in all aspects of litigation at both the state and federal levels.

Latin music is no longer just a cultural phenomenon, it’s a global powerhouse. From topping international charts to reshaping streaming trends, its rise has transformed the music industry and opened doors for songwriters, artists, publishers, and labels worldwide.

Join moderator Carlos Escalona Cruz with panelists Jamar Chess (Sunflower Entertainment / Spirit Music Latino), Jarrid Lezcano (SESAC), Viviana Arias Botero (The Orchard) and Lynn Gonzalez (Granderson Des Rochers, LLP) as they explore the current state of the Latin music industry. The discussion will highlight the forces driving this mainstream surge, the role of streaming, the impact for songwriters and rights holders, and emerging opportunities across borders.

Attendees will gain actionable insights and a front-row perspective on how songwriters and industry professionals can navigate—and thrive—in today’s fast-moving Latin music market.

This event is free to AIMP members, $20 for non members.



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We invite you to join the 2025 AIMP Mentorship and Constituent Program. Mentors, utilize your experiences and knowledge to help an eager Mentee who is looking for your guidance in every aspect of the publishing industry.

We also encourage you to use this opportunity to join an AIMP Constituent Group – bringing together like-focused specialists in your field. Constituents are peer-run communities who meet virtually to discuss and collaborate on advanced industry topics.

You can sign up as a Constituent and still be a Mentor or Mentee!

To participate in the AIMP 2025 Mentorship and Constituent Program you must be an AIMP member and submit your questionnaire responses by October 3rd! For more details – click on the application links below.

You must be an AIMP member to participate.

Mentorship Application
Constituency Sign Up

NMPA President & CEO David Israelite will give his forecast for the major battles ahead including the Copyright Royalty Board proceedings which will determine streaming rates for 2028-2032, the fight to end Spotify’s flawed bundling scheme, and the challenge of ensuring songwriters are fairly compensated in the Age of AI. 

Israelite is the President and CEO of the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA). Since taking the helm of the NMPA in 2005, he has overseen groundbreaking victories on behalf of publishers and songwriters, including the largest Copyright Royalty Board rate increase in history, landmark royalty agreements with streaming platforms, and the passage of the Music Modernization Act, which created the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC). Named multiple times to Billboard’s Power 100, Israelite also serves on the boards of the Songwriters Hall of Fame and Special Olympics DC, and previously served on the board of the Country Music Association (CMA). In addition, he is President of the NMPA S.O.N.G.S. Foundation, which supports emerging songwriters through scholarships and direct services.

This event is free to AIMP members, $20 for non members.



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New Spotlight Conversation Announced: “Rights & AI” with ICMP’s John Phelan

June 10th | Fordham College  at Lincoln Center | NYC
For information and ticketing, please visit the GMPS 2025 Event Page

Multi-platinum songwriter and producer Sam Hollander will deliver the Songwriter  Keynote at the 2025 AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit, presented by the Association of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP), on Tuesday, June 10th at Fordham College  at Lincoln Center in New York City. With more than 22 U.S. Top 40 hits and collaborations spanning Panic! At The Disco, One Direction, Ringo Starr, Carole King, Def Leppard, and Weezer, Hollander brings a singular creative perspective to the role of the modern songwriter. His keynote will reflect on his prolific career and offer real-world insights on creative longevity, industry adaptation, and the evolving relationship between songwriters and publishers in a rapidly changing music economy.

In addition, AIMP has announced a new Spotlight Conversation: “Rights & AI: A Spotlight Conversation with John Phelan of ICMP.” Phelan, Director General of the International Confederation of Music Publishers (ICMP), will join AIMP National Chair Frank Handy for a wide-ranging discussion about the growing influence of AI on music rights. From creation and licensing to enforcement and regulation, the conversation will explore how publishers can navigate—and help shape—this next frontier. Following the interview, Phelan will present key takeaways from ICMP’s global work on AI and copyright.

The 2025 AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit will feature a full day of programming, including:

  • The Next Phase of Music Legislation — A must-watch panel on federal updates from leaders at the NMPA, RIAA, The Recording Academy, and NSAI, moderated by HFA’s Michael Simon.
  • IMPF Global Market View Report — Featuring IMPF representatives from Reservoir, ABKCO, and Music Publishers Canada, this session will explore trends in global publishing and the power of international partnerships.
  • SynchA&Ronicity — A behind-the-scenes look at how Sync and A&R departments collaborate for creative and commercial success.
  • The Indie Perspective — An open discussion among indie publishers from Third Side Music, Empire, Anthem, and Domino Publishing on adapting to the evolving business landscape.
  • The Music Industry’s Next Generation of Leaders — A spotlight on emerging executives driving change across publishing, licensing, and A&R.

The Summit will be preceded by a June 9th Kickoff Party hosted by AIMP NY’s Young Professionals Committee and sponsored by The Music Infrastructure Company and Tipalti. All tickets include admission to both events, as well as meals and a complimentary one-year AIMP membership for new attendees.

Event Details

What: 2025 AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit

When: June 9–10, 2025

Where: Fordham College at Lincoln Center , 140 W 62nd St, NYC

Tickets: Visit the GMPS 2025 Event Page

Presented by: The Association of Independent Music Publishers NY Chapter (AIMP)

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For more information on the Association of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP), please contact Jon Bleicher at Prospect PR [jon@prospectpr.com, 973.330.1711]

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AIMP is excited to announce the launch of its newly updated website! Thank you for your patience as we navigate the transition.

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Be sure to mark June 10, 2025 on your calendars for this year’s AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit in New York City! Keep an eye on aimp.org for more details as they are announced.

January 09, 2025

AIMP Board Election Results

The results are in! Thank you to everyone who participated in the Atlanta, Los Angeles, Nashville, and New York Chapter elections. Please note that the Nashville Chapter will be electing their new Board officers in January.

In Atlanta, Tony D. Alexander (MIME LLC) was elected to a second two-year term as Chapter President, while Crystal Morris (Digital Royalty Distribution LLC) and Tye Huntley (Smart Cadence Media LLC) will serve as Co-Vice Presidents. David Alexander (David Alexander Consulting LLC) will take over as Treasurer, and Cheryl Potts (Cleerkut) will continue as Secretary. They will be joined by re-elected incumbent Board members Christopher Bass (Clark Atlanta University), Robin Kindrick (Track Dat Sync), Megan Oliver (Skybound Entertainment), and Eric Spence (Mosley Music Group). The Chapter’s Administration Director will remain Kandice Bell (KandiLand Entertainment, LLC).

In Los Angeles, Chapter President Marc Caruso (Angry Mob Music) will step down after a two-year term, passing the torch to Frank Handy (Music Publishing Consultant). Eric Polin (Music Publishing Consultant) will take over as Vice President, while Yvonne Drazan (peermusic) will serve as Secretary and David Quan (The Greater Goods Co.) as Treasurer. In addition, newly elected Board members Gabi Cote (Position Music), Jessica Raviol (NBCUniversal), Debra Delshad (Creative Licensing Consultant), Sherry Orson (Star Vibe Group), Bryan Bakke (Orfium), Andrew Wixen (Simplify Music), Charley Londoño (Counsel Plus), and Mayra Vargas (Concord Music Publishing) will join Caruso and fellow re-elected incumbents Barbie Quinn (BMI), Todd Brabec (musicandmoney.com), Michael Todd (ASCAP), and Garrett Johnson, Esq. (Garrett Johnson Law) on the Board. The Chapter’s Administration Director will remain Juliet Lyons.

In Nashville, The Nashville Chapter of the Association of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP) has elected its Officers for 2025-2026, selecting John Ozier (EVP, Creative, Reservoir Media Management) as Chapter President. Ozier will take over for Ree Guyer (Wrensong Music), who will be stepping down from her position but remain on the Board. The Chapter has also elected Courtney Crist (Eclipse Music Group) as Vice President, Janine Ebach (Ebach Entertainment) as Secretary, and Kari Barnhart (Studio Bank) as Treasurer.  Newly elected Board members Duane Hobson (ASCAP), Dave Pacula (Liz Rose Music), Kari Barnhart (Studio Bank), Leslie DiPiero (Jonas Group Publishing), Megan Pekar (Loeb & Loeb LLP), and Melissa Spillman (Concord) will join incumbents Ree Guyer (Wrensong Music), John Ozier (Reservoir Media), ET Brown (SESAC), Courtney Crist (Eclipse Entertainment), Janine Ebach (Ebach Entertainment), Leslie Roberts (BMI), Shannan Hatch (SESAC), Keithan Melton (Combustion Music), Alex Heddle (Big Machine Music), Tim Hunze (Big Machine Music), and Robert Carlton (SMACKSongs). The Chapter’s new Administration Director will be Kendall Lettow (peermusic) and its new Administration Assistant will be Alex Tamashunas (Creative Nation).  remain on the Board.

In New York, Debbie Rose (Sundae Songs LLC) will step up to the role of NY Chapter President as Michael Lau (CollectivRights Management) wraps up his four-year term. Jeff Pachman (Domino Publishing Company) will take over Rose’s former position of Vice President, Art Levy (Songtradr/The Levy Firm) will remain as Secretary, and Lau will become Treasurer following the departure of Steven White (Janover, LLC). Newly elected Board members Omar Sandoval (Spirit Music Group) and Peter Raleigh (Raleigh Music Group) will join re-elected incumbents Amber Charania (Downtown Music Holdings), Antonella Di Saverio (BMI), Brooke Primont (Concord Music Publishing), David Hoffman (Reservoir Media Management), Joanne Kelsey (Anthem Entertainment), Joyce Dollinger (Alter, Kendrick & Baron, LLP), Melanie Santa Rosa (Third Side Music), and Michael Simon (Harry Fox Agency/Rumblefish) on the Board. The Chapter’s Administration Director will remain Leigh Cusick (Sundae Songs).