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Join industry leaders for a discussion on the importance of music in sports and how it all comes together to create a memorable product for sports and music fans alike.

April 23rd, 6-8pm ET
American Arbitration Association
150 East 42nd St, 17th Floor

Moderator:
Antonella DiSaverio, BMI

Speakers:
Claude Mitchell, ESPN
John Sands, IMG Media
…And More!

This is a hybrid event, attendees may register for a virtual option.

Registration is free to AIMP members, $20 for non members.

In Person Registration

Virtual Registraion

John Sands is head of IMG Music – the preferred vendor production music resource at IMG. Nominated for two Sports Emmy Awards, John is a music producer, composer, and music supervisor whose music has been featured in hundreds of shows. IMG Music’s award-winning composer team has written the title music / original scores for top sports broadcasts, documentary films, and television programs. Recent bespoke scores include ALLEN IV3RSON (Prime Video), UFC JOURNEY (ESPN+), SUPER BOWL GREATEST COMMERCIALS: HALL OF FAME COUNTDOWN (CBS / PARAMOUNT+), DP WORLD TOUR (GOLF CHANNEL), and ANDREW YOUNG: THE DIRTY WORK (MS NOW).

Claude Mitchell leads the ESPN Music Department as Coordinating Director, Music, overseeing the network’s end‑to‑end music strategy and creative vision. He directs all music operations, including original composition, scoring initiatives, and high‑value licensing partnerships with artists such as Kendrick Lamar, H.E.R., Chris Stapleton, Snoop Dogg, Imagine Dragons, J. Cole, Thirty Seconds to Mars, and U2. Mitchell also drives strategic music placement across ESPN’s broad portfolio of programming and live events, delivering impactful exposure and cultural reach for artists and rights holders.

Experience the 2026 AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit

We’re excited to bring together independent music publishers and music professionals for a kickoff mixer and a full day of programming, connection, and community in New York City.

June 8, 2026

Kickoff Mixer — Summit Welcome Event

Location to be announced

Hosted by the AIMP NY Chapter’s YPC

Reconnect with colleagues, meet new faces, and set the tone for an inspiring week.

June 9, 2026

AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit

McNally Amphitheatre at Fordham University (Lincoln Center)
140 W 62nd St, New York, NY 10023

A full day of programming, thought leadership, and networking.

Full agenda and programming details to be announced.

The 2026 Summit will bring together influential voices from across the creative, legal, business, and global publishing landscape to examine the forces reshaping our industry. From evolving policy and rights frameworks to independent innovation, creative practice, the growing influence of global power centers, and the shifting landscape of sync and music discovery, the day will offer bold ideas, practical insight, and conversations that look ahead to the future of music publishing.

Early Bird Tickets Available Through April 30

Prices increase on May 1.

AIMP Members — $220
Non‑Members — $345
Group Rate (5 or more attendees): AIMP Members — $176 per ticket; Non‑Members — $276 per ticket

Sponsorship opportunities: Unlock additional visibility for your business and services by sponsoring the Summit. For details, contact Melanie Santa Rosa at melanie@aimp.org.

Group rate inquiries: For registration details for groups of five or more attendees, contact nyadmin@aimp.org.

Your Ticket Includes:

Access to the June 8 Kick-Off Mixer
Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments on June 9
A full day of expert panels and industry insights
One year of AIMP National membership for non‑members

GMPS Registration

To view last year’s agenda, and review recordings of past sessions visit the link below:

Explore the 2025 Program

The Vetter v. Resnik ruling is already reshaping conversations around U.S. termination rights, with significant implications for independent publishers, songwriters, and rights professionals.

Join our panel of leading legal experts as they break down what the decision actually says, why it matters, and how it could influence everything from catalog valuation and deal structuring to long-term rights strategy.

We’ll unpack the court’s reasoning in clear, practical terms and outline the key considerations every stakeholder should understand as the termination landscape continues to evolve. If you work with songs, rights, or contracts, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Moderator:
Consuelo Sayago, Cribnote Entertainment

Speakers:
Lisa Alter, Alter, Kendrick & Baron, LLP
Frank Scibilia, Pryor Cashman LLP

This is a hybrid event, attendees will be emailed a Zoom link upon registration.

Registration is free to AIMP members, $20 for non members.

Since she was in high school **Consuleo Sayago** knew she wanted to work with songwriters and copyright, and this was the road she undertook.

Consuelo is currently the CEO/Founder at CribNote Entertainment which offers music publishing and rights management consulting services. and music business solutions for artists and songwriters at various stages of their careers and a music publishing model that is tailored to the needs of the client.
Most recently, she was the VP of Global Administration at Spirit Music Group where she oversaw the administration of the Spirit Catalog, which contains such greats as the Pete Townshend, Billy Squier, T-Rex, and Dropkick Murphys catalogs.

Other previously held positions include Head of Society relations at the UAE based collective rights organization, ESMAA, the General Manager at Mojo Music & Media in their start up year, and AVP of International at BMI.

She was elected and is currently a member of the MLC’s Dispute Resolution Committee and she frequently speaks on panels at music conferences and universities.

Consuelo holds a Bachelor of Science in Music from Hofstra University and a certificate from Columbia Graduate School of Business in Emerging Leadership.

**Lisa Alter** is a founding partner of Alter, Kendrick & Baron, LLP in New York City. Ms. Alter’s practice is focused primarily on transactions relating to the acquisition and sale of significant music assets. As part of her practice, she conducts in-depth due diligence and copyright analyses and negotiates and closes complex stock and asset purchase agreements. Her clients include a number of prominent major and independent music publishing companies and record labels, as well as equity investors, lenders, and financing partners in the music space.

Ms. Alter’s clients also include a large number of bespoke songwriters, recording artists, and producers as well as musical estates comprising the successors to many of the great American songbook composer and lyricists. Among her clients are numerous inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame and recipients of Grammy and Ivor Novello Awards.

Ms. Alter lectures frequently on copyright issues at professional and music industry meetings in both the US and the UK. She has served as a Visiting Professor at Yale Law School where she taught a course on the Law and Business of Music, and has written numerous articles addressing music publishing and copyright matters. She is the author of “Protecting Your Musical Copyrights” which is widely relied upon in the music publishing industry.

Ms. Alter is perennially recognized in Billboard’s “Top Music Lawyers” and “Power” lists, as well as Variety’s “Legal Impact Report,” “Dealmakers Impact Report,” “New York Women’s Impact Report,” and “New York Dealmakers Elite.” She has also been named as one of Billboard’s “Women in Music: Executives of the Year,” The Hollywood Reporter’s “New York Power Lawyers,” and U.S. News & World Report’s New York City “Best Lawyer of the Year” in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America in the practice area of Entertainment Law – Music.

Partner **Frank Scibilia** is co-chair of Pryor Cashman’s Music Group, and is a member of the Litigation, Intellectual Property, Media + Entertainment, and Digital Media Groups; he is also co-chair of the firm’s Copyright, M+E Litigation, Music Litigation, and Music Transactions Practices. In the fast-moving entertainment field where new technology is constantly reshaping both the business and legal landscapes, Frank stays in front of the key issues affecting his clients.

A highly accomplished intellectual property and entertainment lawyer, Frank represents content owners on all aspects of copyright law – including litigation, licensing, enforcement, rights clearance and due diligence – with a strong focus on digital music issues. His work has a direct financial impact on his major music industry clients, their songwriters and recording artists, and the industry as a whole.

Join us for an AIMP NY Community Happy Hour!

This relaxed, come-as-you-are gathering is a great opportunity to connect with fellow music publishing professionals, meet AIMP NY leadership and the YPC Steering Committee, learn more about the chapter, and discover how to get involved or become a member — whether you’re a longtime member or new to AIMP.

Members and non-members are welcome.

Date: Thursday, February 26
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Versa, Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel
218 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001
Light bites available | Cash bar

RSVP/registration is required. Please note that registration does not guarantee entry.

Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel

Tickets Here

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 4^th 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 50^th and 100^th 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.

Tickets Here

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.

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.

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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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.