AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit 2026

The 2026 AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit lineup keeps growing. New panels and speakers confirmed for June 9 at Fordham University, Lincoln Center in New York City.

Songwriter Keynote: An Intimate Conversation with Glen Ballard

Moderated by Tom DeSavia, Concord Music Publishing
One of music’s most celebrated songwriters and producers in conversation about creativity, the craft, and the business.

Five panels. One keynote. The room is filling up

State of the Industry: Music Publishing, Legislation & What’s Coming Next

Moderated by Michael Simon, HFA
Chris Barkley, NMPA · Linda Bloss-Baum, SONA · Graham Davies, DIMA · Morna Willens, RIAA
The essential annual conversation on where music publishing stands — policy, legislation, and what publishers need to know heading into the rest of 2026.

Inside the Indie World

Moderated by Amber Charania, YouTube
Danny Abowd, The Royalty Network · Delphine Dalquie-Dickson, 22D Music Group · Heather Johnson, Sub Pop Records · Jennifer Newman-Sharpe, Exceleration Music
What does it really take to run an independent publishing operation today? Candid perspectives from the people doing it.

Global Power Centers: Publishing Beyond Borders

Moderated by Adam Parness, Adam Parness Music Consulting
Thando Makhunga, Downtown Music Publishing Africa · Elizabeth Rodda, peermusic (NEW) · Spek, PopArabia · Jashima Wadehra, ODE Consulting
Latin, MENA, Africa, and South Asia are no longer waiting their turn. A candid conversation about the markets, deals, and opportunities reshaping global publishing.

State of Sync: Ask Us Anything

Moderated by Brooke Primont, Concord Music Publishing
Kara Foley, PULSE Music Group · Amanda Levine, Platinum Rye Entertainment (NEW) · Melissa Somosky, Independent Music Consultant
An interactive panel driven entirely by audience questions. An open and honest conversation between music supervisors and the people pitching to them.

AI for Good

Moderated by Edward Ginnis, OpenPlay
Ben Bailer, Bailer Music (NEW) · Ali Lieberman, Symphonic Distribution (NEW) · Larry Mills, Vobile · Elizabeth Moody, Granderson Des Rochers
Artificial intelligence is already reshaping how music publishers work. A practical, grounded conversation about how AI is being put to work in publishing today, from fraud detection to licensing frameworks

Agenda Coming Soon. Stay tuned.

Summit Ticket Pricing

Ticket Type	Price (as of May 10)	Price (as of June 1)
AIMP Member	$275	$385
Non-Member	$400	$510
Group Rate — AIMP Member (5 or more attendees)	$220 / ticket	$308 / ticket
Group Rate — Non-Member (5 or more attendees)	$320 / ticket	$408 / ticket

Get Your Summit Tickets

Bonus for Non-Members: Register for the Summit and receive one year of AIMP National membership included with your ticket.

Your Ticket Includes:

– Access to the June 8 Kick-Off Mixer (Hosted by AIMP NY YPC & supported by Music Publishers Canada NXTGEN)
– Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments on June 9
– A full day of expert panels and industry insights

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Press Release

Glen Ballard Announced as Headlining Keynote Speaker for the AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit

NEW YORK

Noted songwriter and producer Glen Ballard has been announced as the headlining keynote speaker for the AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit. Set for June 9 at the McNally Amphitheatre at Fordham University at Lincoln Center in New York City, the keynote will feature Ballard in an intimate, wide-ranging discussion with Concord’s Tom DeSavia, reflecting on a career that has shaped popular music for decades.

During the conversation, Ballard will share the stories behind his biggest hits while offering insights into the craft of songwriting and the evolving role of publishers in today’s music industry.

The keynote is a centerpiece of the AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit, which features a full day of panels and discussions addressing the most pressing issues in the publishing sector.

The 2026 programming includes sessions focused on the evolving legislative landscape, the state of independent publishing globally, and the growing influence of emerging international markets such as Latin America, MENA, Africa, and South Asia. Further details regarding additional speakers and programming will be released in the coming weeks.

To kick off the event, the AIMP New York Chapter’s Young Professionals Committee will host a mixer on Monday, June 8. This gathering offers the independent music publishing community a valuable opportunity to network with peers and colleagues ahead of the main summit.

“Every year the Summit brings together the people who are most invested in the future of music publishing. This year we have an extraordinary lineup, from an intimate conversation with Glen Ballard to panels on global power centers and the evolving policy landscape. I can’t think of a better place to be on June 9.”

Melanie Santa Rosa, AIMP NY Chapter President

Event Details

Date: June 9
Location: McNally Amphitheatre at Fordham University at Lincoln Center, New York City

Fordham University Lincoln Center • New York City

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.

What is the Global Music Publishing Summit?

The Global Music Publishing Summit is the AIMP New York Chapter’s marquee annual event. In 2025, it brought together more than 330 music publishing professionals for a full day of panels, insight, and networking. The Summit covers the issues shaping the business right now, from legislation and rights frameworks to independent publishing, sync, global markets, and AI, with speakers drawn from across the creative, legal, business, and global publishing landscape.

Who Attends?

The Summit draws a highly engaged cross-section of the music publishing world, including:

Music Publishers and Administrators

They manage rights and royalties, ensuring legal compliance and proper compensation for creators.

Creative and Licensing Executives

Responsible for synchronization and media placements, seeking new opportunities and partnerships.

Performance Rights Organizations

Oversee public performance royalties and advocate for artist rights.

Entertainment Attorneys and Tech Partners

Bring legal expertise and innovative music technology solutions to the industry.

The 2026 Summit

Monday, June 8, 2026 — Kickoff Mixer

High Bar NYC | 346 W 40th St | 6:00–8:00 PM
Hosted by the AIMP NY Chapter’s Young Professionals Committee

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

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 — AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit

McNally Amphitheatre at Fordham University Lincoln Center
140 W 62nd St, New York, NY 10023 | 9:00 AM–5:30 PM

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

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Breaking News

One of the most consequential conversations of the Summit will bring the U.S. Copyright Office directly into the room. Register of Copyrights Shira Perlmutter joins Emily L. Chapuis, General Counsel and Associate Register of Copyrights, for a rare fireside discussion on AI, copyright modernization, termination rights, streaming fraud, and the future of music publishing.

Fireside Chat: A Fireside Chat With the U.S. Copyright Office
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: McNally Amphitheatre

Featured Keynote

Glen Ballard Headlines GMPS 2026

Legendary songwriter and producer Glen Ballard joins the Summit for an intimate keynote conversation moderated by Tom DeSavia. From iconic songs to the craft of songwriting and the business of publishing, this featured session offers a rare chance to hear directly from one of music’s most influential creative voices.

Keynote: Songwriter Keynote: An Intimate Conversation with Glen Ballard
Time: 4:45 PM
Location: McNally Amphitheatre

What to Expect:

• Fireside Chat with the U.S. Copyright Office

• State of the Industry: Music Publishing, Legislation & What’s Next

• Inside the Indie World

• State of Sync: Ask Us Anything

• Global Power Centers: Publishing Beyond Borders

• AI for Good

• Songwriter Keynote with Glen Ballard

Meet Our Speakers

The voices shaping policy, deals, rights, and innovation in global music publishing.

Featured Speakers

Adam Parness

Adam Parness Music Consulting

Moderator

Ali Lieberman

Symphonic Distribution

Amanda Levine

Platinum Rye Entertainment

Amber Charania

YouTube

Moderator

Art Levy

Songtradr

Moderator

Benjamin Bailer

Bailer Music

Brooke Primont

Concord Music Publishing

Moderator

Chris Barkley

NMPA

Daniel Abowd

The Royalty Network

Delphine Dalquie-Dickson

22D Music Group

Edward Ginis

OpenPlay

Moderator

Elizabeth Moody

Granderson Des Rochers

Elizabeth Rodda

peermusic

Emily L. Chapuis

U.S. Copyright Office

Featured Speaker

Graham Davies

DIMA

Heather Johnson

Sub Pop

Jashima Wadehra

ODE Consulting

Jennifer Newman Sharpe

Exceleration Music

Kara Foley

PULSE Music Group

Larry Mills

Vobile

Linda Bloss-Baum

SONA

Melissa Somosky

Independent Music Consultant

Michael Simon

HFA

Moderator

Morna Willens

RIAA

Shira Perlmutter

U.S. Copyright Office

Featured Speaker

Spek

PopArabia

Thando Makhunga

Downtown Music Publishing Africa

Tom DeSavia

Concord

Moderator

Glen Ballard

Songwriter / Producer

Keynote

2026 Programming

This year’s Summit features a fireside chat with U.S. Copyright Office leadership, panels on the state of the industry, independent publishing, sync, global markets, and AI, and a songwriter keynote with legendary hitmaker Glen Ballard in conversation with Tom DeSavia of Concord.

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Registration

AIMP Members	$385
Non-Members	$510
Group Rate, AIMP Members (5 for 4)	$308 per ticket
Group Rate, Non-Members (5 for 4)	$408 per ticket

For group registration inquiries, contact

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Your Ticket Includes

• Access to the June 8 Kickoff 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

Thank You to Our Sponsors & Vendors

We’re grateful to the organizations whose support helps make the 2026 AIMP Global Music Publishing Summit possible.

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