Tim Cook – CEO of Apple: With the announcement of Apple Music’s virtual events, Apple has delved into offering exclusive virtual concerts, showing their commitment to enhancing the digital music experience for users worldwide.
Michelle Jubelirer – CEO of Capitol Music Group: Jubelirer’s guidance has seen artists and labels under CMG pivot to virtual events, maintaining fan engagement during times when traditional concerts are challenging.
Merck Mercuriadis – Founder of Hipgnosis Songs Fund: Recognizing the power of digital music rights in the virtual age, Mercuriadis has been instrumental in orchestrating virtual events that highlight the significance of songwriters and producers.
Pasquale Rotella – Founder of Insomniac: As the force behind Electric Daisy Carnival and other events, Rotella’s Insomniac has organized several virtual raves, marrying immersive visuals with electrifying beats, reaching audiences globally.
Benji Rogers – Co-founder of Dot Blockchain Media: An early advocate for blockchain in the music world, Rogers has explored how technology can facilitate virtual events, ensuring fair payouts for artists and an enhanced experience for fans.
Jade Kurian – Co-founder of Lively: Lively’s platform allows artists to effortlessly turn live performances into purchasable content. In the age of virtual concerts, Kurian’s endeavors provide musicians with innovative revenue streams.
Brandon Echter – Engagement Editor at Quartz: Beyond music, Echter has curated and organized virtual events on topics from business to technology. His expertise underscores the potential of virtual gatherings for information dissemination and global engagement.
Shawn Gee – President of Live Nation Urban: Under Gee’s leadership, Live Nation Urban has been pivotal in curating virtual concert experiences for urban music genres, offering unique online events with high production value.
Katie Bain – Director of Billboard Dance: Recognizing the potential of virtual events in the electronic music domain, Bain has been at the forefront of discussions on how the EDM industry is adapting to the digital shift.
Cathy Hackl – Futurist & AR/VR Expert: With her finger on the pulse of emerging technologies, Hackl’s insights into how augmented and virtual reality can enhance virtual concerts make her a vital voice in the evolution of virtual events.
