Schedule of activity:
12.15pm – 12.45pm: The Tileyard presentation
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1.00pm – 1.30pm: Dave Shack, Phantom Management KEYNOTE
Managing Director of Phantom Music Management, the team behind the institution that is metal royalty – Iron Maiden. Dave draws on previous experience such as music journalism, radio and TV production, broadcasting, public speaking and event organisation, allied with well-honed corporate skills to continue the embodiment of their fearless creative independence, ferocious dedication to fans and cheerful indifference to the ‘industry’ that the band have fine-tuned over their 40 year career.
1.45pm – 2.15pm: SYNC or SWIM?
The panellists will discuss what works and what doesn’t and the best advice to land a sync for your content.
- Vanessa Higgins (CEO Regent Street Records) – Moderator.
- Charles Fitzgerald (Global Head of Sync & Brand [PIAS])
- Rupert Hollier (Metropolis Publishing)
- Rachel Menzies (Native Music Supervision and Production)
2.30pm – 3.00pm: MARKETING TO STREAMING STORES
The panellists will discuss how get your fan base to grow on streaming stores and to get on those all-important playlists.
- Nina Condron (Director - Horus Music)
- David Kittlety (Head of Trade Marketing UK, & IE – Believe Digital)
3.15pm – 3.45pm: THE MUSIC TOURIST – Untapped Opportunities: Olaf Furniss (Founder, The Music Tourist consultancy & summit)
Music tourism generates millions in revenue for a huge range of businesses. Olaf Furniss, founder of the Music Tourist consultancy and the world’s first summit bringing together the two sectors, outlines the opportunities offered by closer collaboration.
4.00pm – 4.45pm: YORKSHIRE MUSIC FORUM
What state does the Yorkshire Music Industry find itself at this moment in time and where does it need to go to grow.
5.00pm – 5.15pm: CLOSING REMARKS – Chris Tams BPI
5.15pm – 6.00pm: DRINKS
UK record labels association the BPI is partnering with the newly created YORKSHIRE MUSIC FORUM – a day that’s free and open for anyone wishing to attend that will offer expert panels, presentations and networking opportunities.
YORKSHIRE MUSIC FORUM is aimed at artists and producers, creators, talent development and music organisations as well as people who are looking to develop career or business opportunities in music.
The event is presented in association with Leeds Business Week and Leeds 2023 and will take place on 12th October from midday to 6.00pm at Belgrave Hall in 1-1a Cross Belgrave Street, Leeds.
Leading music industry figure Dave Shack of Phantom Management will deliver the keynote address, while David Kittlety of Believe Digital, Nina Condron of Horus Music, Charles Fitzgerald of [PIAS], Vanessa Higgins of Regent Street Records and Olaf Furniss of the Music Tourist are among other industry representatives who will speak and participate in the panel discussions. See Notes to Editors for full schedule.
Chris Tams, BPI Director of Member Services said: “The BPI is keen to support the numerous music business communities and events that are thriving outside of London, and we’re delighted to partner with YORKSHIRE MUSIC FORUM and with Leeds Business Week to provide our members and people looking to develop career or business opportunities in music with access to the expert insight and extensive networking that will come with this exciting addition to our industry calendar.”
Kate Hutchinson, General Manager for the Yorkshire Mafia, the organisation behind Leeds Business Week, commented: “Once again we are sharing excellent news which showcases how Yorkshire businesses are able to collaborate to the benefit of the wider professional community. Welcoming the BPI to Leeds Business Week to help deliver the YORKSHIRE MUSIC FORUM further enhances the many events that we have on offer and the number of sectors we are able to engage with.
“We would encourage anyone who works in the music industry or that has or would like an affiliation to the sector to take the time to attend this event and make it the success that it deserves to be.
PHOTO CREDIT - Aidan Marples
