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Now in its 7th year, this unique conference offers attendees the opportunity to learn from, network and share their music with over 500 of today’s top composers, directors, songwriters, record label, advertising, gaming, studio, network and publishing executives as well as the best music supervisors in the business!
FEATURING A Q&A SESSION WITH:
DIANE WARREN!
Recipient of the inaugural Hollywood Reporter and Billboard Film & TV Music Career Achievement Award
PANEL HIGHLIGHT:
BACKBEAT: THE CREATION OF THE GOSSIP GIRL'S MUSIC
Join the composers, executive producers and the music supervisor of this hit TV show to discuss the creative process used to unite audio with visual.
TOP 5 REASONS TO ATTEND:
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Find out secrets behind music supervision for films, TV, commercials, trailers, video games & more
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Explore the evolving role of music in film, TV and video games through in-depth panel sessions
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Get one-on-one time with industry experts during intimate roundtable discussions on hot topics
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Hear from the actor/director/composer teams from some of this year’s Oscar-worthy films
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Connect and do business with industry influencers at networking cocktail receptions
EVENTS
THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER / BILLBOARD FILM & TV MUSIC CONFERENCE
November 13 & 14, 2008
Sofitel LA
THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER / BILLBOARD FILM & TV MUSIC CONFERENCE
November 13 & 14, 2008
Sofitel LA
BILLBOARD TOURING CONFERENCE & AWARDS
November 19-20, 2008
The Roosevelt Hotel • New York City
November 19-20, 2008
The Roosevelt Hotel • New York City
Venue/Travel
VENUE / TRAVEL
Sofitel LA
8555 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
We are pleased to offer attendees a discounted room rate at the Sofitel LA!
$285.00 per night / Superior King - SOLD OUT
$311.00 per night / Deluxe King - AVAILABLE BUT SPACE IS LIMITED
Call 310.278.5444 and mention the Billboard Film & TV Music Conference.
Rate valid only until November 3rd or if room block sells out so RESERVE NOW!
After November 3rd, the rate for deluxe rooms increases to $355 and is based on availability*
RECOMMENDED SERVICE FOR AIRPORT TRANSFERS:
XPRESS SHUTTLE - 800-427-7483 - Mention the Film & TV Conference for special fare
Service between LAX and the Sofitel Hotel, each way:
$15 Per Person for Shared Ride Service
$42 Business Class Direct Service
$66 Luxury Town Car Service
*Fares do not Include gratuity
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
8555 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
We are pleased to offer attendees a discounted room rate at the Sofitel LA!
$285.00 per night / Superior King - SOLD OUT
$311.00 per night / Deluxe King - AVAILABLE BUT SPACE IS LIMITED
Call 310.278.5444 and mention the Billboard Film & TV Music Conference.
Rate valid only until November 3rd or if room block sells out so RESERVE NOW!
After November 3rd, the rate for deluxe rooms increases to $355 and is based on availability*
RECOMMENDED SERVICE FOR AIRPORT TRANSFERS:
XPRESS SHUTTLE - 800-427-7483 - Mention the Film & TV Conference for special fare
Service between LAX and the Sofitel Hotel, each way:
$15 Per Person for Shared Ride Service
$42 Business Class Direct Service
$66 Luxury Town Car Service
*Fares do not Include gratuity
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Directions from LAX:
From Los Angeles International, take Century Boulevard east, turn left onto La Cienega Boulevard, continue north on La Cienega for about 8 miles then turn left onto Beverly Boulevard. The hotel is on the right hand side.Via the 405 Freeway, exit onto Santa Monica Boulevard heading east, continue east on Santa Monica Boulevard for about 6 miles. Turn right onto La Cienega Boulevard and continue for about 0.8 mile, the hotel is on the North West corner of La Cienega and Beverly Boulevards.
From Los Angeles International, take Century Boulevard east, turn left onto La Cienega Boulevard, continue north on La Cienega for about 8 miles then turn left onto Beverly Boulevard. The hotel is on the right hand side.Via the 405 Freeway, exit onto Santa Monica Boulevard heading east, continue east on Santa Monica Boulevard for about 6 miles. Turn right onto La Cienega Boulevard and continue for about 0.8 mile, the hotel is on the North West corner of La Cienega and Beverly Boulevards.
Schedule
THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER / BILLBOARD FILM & TV MUSIC CONFERENCE
November 13 & 14, 2008
Sofitel LA
(schedule subject to change)
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008
CONFERENCE SESSIONS - Beverly Ballroom, Level 2
8:00am - 4:30pm
REGISTRATION
8:00am – 9:00am
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST - Beverly Lounge, Level 2
Sponsored by FirstCom Music
9:00am - 9:15am
WELCOME ADDRESS
Howard Appelbaum, Publisher, Billboard
9:15am - 10:00am
A CONVERSATION WITH MARC STREITENFELD
Marc Streitenfeld discusses his working relationship with longtime
collaborator Ridley Scott about the creative elements of crafting successful
scores and soundtracks.
Moderator:
Randy Grimmett, Senior Vice-President, Domestic Membership Group, ASCAP
Speaker:
Marc Streitenfeld, Composer
10:00am – 10:45am
THE SECRETS BEHIND TV MUSIC
Sponsored by Killer Tracks
Some have called TV the new radio - the place where bands can break songs and build a fan base. Panelists will discuss the importance of music in TV, and dissect the differences in working on network and cable shows.
Moderator:
Elizabeth Guider, Editor, The Hollywood Reporter
Speakers:
Jason Alexander, Hit the Ground Running
PJ Bloom, Music Supervisor, Neophonic
Rudy Chung, Music Supervisor, Hit the Ground Running
Billy Gottlieb, Owner, Playback Music Supervision
Todd King, Head of Film/TV, Killer Tracks
Dawn Soler, VP Music, ABC Studios
Russell Zeicker, VP of TV Music, Lionsgate
11:00am – 12:00pm
MASTER CLASS
From selecting the right artists, negotiating 360 deals, launching labels and publishing companies, to writing and performing songs, this line-up of the top film & television music executives and artists discuss the state of the business.
Moderator:
Bill Werde, Editorial Director, Billboard
Speakers:
Jay Faires, President of Music & Publishing, Lionsgate
Jeffrey Jampol, Manager, The Doors Music Co, The Janis Joplin Estate, The Gram Parsons Estate
Alexandra Patsavas, President, Chop Shop
Steven Vincent, VP, Music and Soundtracks, Disney Channel
12:00pm - 1:00pm
BACKBEAT: THE CREATION OF GOSSIP GIRL'S MUSIC
The process of deconstructing a hit TV show and the creative process used in uniting audio with visual.
Moderator:
Ann Donahue, Senior Editor, Billboard
Speakers:
Josh Schwartz, Executive Producer, Gossip Girl
Stephanie Savage, Executive Producer, Gossip Girl
Transcenders, Terence Yoshiaki, Brian Lapin, Mike Fratantuno, Composers
Alex Greenwald, Lead Singer, Phantom Planet
Alexandra Patsavas, Music Supervisor/President, Chop Shop
1:00pm - 2:00pm
BREAK
2:00pm - 3:00pm
DIRECTOR/COMPOSER LINE
Director Darren Aronofsky and composer Clint Mansell speak about their award-winning film "The Wrestler," moderated by Doreen Ringer Ross, VP of film/tv relations at BMI. Besides "The Wrestler" Aronofsky and Mansell have worked together on three films, including 1998's "Pi," 2000's "Requiem For a Dream" and 2006's "The Fountain," for which Mansell-once the lead singer and guitarist of British band Pop Will Eat Itself-received a Golden Globe nomination for best original score.
Moderator:
Doreen Ringer Ross, VP Film/TV Relations, BMI
Speakers:
Darren Aronofsky, Director, The Wrestler
Clint Mansell, Composer, The Wrestler
3:00pm – 3:30pm
Q&A WITH HANS ZIMMER
Presentation of Maestro Award
Hans Zimmer's journey to the top of the film music world has been extraordinary. Moving effortlessly from challenging, provocative material like Ridley Scott's "Blackhawk Down," to lighthearted romantic comedies like Nancy Meyer's "Something's Gotta Give," global blockbusters like the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise and animated fare like this year's “Madagascar 2" and 1994's "The Lion King," for which he took home a Best Original Score Oscar. In the last 12 months he's composed the music for "Batman: The Dark Knight," the animated hit "Kung Fu Panda" and the highly-anticipated "Frost/Nixon. The Hollywood Reporter and Billboard will present Zimmer with its inaugural Maestro Award for his tireless commitment to excellence that continues to place him in a league of his own.
Moderator:
Kevin Cassidy, Senior Features Editor, International, The Hollywood Reporter
3:30pm - 4:30pm
THE INDIE REVOLUTION
The links between showcasing indie film and music are stronger than ever. But with smaller budgets and limited resources, does creating music for indies outweigh the financial constraints? Indie filmmakers, artists, labels and publishers talk about this booming sector.
Moderator:
Bill Werde, Editorial Director, Billboard
Speakers:
Allison Anders, Director (Four Rooms, Mi Vida Loca, Sugar Town)
Cliff Chenfeld, Co-founder, Razor and Tie
Fred Croshal, President & Owner, Croshal Entertainment Group
Richard Gottehrer, Composer, Producer, Chief Creative Officer of Digital Distributor, The Orchard
Tracy McKnight, Vice President Film Music, Lionsgate Music
Robert Messinger, Partner, First Artists Management
Peter Shane, Vice President of Creative Services, Spirit Music Group
4:30pm - 5pm
SHOWCASE & COFFEE BREAK
Live Performance by Recording Artist/Actor (Ugly Betty), Val Emmich
5pm
ROUNDTABLE WORKSHOPS: LEARN THE BIZ
Enjoy dynamic discussions on the hottest topics of the day with peers and experts in the industry. Topics include:
GETTING YOUR MUSIC PLACED IN COMMERCIALS:
Bonny Dolan, Executive Producer/Artist Liaison, Comma Music
UNDERSTANDING MUSIC LIBRARIES:
Ken Nelson, Executive Producer/Senior Vice President, Roadside Couch Records
GETTING STARTED IN MUSIC SUPERVISION:
Jonathan McHugh, Music Supervisor, Song Stew
GETTING YOUR MUSIC PLACED, HOW TO PITCH:
Marina Mena, Director, Film & TV, FirstCom Music
SUNDANCE:
Peter Golub, Director of Film Music Program, Sundance
CHARTING SOUNDTRACKS:
Silvio Pietroluongo, Director of Charts, Billboard
Keith Caulfield, Chart Manager, Billboard
OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMERGING ARTISTS:
Carl Peel, VP of Production, Killer Tracks
MASTER AND SYNCH RIGHTS AND COPYRIGHTS
Richard Glasser, Executive in Charge of Music, Yari Film Group
LICENSING MUSIC
Carl Barc, Composer, The Distillery
Pawel Sek, Partner, The Distillery
7:00pm – 1:00am
HUNNYPOT PARTY
6801 Hollywood Blvd., 4th Floor (must be 21 to enter)
The Hunnypot symbolizes an electrifying, exhilarating and stimulating experience for the entire creative community. Come rub shoulders with some of the most innovative and influential figures in the pop culture business.
Performances By:
Matt Wertz
The Birds and the Bee
Dr. Hollywood
and DJ’s: PJ Bloom, Hot Tub, Coleman, ¡Manolo!, Mia Moretti
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2008
8:30am - 5:00pm
REGISTRATION
8:30am - 9:30am
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Sponsored by SSPMC
9:30am - 10:30am
COLLABORATORS
Director Ken Kwapis, composer Cliff Eidelman and Grammy-winning producer/music supervisor Danny Bramson discuss the challenges and rewards of collaborating on films. They worked together on the upcoming, romantic comedy "He's Just Not That Into You." Kwapis and Eidelman also collaborated on "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants," "Sexual Life" and "The Beautician and the Beast."
Moderator:
Gail Mitchell, R&B Senior Correspondent, Billboard
Speakers:
Danny Bramson, Grammy-winning producer/music supervisor
Cliff Eidelman, Composer
Ken Kwapis, Director
10:30am - 11:15am
THE SECRETS BEHIND FEATURE FILMS COMPOSITION
How do you score a film so the music is rich, but not overwhelming?
Panelists will discuss the process of creating the right music fitting the
film's genre and intent.
Moderator:
Elizabeth Guider, Editor, The Hollywood Reporter
Speakers:
George Acogny, Composer
Patrick Arn, President, Gotham Records
Maureen Crowe, Music Supervisor, GTM
Joel C. High, President, Creative Control Entertainment
Randy Spendlove, President, Motion Picture Music
11:30am - 12:30pm
THE SECRETS BEHIND TRAILER SONGS and UNDERSCORE
Producing trailers is an industry in and of itself. A panel of experts will dissect the trailer business including song and score placement as well as critique audience submissions.
Moderator:
Gail Mitchell, R&B Senior Correspondent, Billboard
Speakers:
Jeffrey Fayman, Co-Founder/Composer/Producer, Immediate Music
Richard Glasser, Executive in Charge of Music, Yari Film Group
Yoav Goren, Co-Founder/Composer/Producer, Immediate Music
Jonathan McHugh, Music Supervisor, Song Stew
12:30pm - 1:15pm
Q&A with Award Winning Songwriter DIANE WARREN
Sponsored by ASCAP
Presentation of Film & TV Music Career Achievement Award. Warren will be honored for her overall career achievements in film and TV music and her continuing influence on the industry.
Introduction:
Brendan Okrent, Assistant Vice President, Creative Affairs/Membership Group, ASCAP
Moderator:
Ann Donahue, Senior Editor, Billboard
1:15pm – 2:30pm
BREAK
2:30pm – 3:15pm
SHOOT PRESENTS MUSIC FOR COMMERCIALS – AND BEYOND
Perspectives on the evolving commercials marketplace from the ad agency side, the licensed music biz and spot music/sound design house entrepreneurs. Company diversification within and beyond the ad sector will also be explored. Plus a look at some of the leading works that made SHOOT's quarterly Top Ten Spot Tracks charts this year.
Moderator:
Bob Goldrich, Editor, SHOOT Magazine
Speakers:
Carianne Brown, Senior Creative Licensing, SONGS Music Publishing
Andrew Feltenstein, Co-founder, Composer/Creative Director, Beacon Street Studios
Robert Miller, Composer, Stimmüng
Liz Myers, Co-Founder, Trivers/Myers Music
Josh Rabinowitz, SVP/Director of Music, Grey Group
3:15pm – 4:00pm
KEYNOTE: Edward Zwick and James Newton Howard
Academy Award-winning producer/director/writer Edward Zwick (“Shakespeare in Love,” "Glory," “The Last Samurai,” “Blood Diamond”) and seven-time Academy Award-nominated composer James Newton Howard (“The Dark Knight,” “Michael Clayton,” “The Fugitive”) discuss their next film, “Defiance,” ‹ based on the true story of the largest rescue of Jews by Jews during World War II ‹ which stars Daniel Craig.
Moderator:
Ann Donahue, Senior Editor, Billboard
4:00pm – 5:00pm
THE SECRETS BEHIND VIDEO GAME MUSIC
Top names share secrets and strategies for integrating and composing music for games as well as critique submissions from audience members.
Moderator:
Greg O'Connor-Read, Founder, Music4Games, Inc.
Speakers:
Tyler Bates, Composer/Artist/Innovator (300, Watchmen, Rise of the Argonauts)
Rich Goldman, Founder & President, Riptide Music
Paul Haslinger, Composer (X-Men Origins:Wolverine, Rainbow Six: Vegas, Far Cry Instincts)
Adam Levenson, Director, Talent and Audio Management Group, Activision (Call of Duty 4: Modern Combat)
Nile Rodgers, Label Founder & Music Producer, Sumthing Else Music Works (Halo, Hitman, Gears Of War)
5:30pm - 6:30pm
CLOSING HAPPY HOUR, Beverly Foyer
November 13 & 14, 2008
Sofitel LA
(schedule subject to change)
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008
CONFERENCE SESSIONS - Beverly Ballroom, Level 2
8:00am - 4:30pm
REGISTRATION
8:00am – 9:00am
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST - Beverly Lounge, Level 2
Sponsored by FirstCom Music
9:00am - 9:15am
WELCOME ADDRESS
Howard Appelbaum, Publisher, Billboard
9:15am - 10:00am
A CONVERSATION WITH MARC STREITENFELD
Marc Streitenfeld discusses his working relationship with longtime
collaborator Ridley Scott about the creative elements of crafting successful
scores and soundtracks.
Moderator:
Randy Grimmett, Senior Vice-President, Domestic Membership Group, ASCAP
Speaker:
Marc Streitenfeld, Composer
10:00am – 10:45am
THE SECRETS BEHIND TV MUSIC
Sponsored by Killer Tracks
Some have called TV the new radio - the place where bands can break songs and build a fan base. Panelists will discuss the importance of music in TV, and dissect the differences in working on network and cable shows.
Moderator:
Elizabeth Guider, Editor, The Hollywood Reporter
Speakers:
Jason Alexander, Hit the Ground Running
PJ Bloom, Music Supervisor, Neophonic
Rudy Chung, Music Supervisor, Hit the Ground Running
Billy Gottlieb, Owner, Playback Music Supervision
Todd King, Head of Film/TV, Killer Tracks
Dawn Soler, VP Music, ABC Studios
Russell Zeicker, VP of TV Music, Lionsgate
11:00am – 12:00pm
MASTER CLASS
From selecting the right artists, negotiating 360 deals, launching labels and publishing companies, to writing and performing songs, this line-up of the top film & television music executives and artists discuss the state of the business.
Moderator:
Bill Werde, Editorial Director, Billboard
Speakers:
Jay Faires, President of Music & Publishing, Lionsgate
Jeffrey Jampol, Manager, The Doors Music Co, The Janis Joplin Estate, The Gram Parsons Estate
Alexandra Patsavas, President, Chop Shop
Steven Vincent, VP, Music and Soundtracks, Disney Channel
12:00pm - 1:00pm
BACKBEAT: THE CREATION OF GOSSIP GIRL'S MUSIC
The process of deconstructing a hit TV show and the creative process used in uniting audio with visual.
Moderator:
Ann Donahue, Senior Editor, Billboard
Speakers:
Josh Schwartz, Executive Producer, Gossip Girl
Stephanie Savage, Executive Producer, Gossip Girl
Transcenders, Terence Yoshiaki, Brian Lapin, Mike Fratantuno, Composers
Alex Greenwald, Lead Singer, Phantom Planet
Alexandra Patsavas, Music Supervisor/President, Chop Shop
1:00pm - 2:00pm
BREAK
2:00pm - 3:00pm
DIRECTOR/COMPOSER LINE
Director Darren Aronofsky and composer Clint Mansell speak about their award-winning film "The Wrestler," moderated by Doreen Ringer Ross, VP of film/tv relations at BMI. Besides "The Wrestler" Aronofsky and Mansell have worked together on three films, including 1998's "Pi," 2000's "Requiem For a Dream" and 2006's "The Fountain," for which Mansell-once the lead singer and guitarist of British band Pop Will Eat Itself-received a Golden Globe nomination for best original score.
Moderator:
Doreen Ringer Ross, VP Film/TV Relations, BMI
Speakers:
Darren Aronofsky, Director, The Wrestler
Clint Mansell, Composer, The Wrestler
3:00pm – 3:30pm
Q&A WITH HANS ZIMMER
Presentation of Maestro Award
Hans Zimmer's journey to the top of the film music world has been extraordinary. Moving effortlessly from challenging, provocative material like Ridley Scott's "Blackhawk Down," to lighthearted romantic comedies like Nancy Meyer's "Something's Gotta Give," global blockbusters like the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise and animated fare like this year's “Madagascar 2" and 1994's "The Lion King," for which he took home a Best Original Score Oscar. In the last 12 months he's composed the music for "Batman: The Dark Knight," the animated hit "Kung Fu Panda" and the highly-anticipated "Frost/Nixon. The Hollywood Reporter and Billboard will present Zimmer with its inaugural Maestro Award for his tireless commitment to excellence that continues to place him in a league of his own.
Moderator:
Kevin Cassidy, Senior Features Editor, International, The Hollywood Reporter
3:30pm - 4:30pm
THE INDIE REVOLUTION
The links between showcasing indie film and music are stronger than ever. But with smaller budgets and limited resources, does creating music for indies outweigh the financial constraints? Indie filmmakers, artists, labels and publishers talk about this booming sector.
Moderator:
Bill Werde, Editorial Director, Billboard
Speakers:
Allison Anders, Director (Four Rooms, Mi Vida Loca, Sugar Town)
Cliff Chenfeld, Co-founder, Razor and Tie
Fred Croshal, President & Owner, Croshal Entertainment Group
Richard Gottehrer, Composer, Producer, Chief Creative Officer of Digital Distributor, The Orchard
Tracy McKnight, Vice President Film Music, Lionsgate Music
Robert Messinger, Partner, First Artists Management
Peter Shane, Vice President of Creative Services, Spirit Music Group
4:30pm - 5pm
SHOWCASE & COFFEE BREAK
Live Performance by Recording Artist/Actor (Ugly Betty), Val Emmich
5pm
ROUNDTABLE WORKSHOPS: LEARN THE BIZ
Enjoy dynamic discussions on the hottest topics of the day with peers and experts in the industry. Topics include:
GETTING YOUR MUSIC PLACED IN COMMERCIALS:
Bonny Dolan, Executive Producer/Artist Liaison, Comma Music
UNDERSTANDING MUSIC LIBRARIES:
Ken Nelson, Executive Producer/Senior Vice President, Roadside Couch Records
GETTING STARTED IN MUSIC SUPERVISION:
Jonathan McHugh, Music Supervisor, Song Stew
GETTING YOUR MUSIC PLACED, HOW TO PITCH:
Marina Mena, Director, Film & TV, FirstCom Music
SUNDANCE:
Peter Golub, Director of Film Music Program, Sundance
CHARTING SOUNDTRACKS:
Silvio Pietroluongo, Director of Charts, Billboard
Keith Caulfield, Chart Manager, Billboard
OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMERGING ARTISTS:
Carl Peel, VP of Production, Killer Tracks
MASTER AND SYNCH RIGHTS AND COPYRIGHTS
Richard Glasser, Executive in Charge of Music, Yari Film Group
LICENSING MUSIC
Carl Barc, Composer, The Distillery
Pawel Sek, Partner, The Distillery
7:00pm – 1:00am
HUNNYPOT PARTY
6801 Hollywood Blvd., 4th Floor (must be 21 to enter)
The Hunnypot symbolizes an electrifying, exhilarating and stimulating experience for the entire creative community. Come rub shoulders with some of the most innovative and influential figures in the pop culture business.
Performances By:
Matt Wertz
The Birds and the Bee
Dr. Hollywood
and DJ’s: PJ Bloom, Hot Tub, Coleman, ¡Manolo!, Mia Moretti
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2008
8:30am - 5:00pm
REGISTRATION
8:30am - 9:30am
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Sponsored by SSPMC
9:30am - 10:30am
COLLABORATORS
Director Ken Kwapis, composer Cliff Eidelman and Grammy-winning producer/music supervisor Danny Bramson discuss the challenges and rewards of collaborating on films. They worked together on the upcoming, romantic comedy "He's Just Not That Into You." Kwapis and Eidelman also collaborated on "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants," "Sexual Life" and "The Beautician and the Beast."
Moderator:
Gail Mitchell, R&B Senior Correspondent, Billboard
Speakers:
Danny Bramson, Grammy-winning producer/music supervisor
Cliff Eidelman, Composer
Ken Kwapis, Director
10:30am - 11:15am
THE SECRETS BEHIND FEATURE FILMS COMPOSITION
How do you score a film so the music is rich, but not overwhelming?
Panelists will discuss the process of creating the right music fitting the
film's genre and intent.
Moderator:
Elizabeth Guider, Editor, The Hollywood Reporter
Speakers:
George Acogny, Composer
Patrick Arn, President, Gotham Records
Maureen Crowe, Music Supervisor, GTM
Joel C. High, President, Creative Control Entertainment
Randy Spendlove, President, Motion Picture Music
11:30am - 12:30pm
THE SECRETS BEHIND TRAILER SONGS and UNDERSCORE
Producing trailers is an industry in and of itself. A panel of experts will dissect the trailer business including song and score placement as well as critique audience submissions.
Moderator:
Gail Mitchell, R&B Senior Correspondent, Billboard
Speakers:
Jeffrey Fayman, Co-Founder/Composer/Producer, Immediate Music
Richard Glasser, Executive in Charge of Music, Yari Film Group
Yoav Goren, Co-Founder/Composer/Producer, Immediate Music
Jonathan McHugh, Music Supervisor, Song Stew
12:30pm - 1:15pm
Q&A with Award Winning Songwriter DIANE WARREN
Sponsored by ASCAP
Presentation of Film & TV Music Career Achievement Award. Warren will be honored for her overall career achievements in film and TV music and her continuing influence on the industry.
Introduction:
Brendan Okrent, Assistant Vice President, Creative Affairs/Membership Group, ASCAP
Moderator:
Ann Donahue, Senior Editor, Billboard
1:15pm – 2:30pm
BREAK
2:30pm – 3:15pm
SHOOT PRESENTS MUSIC FOR COMMERCIALS – AND BEYOND
Perspectives on the evolving commercials marketplace from the ad agency side, the licensed music biz and spot music/sound design house entrepreneurs. Company diversification within and beyond the ad sector will also be explored. Plus a look at some of the leading works that made SHOOT's quarterly Top Ten Spot Tracks charts this year.
Moderator:
Bob Goldrich, Editor, SHOOT Magazine
Speakers:
Carianne Brown, Senior Creative Licensing, SONGS Music Publishing
Andrew Feltenstein, Co-founder, Composer/Creative Director, Beacon Street Studios
Robert Miller, Composer, Stimmüng
Liz Myers, Co-Founder, Trivers/Myers Music
Josh Rabinowitz, SVP/Director of Music, Grey Group
3:15pm – 4:00pm
KEYNOTE: Edward Zwick and James Newton Howard
Academy Award-winning producer/director/writer Edward Zwick (“Shakespeare in Love,” "Glory," “The Last Samurai,” “Blood Diamond”) and seven-time Academy Award-nominated composer James Newton Howard (“The Dark Knight,” “Michael Clayton,” “The Fugitive”) discuss their next film, “Defiance,” ‹ based on the true story of the largest rescue of Jews by Jews during World War II ‹ which stars Daniel Craig.
Moderator:
Ann Donahue, Senior Editor, Billboard
4:00pm – 5:00pm
THE SECRETS BEHIND VIDEO GAME MUSIC
Top names share secrets and strategies for integrating and composing music for games as well as critique submissions from audience members.
Moderator:
Greg O'Connor-Read, Founder, Music4Games, Inc.
Speakers:
Tyler Bates, Composer/Artist/Innovator (300, Watchmen, Rise of the Argonauts)
Rich Goldman, Founder & President, Riptide Music
Paul Haslinger, Composer (X-Men Origins:Wolverine, Rainbow Six: Vegas, Far Cry Instincts)
Adam Levenson, Director, Talent and Audio Management Group, Activision (Call of Duty 4: Modern Combat)
Nile Rodgers, Label Founder & Music Producer, Sumthing Else Music Works (Halo, Hitman, Gears Of War)
5:30pm - 6:30pm
CLOSING HAPPY HOUR, Beverly Foyer
BILLBOARD TOURING CONFERENCE & AWARDS
November 19-20, 2008
The Roosevelt Hotel • New York City
Schedule of Events
(subject to change)
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
9:00am - 5:00pm
REGISTRATION
Palm Room, Lobby Level
Pick up your
Badge, sponsored by Alltel Arena
Lanyard, sponsored by Time Warner Cable Arena
Pocketguide/Schedule of Events, sponsored by BOK Civic Center
Conference Sessions – Terrace Room, Lobby Level
9:30am - 9:45am
Opening Greeting
Howard Appelbaum, Publisher, Billboard
9:45am - 11:00am
WHO DO YOU LOVE?
Year after year, artist development (or the lack thereof) remains one of the most critical issues in the music industry. Our artist development panel consistently delves into key career-building components, but also offers critical insight into which artists are on the verge of breaking out.
Moderator:
Liana Farnham, VP of Marketing, Madison Square Garden Entertainment
Speakers:
Charles Attal, Partner, C3 Presents
Rob Beckham, Agent, William Morris Agency
Ken Fermaglich, Senior VP, The Agency Group
Harlan Frey, VP Tour Marketing/Artist Development, Roadrunner Records
Bob McLynn, Manager, Crush Management
Aaron Pinkus, Agent, Paradigm Agency,
TAKEAWAY: Which acts should be on your radar? How can one help foster artist development?
11:15am - 12:15pm
ELECTRIC RODEO
The digital and live music worlds have become inextricably wired together. This panel not only examines how these two parallels markets converge, but more importantly how the live business can tap into the myriad opportunities available in digital marketing and concert promotion, with the ultimate goal of selling more tickets and building careers.
Moderator:
Antony Bruno, Executive Director, Content and Programming, Mobile/Digital, Billboard
Speakers:
Anthony Batt, Founder and President, Buzznet
Jordan Glazier, CEO, Eventful, Inc.
Dave Rosenheim, CEO, Jambase
Ed Ruth, Director of Digital Music, Verizon Wireless
Chris Stacey, VP of Music Industry Sales, Mozes
Adam Smith, Music President, Davie Brown Entertainment
TAKEAWAY: How do we sift through the endless new digital opportunities available? Which ones can improve the bottom line?
12:30pm - 1:45pm
BREAK
1:45pm - 3:00pm
TWO TICKETS TO PARADISE
There is no hotter or more controversial topic in the touring industry today than ticketing, and the wild west of the secondary market is the flashpoint issue in this space. We’ll break down trends in this market, as well as examine other topics of interest in the world of ticketing, including auctions, presales, data control and box office trends.
Moderator:
Carla Varriale, Partner, Havkins Rosenfeld Ritzert & Varriale
Speakers:
Charlotte Allison, Director of Sales, Veritix
Greg Bettinelli, EVP Business Development and Strategy, Live Nation
Chuck Lavallee, Director of Music Relations, Stubhub
Derek Palmer, Chief Commercial Officer, Tickets.com
Alan Racov, VP, TicketExchange, Ticketmaster
Don Vaccaro, CEO, TicketNetwork
TAKEAWAY: How can we clear the muddy waters of ticketing for consumers? How can ticketing be a better revenue-generator?
3:00pm-3:30pm
COFFEE BREAK
3:30pm – 4:45pm
THE DANCE: A Drama in One Act
Sponsored by i Wireless Center
The Prize is a fictional superstar act plotting a large North American major venue tour, and Boomtown is a potential play. As “the dance” begins, everyone wants this act at their venue. Who will end up with the show as representatives of The Prize make the critical phone calls? This panel pulls the curtain back to show this fascinating process.
Introduction by:
Scott Mullen, Executive Director, i wireless Center
Directed by:
Ray Waddell, Executive Director, Content and Programming, Touring and Live Entertainment, Billboard
Starring:
Marty Diamond, Agent, Paradigm Agency, as The Agent
Seth Hurwitz, President, I.M.P., as The Independent
Jonathan Mayers, President, Superfly Presents, as the Festival Producer
Doc McGhee, President, McGhee Entertainment, as The Manager
Debra Rathwell, President, AEG Live New York
Danny Zelisko, Chairman, Live Nation Southwest, as the Amphitheater Promoter
TAKEAWAY: How are these decisions made and how can one best position their market and venue?
5:00pm - 6:00pm
GENRE ROUNDTABLES
An intimate, open discussion of issues facing a particular music segment, led by key players in that genre.
COUNTRY:
Rob Beckham, Agent, William Morris Agency
Tony Conway, CEO, Buddy Lee Attractions
Brian O'Connell, President of Country Music Touring, Live Nation
METAL:
Tim Borror, VP, The Agency Group
Andrew Goodfriend, Agent, TKO
HIP-HOP/R&B:
Hillary Crosley, R&B/Hip-Hop Correspondent, Billboard
Darryll Brooks, CD Enterprises, Inc.
LATIN:
Francisco Serrano Carreto, GM, Lunario del Auditorio Nacional
Jorge Naranjo, President, CMN Events
Michel Vega, VP, Head of Latin Music, William Morris Agency
POP:
Brian Manning, Agent, Creative Artists Agency
Brad Wavra, VP, Live Nation Touring
AC:
Gayle Holcomb, Agent, William Morris Agency
INDIE:
Ben Dickie, Constant Artists
John Moore, Partner, Bowery Presents
Steve Goodgold, Agent, The Windish Agency
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Palm Foyer- Lobby Level
OPENING COCKTAIL RECEPTION
Hosted by Ticketmaster
LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR, Lobby Bar
Sponsored by Prevost
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20
9:00am - 5:00pm
REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Sponsored by Honda Center
9:30am - 10:30am
WE CAN WORK IT OUT
Corporate sponsorships play a bigger role in the touring industry than ever before, as companies increasingly turn to live music to reach coveted consumers. Here we talk to the key players in uniting bands and brands.
Moderator:
Bill Chipps, Senior Editor, IEG Sponsorship Report
Speakers:
Marcie Allen Cardwell, President, MAC Presents
Andre Gaccetta, Senior Marketing Strategist, George P Johnson
Brian J. Murphy, Executive Vice President, Branded Entertainment
Bobby Oppenheim, Managing Director, Global Operations, GMR Entertainment
Russell Wallach, President, Live Nation Alliances
TAKEAWAY: What’s available in terms of sponsorships, what is expected from all concerned parties, and what makes a sponsorship work?
10:45am - 11:45am
INTO THE GREAT WIDE OPEN
Sponsored by CAPS Universal
The explosion in the North American Festival business is perhaps the biggest development in the concert industry over the last two years. Have we reached critical mass? The top festival-producers and talent buyers in the business will talk about the state of this art and where it’s headed.
Introduction by: Adam Fast, EVP Marketing & Sales, CAPS Universal
Moderator:
Jim Lewi, Live Events Department Head, The Agency Group
Speakers:
Shane Bourbonnais, President, Live Nation Canada
Ashley Capps, President, AC Entertainment
Tony Conway, President/CEO, Buddy Lee Attractions
Charlie Jones, Partner, C3 Presents
Chuck Morris, President, AEG Live Denver
Christopher Shields, Founder, Festival Network
TAKEAWAY: How healthy is the festival market, and how can artists, agents, venues and managers and others maximize these events?
11:45am - 12:00pm
COFFEE BREAK
Sponsored by Pioneer Coach
12:00pm- 1:00pm
KEYNOTE Q&A: Gene Simmons
THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE MERCH
Join us for this must-see Q&A session with the co-founder of the legendary band KISS and the star of A&E's hit TV show "Gene Simmons Family Jewels." This wildly successful entrepreneur, whose fingerprints are on virtually all segments of the music industry, will discuss his far-reaching business ventures and will share the 'Gene Simmons world view' with attendees.
1:00pm – 2:45pm
BREAK
2:45pm - 3:45pm
SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME
The role of artist manager has never required more flexibility, instinct, savvy and skill, as artist managers weigh more options than ever before in trying to break bands and keep the career arc rising. More than ever, the road is the way to make this happen, but the menu of options, including 360 deals and long term promoter contracts, present some tough choices. Don’t miss it as these innovative managers weigh in.
Moderator:
Bill Werde, Editorial Director, Billboard
Speakers:
Bruce Allen, President, Bruce Allen Talent
Paul Korzilius, Manager, Bon Jovi Management
Allen Kovac, President, 10th Street Entertainment
Mike Martinovich, Manager, Flat Iron Management
Michael McDonald, Manager, Mick Management
Scott Siman, President, RPM Management
TAKEAWAY: What goes into management’s thinking, how can one work best with managers or be a better manager.
4:00pm -5:15pm
TURN THE PAGE
A decade has passed since concert industry consolidation began in earnest, so where are we now? With the perspective of 10 years, these industry “power players” will discuss the impact consolidation has had on touring, ticket prices, and the concert experience and, more importantly, what the next 10 years might hold.
Moderator:
Elliott Groffman, Partner, CCCG, LLC
Speakers:
Marc Geiger, EVP/Contemporar Music Head, William Morris Agency
Jimmy Koplik, Chairman Northeast, Live Nation
Randy Phillips, CEO, AEG Live
Bert Holman, Manager, Allman Brothers Band
John Scher, co-CEO, Metropolitan Talent
Marsha Vlasic, Senior VP, Concerts, ICM
TAKEAWAY: How healthy is this business? Where do the top decision makers think things are headed?
5:15pm - 6:15pm
ISSUE ROUNDTABLES
Intimate, open discussions of important issues facing a particular segment of the industry, led by key players in that space.
DIGITAL MARKETING:
Jeff Arbour, SVP, The Hyperfactory
Jon Satterly, SVP – New Media & Global Business Development, Roadrunner Records
Mark Weiss, CEO, ArtistArena
TICKETING:
Michael Marion, GM, Alltel Arena
Jared Smith, Regional Vice President, Southeast, Ticketmaster
TRAVEL/ PRODUCTION:
Jake Berry, President, Higher Fader
Trent Hemphill, President/CEO, Hemphill Brothers
Steve Lopez, Tour Manager, Widespread Panic
SPONSORSHIPS/CAUSE MARKETING:
Marcie Allen Cardwell, President, MAC Presents
Bill Chipps, Senior Editor, IEG Sponsorship Report
Morty Wiggins, Executive Director, Bill Graham Foundation
INTERNATIONAL:
Francisco Serrano Carreto, GM, Auditorio Nacional
Mario Grdosic, Head of Live Events Department, Mars Music
Neil Warnock, Chairman, The Agency Group
CLUBS/ SMALL VENUES:
Johnny Beach, Talent Buyer, Bowery Presents
Jason Stone, SVP, Live Nation New York
MERCHANDISING:
Dan Cooper, VP, Artist Relations, BandMerch
Steve Gerstman, Chief Executive Officer, Cut Merch
7:00pm
Grand Ballroom Foyer, Mezzanine Level
PRE-AWARDS COCKTAIL RECEPTION
Co-Hosted by Tickets.com & Arena Network
8:00pm
Grand Ballroom, Mezzanine Level
BILLBOARD TOURING AWARDS
Sponsored by Wells Fargo Theatre/SMG
November 19-20, 2008
The Roosevelt Hotel • New York City
Schedule of Events
(subject to change)
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
9:00am - 5:00pm
REGISTRATION
Palm Room, Lobby Level
Pick up your
Badge, sponsored by Alltel Arena
Lanyard, sponsored by Time Warner Cable Arena
Pocketguide/Schedule of Events, sponsored by BOK Civic Center
Conference Sessions – Terrace Room, Lobby Level
9:30am - 9:45am
Opening Greeting
Howard Appelbaum, Publisher, Billboard
9:45am - 11:00am
WHO DO YOU LOVE?
Year after year, artist development (or the lack thereof) remains one of the most critical issues in the music industry. Our artist development panel consistently delves into key career-building components, but also offers critical insight into which artists are on the verge of breaking out.
Moderator:
Liana Farnham, VP of Marketing, Madison Square Garden Entertainment
Speakers:
Charles Attal, Partner, C3 Presents
Rob Beckham, Agent, William Morris Agency
Ken Fermaglich, Senior VP, The Agency Group
Harlan Frey, VP Tour Marketing/Artist Development, Roadrunner Records
Bob McLynn, Manager, Crush Management
Aaron Pinkus, Agent, Paradigm Agency,
TAKEAWAY: Which acts should be on your radar? How can one help foster artist development?
11:15am - 12:15pm
ELECTRIC RODEO
The digital and live music worlds have become inextricably wired together. This panel not only examines how these two parallels markets converge, but more importantly how the live business can tap into the myriad opportunities available in digital marketing and concert promotion, with the ultimate goal of selling more tickets and building careers.
Moderator:
Antony Bruno, Executive Director, Content and Programming, Mobile/Digital, Billboard
Speakers:
Anthony Batt, Founder and President, Buzznet
Jordan Glazier, CEO, Eventful, Inc.
Dave Rosenheim, CEO, Jambase
Ed Ruth, Director of Digital Music, Verizon Wireless
Chris Stacey, VP of Music Industry Sales, Mozes
Adam Smith, Music President, Davie Brown Entertainment
TAKEAWAY: How do we sift through the endless new digital opportunities available? Which ones can improve the bottom line?
12:30pm - 1:45pm
BREAK
1:45pm - 3:00pm
TWO TICKETS TO PARADISE
There is no hotter or more controversial topic in the touring industry today than ticketing, and the wild west of the secondary market is the flashpoint issue in this space. We’ll break down trends in this market, as well as examine other topics of interest in the world of ticketing, including auctions, presales, data control and box office trends.
Moderator:
Carla Varriale, Partner, Havkins Rosenfeld Ritzert & Varriale
Speakers:
Charlotte Allison, Director of Sales, Veritix
Greg Bettinelli, EVP Business Development and Strategy, Live Nation
Chuck Lavallee, Director of Music Relations, Stubhub
Derek Palmer, Chief Commercial Officer, Tickets.com
Alan Racov, VP, TicketExchange, Ticketmaster
Don Vaccaro, CEO, TicketNetwork
TAKEAWAY: How can we clear the muddy waters of ticketing for consumers? How can ticketing be a better revenue-generator?
3:00pm-3:30pm
COFFEE BREAK
3:30pm – 4:45pm
THE DANCE: A Drama in One Act
Sponsored by i Wireless Center
The Prize is a fictional superstar act plotting a large North American major venue tour, and Boomtown is a potential play. As “the dance” begins, everyone wants this act at their venue. Who will end up with the show as representatives of The Prize make the critical phone calls? This panel pulls the curtain back to show this fascinating process.
Introduction by:
Scott Mullen, Executive Director, i wireless Center
Directed by:
Ray Waddell, Executive Director, Content and Programming, Touring and Live Entertainment, Billboard
Starring:
Marty Diamond, Agent, Paradigm Agency, as The Agent
Seth Hurwitz, President, I.M.P., as The Independent
Jonathan Mayers, President, Superfly Presents, as the Festival Producer
Doc McGhee, President, McGhee Entertainment, as The Manager
Debra Rathwell, President, AEG Live New York
Danny Zelisko, Chairman, Live Nation Southwest, as the Amphitheater Promoter
TAKEAWAY: How are these decisions made and how can one best position their market and venue?
5:00pm - 6:00pm
GENRE ROUNDTABLES
An intimate, open discussion of issues facing a particular music segment, led by key players in that genre.
COUNTRY:
Rob Beckham, Agent, William Morris Agency
Tony Conway, CEO, Buddy Lee Attractions
Brian O'Connell, President of Country Music Touring, Live Nation
METAL:
Tim Borror, VP, The Agency Group
Andrew Goodfriend, Agent, TKO
HIP-HOP/R&B:
Hillary Crosley, R&B/Hip-Hop Correspondent, Billboard
Darryll Brooks, CD Enterprises, Inc.
LATIN:
Francisco Serrano Carreto, GM, Lunario del Auditorio Nacional
Jorge Naranjo, President, CMN Events
Michel Vega, VP, Head of Latin Music, William Morris Agency
POP:
Brian Manning, Agent, Creative Artists Agency
Brad Wavra, VP, Live Nation Touring
AC:
Gayle Holcomb, Agent, William Morris Agency
INDIE:
Ben Dickie, Constant Artists
John Moore, Partner, Bowery Presents
Steve Goodgold, Agent, The Windish Agency
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Palm Foyer- Lobby Level
OPENING COCKTAIL RECEPTION
Hosted by Ticketmaster
LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR, Lobby Bar
Sponsored by Prevost
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20
9:00am - 5:00pm
REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Sponsored by Honda Center
9:30am - 10:30am
WE CAN WORK IT OUT
Corporate sponsorships play a bigger role in the touring industry than ever before, as companies increasingly turn to live music to reach coveted consumers. Here we talk to the key players in uniting bands and brands.
Moderator:
Bill Chipps, Senior Editor, IEG Sponsorship Report
Speakers:
Marcie Allen Cardwell, President, MAC Presents
Andre Gaccetta, Senior Marketing Strategist, George P Johnson
Brian J. Murphy, Executive Vice President, Branded Entertainment
Bobby Oppenheim, Managing Director, Global Operations, GMR Entertainment
Russell Wallach, President, Live Nation Alliances
TAKEAWAY: What’s available in terms of sponsorships, what is expected from all concerned parties, and what makes a sponsorship work?
10:45am - 11:45am
INTO THE GREAT WIDE OPEN
Sponsored by CAPS Universal
The explosion in the North American Festival business is perhaps the biggest development in the concert industry over the last two years. Have we reached critical mass? The top festival-producers and talent buyers in the business will talk about the state of this art and where it’s headed.
Introduction by: Adam Fast, EVP Marketing & Sales, CAPS Universal
Moderator:
Jim Lewi, Live Events Department Head, The Agency Group
Speakers:
Shane Bourbonnais, President, Live Nation Canada
Ashley Capps, President, AC Entertainment
Tony Conway, President/CEO, Buddy Lee Attractions
Charlie Jones, Partner, C3 Presents
Chuck Morris, President, AEG Live Denver
Christopher Shields, Founder, Festival Network
TAKEAWAY: How healthy is the festival market, and how can artists, agents, venues and managers and others maximize these events?
11:45am - 12:00pm
COFFEE BREAK
Sponsored by Pioneer Coach
12:00pm- 1:00pm
KEYNOTE Q&A: Gene Simmons
THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE MERCH
Join us for this must-see Q&A session with the co-founder of the legendary band KISS and the star of A&E's hit TV show "Gene Simmons Family Jewels." This wildly successful entrepreneur, whose fingerprints are on virtually all segments of the music industry, will discuss his far-reaching business ventures and will share the 'Gene Simmons world view' with attendees.
1:00pm – 2:45pm
BREAK
2:45pm - 3:45pm
SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME
The role of artist manager has never required more flexibility, instinct, savvy and skill, as artist managers weigh more options than ever before in trying to break bands and keep the career arc rising. More than ever, the road is the way to make this happen, but the menu of options, including 360 deals and long term promoter contracts, present some tough choices. Don’t miss it as these innovative managers weigh in.
Moderator:
Bill Werde, Editorial Director, Billboard
Speakers:
Bruce Allen, President, Bruce Allen Talent
Paul Korzilius, Manager, Bon Jovi Management
Allen Kovac, President, 10th Street Entertainment
Mike Martinovich, Manager, Flat Iron Management
Michael McDonald, Manager, Mick Management
Scott Siman, President, RPM Management
TAKEAWAY: What goes into management’s thinking, how can one work best with managers or be a better manager.
4:00pm -5:15pm
TURN THE PAGE
A decade has passed since concert industry consolidation began in earnest, so where are we now? With the perspective of 10 years, these industry “power players” will discuss the impact consolidation has had on touring, ticket prices, and the concert experience and, more importantly, what the next 10 years might hold.
Moderator:
Elliott Groffman, Partner, CCCG, LLC
Speakers:
Marc Geiger, EVP/Contemporar Music Head, William Morris Agency
Jimmy Koplik, Chairman Northeast, Live Nation
Randy Phillips, CEO, AEG Live
Bert Holman, Manager, Allman Brothers Band
John Scher, co-CEO, Metropolitan Talent
Marsha Vlasic, Senior VP, Concerts, ICM
TAKEAWAY: How healthy is this business? Where do the top decision makers think things are headed?
5:15pm - 6:15pm
ISSUE ROUNDTABLES
Intimate, open discussions of important issues facing a particular segment of the industry, led by key players in that space.
DIGITAL MARKETING:
Jeff Arbour, SVP, The Hyperfactory
Jon Satterly, SVP – New Media & Global Business Development, Roadrunner Records
Mark Weiss, CEO, ArtistArena
TICKETING:
Michael Marion, GM, Alltel Arena
Jared Smith, Regional Vice President, Southeast, Ticketmaster
TRAVEL/ PRODUCTION:
Jake Berry, President, Higher Fader
Trent Hemphill, President/CEO, Hemphill Brothers
Steve Lopez, Tour Manager, Widespread Panic
SPONSORSHIPS/CAUSE MARKETING:
Marcie Allen Cardwell, President, MAC Presents
Bill Chipps, Senior Editor, IEG Sponsorship Report
Morty Wiggins, Executive Director, Bill Graham Foundation
INTERNATIONAL:
Francisco Serrano Carreto, GM, Auditorio Nacional
Mario Grdosic, Head of Live Events Department, Mars Music
Neil Warnock, Chairman, The Agency Group
CLUBS/ SMALL VENUES:
Johnny Beach, Talent Buyer, Bowery Presents
Jason Stone, SVP, Live Nation New York
MERCHANDISING:
Dan Cooper, VP, Artist Relations, BandMerch
Steve Gerstman, Chief Executive Officer, Cut Merch
7:00pm
Grand Ballroom Foyer, Mezzanine Level
PRE-AWARDS COCKTAIL RECEPTION
Co-Hosted by Tickets.com & Arena Network
8:00pm
Grand Ballroom, Mezzanine Level
BILLBOARD TOURING AWARDS
Sponsored by Wells Fargo Theatre/SMG
Speakers
PJ Bloom, Music Supervisor, Neophonic
Rudy Chung, Music Supervisor, Hit the Ground Running
Bonny Dolan, Executive Producer/Artist Liaison, Comma Music
Jeffrey Fayman, Co-Founder/Composer/Producer, Immediate Music
Rich Goldman, Founder & President, Riptide Music
Yoav Goren, Co-Founder/Composer/Producer, Immediate Music
Billy Gottlieb, Owner, Playback Music Supervision
Joel C. High, President, Creative Control Entertainment
Marie Jacobson, Executive VP of Programming and Production, Sony Pictures Television International
Jeffrey Jampol, Manager, The Doors Music Co, The Janis Joplin Estate, The Gram Parsons Estate
Robert Kraft, President, Fox Music
Jonathan McHugh, Supervising Producer, Battleground Earth
Ken Nelsen, Executive Producer/Senior Vice President, Roadside Couch Records
Alexandra Patsavas, President, Chop Shop
Randy Spendlove, President, Motion Picture Music
Stephanie Savage, Executive Producer, Gossip Girl
Josh Schwartz, Executive Producer, Gossip Girl
Diane Warren, Award Winning Songwriter
Russell Zeicker, VP of TV Music, Lionsgate
Not pictured:
Jason Alexander, Hit the Ground Running
Patrick Arn, President, Gotham Records
Cliff Chenfeld, Co-Founder of independent label, Razor and Tie
Maureen Crowe, Music Supervisor, GTM
Peter Golub, Director of Film Music Program, Sundance
Larry Jenkins, President, CBS Records
Adam Levenson, Director, Talent and Audio Management Group, Activision
Geoff Mayfield, Director of Charts/Senior Analyst, Billboard
Tracy McKnight, President, Commotion Records
Nile Rodgers, Label Founder & Music Producer, Sumthing Else Music Works
Trascenders (Terence Yoshiaki, Brian Lapin, Mike Fratantuno) Composers, Gossip Girl
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