Gray Gannaway
Founder, Quarterlab
Gray Gannaway is the Founder of Quarterlab, a media distribution company that specializes in video strategy and rights management. The company, which helps brands and artists reach wider audiences and increase revenue through video content, oversees content strategy for clients such as Lil Wayne, Passenger, Jill Scott, Run The Jewels, Audiomack, Joe Budden, and The Roots. With a 20-year history negotiating direct deals on behalf of independents with platforms such as Apple, Spotify, and Google, Gannaway has an intense passion for helping underrepresented creators thrive in the music industry and beyond.
Prior to launching Quarterlab, Gannaway spent more than a decade in business and corporate development, strategic partnerships, licensing, and marketing. From 2003 to 2009, he served as Senior VP of Business Development for CD Baby, the world’s largest all-independent music store on the web. Gannaway has consulted for companies such as Google, Scion, CD Baby, Empire Distribution, Rumblefish, and Kill Rock Stars. As a guest speaker, Gannaway has both moderated and been featured at numerous industry-leading conferences such as Music Biz, MIDEM, SXSW, Bandwidth, SF MusicTech, and Canadian Music Week.
From Gray:
“As someone who has spent my career building platforms that amplify diverse and independent creators, I want to bring that perspective to the Music Biz Board. I believe our industry’s future depends on experienced leadership and practical solutions that uplift emerging and underserved artists and contributors.”
Chlon Henry
CEO, Wealth Media Distribution
From Chlon:
“I’m passionate about bridging the gap between creativity and commerce, and I believe my experience building artist-centered companies can help the Music Biz Board continue advancing equity, education, and innovation within our industry. I aim to bring a forward-thinking perspective on music, tech, and independent empowerment to help the Music Biz Board strengthen its impact across the evolving entertainment landscape.”
Christopher Hernandez
Marketing Manager, Rimas Publishing
Christopher Hernandez is the Marketing Manager at Rimas Publishing, the award-winning independent publisher. A Full Sail University alumnus with a bachelor’s degree in Entertainment Business, Christopher plays a crucial role in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies that enhance the visibility and success of Rimas Publishing’s artists and music catalog. His work spans across digital and traditional marketing channels, live events, and promotional activations.
Since joining Rimas Publishing in 2022, Christopher has been instrumental in guiding creatives to explore new avenues of monetization and increasing audience engagement. Previously, he served as the Licensing Manager, where he focused on discovering opportunities for clients’ established catalogs and identifying new original works for fi lms, television, streaming, video games, and advertisements. During his tenure, he also helped build and launch Faith Sounds, the company’s platform dedicated to faith-based music, and recently led the full rebrand of Rimas Publishing, introducing a refreshed identity aligned with the company’s long-term vision.
Christopher actively participates in several industry organizations, holding professional memberships with the Recording Academy, the Latin Recording Academy, SCL, GMA, NALIP, and the Guild of Music Supervisors as a Friend of the Guild. He has contributed to multiple industry
From Christopher:
“I’d like to join the Music Biz Board of Directors to advocate for the evolving needs of music publishers while helping ensure the Latin market has a strong voice in a space that shapes the direction of our industry. Latin creators continue driving global culture, and I would love to contribute a perspective that reflects that impact and pushes for meaningful representation.”
Aric Kim
Head of Distribution, Beatroot
From radio promotions to global distribution, Aric Kim has spent over a decade at the pulse of the music industry, connecting artists, labels, and the ecosystem that powers modern music. As GM of Beatroot, he leads strategy, partnerships, and innovation, helping artists and labels amplify their reach and revenue across every major platform. Since 2024, he has served on the advisory board of the Music Business Association, supporting initiatives that strengthen and unite the music industry.
Aric has gained experience across nearly every area of the business. He began in the trenches as an intern at Universal Music before joining iHeartMedia, where he delivered campaigns for major brands and top-charting artists. There, he managed multimillion-dollar promotions across L.A.’s leading stations, including KIIS-FM, ALT 98.7, 92.3 The Beat, and others. At Capitol Music Group, he led radio promotions and marketing strategies that helped both superstar and emerging artists reach national audiences, overseeing high-profile, big-budget campaigns early in his career. Later, his work in A&R and Label Operations at independent labels Artbeatz and G360 developed his ability to align artist creativity with the strategic and operational demands of the industry.
At Beatroot, Aric blends executive vision with hands-on hustle, leading cross-functional teams that deliver results across global marketing, A&R, and artist development. He has led distribution initiatives worldwide, optimized revenue streams, and transformed complex backend processes into seamless, artist-friendly systems. From forging platform partnerships to championing emerging talent, Aric’s work is redefining what artist empowerment looks like in the streaming age. His focus remains simple: help good music find its audience and ensure creators are supported at every step!
From Aric:
“It would be a great privilege to serve on Music Biz’s Board of Directors and help shape the future of the industry. I deeply support the MBA’s mission to foster collaboration among labels, tech companies, publishers, and artists. Serving on the board would allow me to contribute to initiatives in education and artist empowerment while working alongside its amazing leaders who are driving meaningful change. What an honor!”
Bea Koramblyum
Global Head of Business Affairs & VP of Business Development,
Downtown Music Publishing
Bea Koramblyum, who started at Downtown over 14 years ago, is currently the Global Head of Business Affairs and VP of Business Development for Downtown Music Publishing. Based in New York, she oversees all of the company’s legal and business affairs activities. She has played a key role in many high-profile transactions, including agreements with Phish, The National, The Estate of Miles Davis, Tori Amos and The George Gershwin Estate.
Prior to joining Downtown, she spent more than seven years with Davis Shapiro Lewit & Hayes, LLP, starting as a legal assistant and later promoted to paralegal.
Bea also serves on the Advisory Board for Women in Music and is on the Advisory Council for the Music Business program of her alma mater, Hofstra University. She most recently served as the Chair of the Board of Directors for the Music Business Association, and she is also an Adjunct Instructor at New York University teaching Music Publishing.
Bea was honored as of one of Billboard’s Women In Music Top Executives of 2022 and featured in
Variety’s New York Women’s Impact Report 2022 and Variety’s Music Legal Elite 2025.
From Bea:
“I have long considered Music Biz to be the most esteemed music business conference, both from an educational and networking perspective. I love everything that the organization stands for and want to continue to support it by advocating for all of its positive contributions to the music industry.”
Allison Moore
Global Head of Go-to-Market, Splash Music
Allison Moore has built her career on pushing the boundaries of how music is experienced, shared, and brought to life through technology and community. With nearly two decades of experience leading strategy and marketing for artists & platforms, she has helped shape how creators and fans connect in the digital age. At Sony Music and SoundCloud, Allison developed artist services that enabled career-defining milestones and pioneered new models for creator monetization and fan engagement.
Now as Global Head of Go-to-Market at Splash Music, she’s leading the next wave of interactive music; empowering Gen Z and Gen Alpha fans to co-create with artists, express themselves as creators, and connect through playful, social experiences. Her work at Splash is also helping usher ethical AI into the hands of artists and fans, ensuring that emerging technologies strengthen creativity and trust across the music ecosystem.
A frequent speaker on generative AI, fandom, and the future of music, Allison shares how creativity, technology, and community continue to redefine what it means to be a fan, a creator, and an artist.
From Allison:
“Music Biz builds community and connections that drive our industry forward. It’s truly my community and has personally empowered me to learn, grow, and build friendships with people I deeply respect. Every year, I look forward to Music Biz events where real conversations happen, real collaboration takes shape, and real business gets done. Music Biz has proven that progress unfolds when artists, platforms, and fans share and learn from one another.
“As AI-led technology reshapes the music landscape, I believe it’s essential that our industry leads with ethics, creativity, and inclusivity. As a leader at an ethical AI company, I want to lend my voice to helping Music Biz shape how AI can propel the industry forward, empower creators at scale, and engage new generations with music in meaningful, inspiring ways.”
Zulma Oviedo
Music Business Consultant & Royalty Collection Strategist, The Innovative People
Zulma D. Oviedo Cordero is an accomplished music industry consultant with over 15 years of experience in entertainment. Based in the New York metropolitan area, she is distinguished by her expertise in marketing management, music publishing administration, licensing, and project management.
As a Music Business Consultant and Royalty Collection Strategist at The Innovative People, Zulma has collaborated closely with prominent labels and publishers, enhancing operational efficiency and revenue growth through licensing negotiations, royalty collection, and process optimization for artists and publishers, including Brown Marble Music Publishing, Latin Nation Music, and Nabori Music Publishing.
With a background in Finance and additional studies in popular music and jazz, Zulma furthered her expertise in music licensing at Berklee College of Music. Throughout her career, she has crafted and executed media strategies and promotional campaigns for renowned artists like De La Ghetto, Prince Royce, Sie7e, Chosen Few, Ken-Y and J-King y Maximan among others. She has also managed international campaigns, overseeing everything from press conferences to digital marketing strategies, tailoring her services to each client’s unique needs.
Zulma has been instrumental in driving awareness campaigns and event promotions, such as the 50th Anniversary of El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. Successful music releases such as Ken-Y “The King of Romance”, De La Ghetto’s “Loco Por Perrearte Remix” and latest album releases, including his recent trilogy, comprised of “Daylight,” “Moonlight” and “Starlight.” She excels in digital distribution strategies, event coordination, and media outreach, providing customized public relations and distribution services. Her meticulous attention to detail and skill in managing various facets of the music business make her a pivotal figure in helping musicians and creatives navigate the complexities of the industry.
From Zulma:
“I would like to join the Music Biz Board of Directors because I deeply believe in the organization’s mission and have great respect for its transparent, inclusive, and efficient leadership. It would be an honor to take part in the decision-making process, collaborate with such a fantastic group of professionals and contribute my experience and perspective to support that mission and, together, continue shaping the organization’s future.”
Jason Peterson
Founder, Owner & CEO, GoDigital Media Group
Jason Peterson is an entrepreneur, attorney, and producer with over 20 years of experience, recognized by Billboard as one of the “Top 50 Indie,” “Top 40 under 40,” and “Top Latin” Power Players in music, and by Los Angeles Business Journal as a “Top 30 Entrepreneur under 30.”
He is the founder and CEO of GoDigital, a multi-national media and technology conglomerate connecting content, community, and commerce across music, entertainment, and sports. GoDigital’s brands include GoDigital Music, Sound Royalties, NGLmitu, and YogaWorks. Jason has worked with artists including Janet Jackson, T.I., Master P, Jason Derulo, Pitbull, Psy, and Daddy Yankee, and produced numerous award-winning music videos such as Janet Jackson & Daddy Yankee’s “Made for Now”, Switchfoot’s “Stars”, and TobyMac’s “Boom’in”.
Jason serves or has served on boards and committees, including A2IM, MERLIN, WIN, RDx, OTT.x, City of Hope, the Recording Academy® Government Advocacy Committee, Stanford Disruptive Technologies Council, and the USC Business Cinematic-Arts Advisory Board. He holds a Juris Doctor from Pepperdine University and a business degree in Cinema-Television from USC’s Marshall School of Business.
From Jason:
“I am a label owner and attorney with expertise in intellectual property and artificial intelligence. I believe I can bring a unique perspective to help solve the common challenges facing the music ecosystem in the AI era.”
Richard Siddall-Jones
VP, Global Commercial Services, Warner Music Group
Richard Siddall-Jones is a global music executive with more than 15 years of experience driving streaming growth and digital strategy for major labels. He currently serves as VP, Global Commercial Services for Warner Music Group, where he manages the label’s global relationship with Spotify, drives the implementation of global digital strategy, develops & executes the Global Commercial Services team’s objectives and key results, and represents the label at IFPI and Billboard on chart & music industry initiatives.
Prior to this role, he held Sr. Director, Global Commercial Services and Director, International Digital Accounts roles with WMG. Before joining Warner, Richard was a Digital Development Manager, Europe & ROW for EMI Music, a Digital Content Coordinator for Universal Music Group, and began his music industry career as a Content Protection Assistant at EMI.
From Richard:
“I would like to join the Music Biz board of directors because the association is a proven pillar in fostering meaningful discussion on the key topics shaping our industry. With so much change happening across every sector, being more involved with Music Biz would allow me to stay closely connected to that evolution and contribute my experience to support the association’s mission.”
Nina Smith
Director, F.A.M.S. Coalition
With nearly forty years of experience in music retail, marketing, and promotions, Solina “Nina” Smith is a seasoned professional dedicated to fostering growth and innovation within the music industry. As the director of the Forever A Music Store (F.A.M.S.) Coalition, she advocates for the interests of independently Black-owned record stores, ensuring they thrive in a constantly evolving market.
Throughout her career, Nina has consistently advocated for the sustainability and advancement of independent stores, ensuring their voices are heard and their contributions recognized. Her influence has been crucial in cultivating a more inclusive and dynamic music industry, celebrated for her talent in building relationships and nurturing partnerships.
Nina has embraced the ever-changing landscape of the music industry, demonstrating keen insight into market trends and consumer behaviors. In an industry defined by continuous transformation, she has remained steadfast in her ability to adapt and innovate, leveraging her deep knowledge to anticipate and respond to emerging trends.
Her career is marked by a deep commitment to fostering diversity and inclusivity within the industry. Nina’s vast expertise and strategic insight have positioned her as a leader in advocating for equitable opportunities for all.
From Nina:
“I am eager to join the Music Business Association’s Board of Directors to bring a perspective rooted in decades of hands-on experience in music retail and marketing. My commitment to supporting independently black-owned record stores and fostering inclusivity aligns with the association’s goals of promoting diversity within the industry.
Joining the board would allow me to share my unique insights, collaborate with industry leaders, and help craft strategies that address the challenges facing music industry professionals and retailers today. My goal is to ensure that all voices within the industry, particularly those from underrepresented communities, are heard and valued.”
Linnea Sundberg
VP of Corporate Development & Head of Partnerships, UnitedMasters
For the last ~15 years, Linnea Sundberg has operated at the intersection of music and technology. She currently serves as VP of Corporate Development, and Head of Partnerships at UnitedMasters Inc., a leading label services and platform for independent artists, reporting directly to the CEO. Previously, Linnea spent over 6 years at Spotify. There, she developed and took artist-facing products to market, including commercial strategies, and go-to-market plans for the Spotify for Artists brand. She’s also a board member & advisor (Soundverse), and investor, and has held previous Corporate Development roles (Splice), all in and around music and technology. Her expertise lies in artist services, copyright and IP value, streaming market insights, and artist services. Originally from Stockholm, Sweden, she holds a Bachelor’s degree from Harvard University and a Master’s degree from the University of Oxford. An advocate for innovation in the creator economy, Linnea is passionate about supporting the next generation of artists through technology-driven solutions.
From Linnea:
“I’ve built my career at the intersection of music and technology, driven by a commitment to helping artists build sustainable careers. Serving on the Music Biz Board is an opportunity for me to help advance that mission. With my experience from the streaming platforms, music creation, and most recently, label and distribution side, I want to help foster an inclusive dialogue to help shape the future of our industry.”
Timothy Trudeau
Founder & CEO, Syntax Creative
Timothy J. Trudeau began his professional journey in the music business in 1997. Since then, he has produced for GRAMMY-nominated artists, designed Stellar-nominated album art, released Dove-nominated albums on his own record label, and become a distribution executive with clients who have won all three. As the CEO of Syntax Creative, a digital distribution and marketing company with the exclusive worldwide rights to more than 80,000 songs, he works with over 150 record labels and countless talented artists. He has also negotiated direct deals with some of the largest companies in the world, including Apple, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Facebook. Trudeau’s ability to adapt and predict trends has led to him being cited by CNN, The Washington Post, ABC News, People, U.S. News & World Report, Business Insider, Billboard, Yahoo News and NPR. A graduate of Leadership Music’s Class of 2025, he continues to invest in the future of the industry through education, mentorship, and advocacy.
From Tim:
“I want to serve on the board to advocate for the independent sector. After nearly thirty years as a fully independent distributor working directly with DSPs, I’ve seen firsthand what indies need to compete and thrive. The Music Biz conference has been the most important annual event in the life of our company as we built it from the ground up, and I want to give back to the community that helped shape us. My goal is to ensure independent voices are represented at every level of the industry, while also learning from my colleagues and bringing that insight back to our clients.”
Evan Whikehart
Head of Label & Artist Services, Secretly Distribution
Based in Brooklyn, New York, Evan Whikehart has worked in the music industry for over 20 years. After handling project management at Secretly Group for artists including Phoebe Bridgers, Bon Iver, Moses Sumney, and Mitski, Evan launched the Label & Shared Services department at Secretly Distribution in 2020.
Building the department from the ground up, Evan oversees a global team leading campaigns from clients including Sufjan Stevens, Santigold, A24 Music and most recently, the GRAMMY-nominated release from Hayley Williams, “Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party.”
From Evan:
“Having worked on releases for a roster of artists and labels from truly diverse backgrounds and stages of development, I would love the opportunity to put my experience to use making our industry a more collaborative and welcoming one. I’m also particularly impressed by Music Biz’s mission of education, and breaking down some of the barriers to entry many artists and professionals can feel as they navigate this business.”
Nonafaye Williams
Sr. Director of Product Management, Hopeless Records
Nonafaye Williams is the Senior Director of Product Management at Hopeless Records, where she oversees the label’s product management team, marketing & advertising initiatives, and radio promotions.
Over the past three years at Hopeless Records, Nonafaye has led numerous single/EP/full length releases, guided the label’s 30th Anniversary initiatives – including an immersive celebration at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – and spearheaded multiple successful Active Rock radio campaigns – including the label’s first singles to reach Top 15 on the charts.
Before joining Hopeless Records, Nonafaye spent 13 years at Fearless Records, where she served as Senior Product Manager, Video Production Manager, and Social Media & Digital Ads Manager. During her tenure, she helped drive landmark campaigns, including the 3x Platinum-certified “King For A Day” by Pierce The Veil; multiple Gold RIAA singles from artists such as Pierce The Veil, I Prevail, Ice Nine Kills, and Breathe Carolina; and several #1 Active Rock Radio singles from I Prevail and The Pretty Reckless.
Nonafaye’s influence in the industry was recognized with her selection for the 2025 A2IM Rising 20 list, honoring emerging leaders shaping the future of independent music.
A first-generation college graduate with degrees in Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering from UC Irvine along with a long standing love for alternative rock music, Nonafaye brings analytical precision, creative vision, and passion to her work. As a Filipino American woman, she continues to advocate for representation and inclusion in the rock music industry while balancing life in Long Beach, California, with her husband and two young children.
From Nonafaye:
“As part of the Music Biz Board of Directors, I’m eager to collaborate and learn from the diverse perspectives of fellow board members, fostering an environment where we can exchange ideas and build meaningful community across different segments of the music business. Serving on the board would allow me to stay informed on emerging trends and industry shifts while bringing my own independent label experience to the table. Ultimately, I hope to help bridge gaps and ensure the independent community has a strong, unified voice in shaping the future of music!
David Wolfe
Co-Owner, The Vinyl Groove
David Wolfe is the co-owner of The Vinyl Groove Records, an eclectic record store based in Cleveland, OH. Wolfe’s love for vinyl began when he acquired his parents’ eclectic record collection at age 8, and became a passion he would share with the public upon opening The Vinyl Groove in 2014. Since then, the shop has served the community as a hub for music, literature and stereo equipment repair. Alongside his business partner and wife, Cecilia, The Wolfes give back to the community that supports them through donations, supplies and volunteer work.
