Bill Gagnon is a recognized leader at the intersection of music, technology, and content with over two decades of global executive experience at EMI Music and Universal Music Group. 

He has played a pivotal role in shaping the modern digital music business and maximizing the long-term value of iconic music catalogues and rights.

Mike Kopp is a strategic leader with over 35 years of experience, from the White House to the music business, working with high-profile clients, managing multi-platinum artists, advising political campaigns, and championing arts advocacy at the national level.

Aslak Klever founded Popular Demand in 2018 after a 10-year career at major labels, and the company has since helped clients achieve #1 records in 22 markets worldwide, including collaborations with artists like John Legend, BTS, and Ava Max, as well as numerous industry accolades.

More speakers will be announced in due course

Aniket Rajgarhia is a creative strategist with a background in music, technology and finance, and the co-founder of Music Tech India, an initiative driving innovation in the country’s music-tech space. He has led music rights and marketing projects for global artists across Asia, following an early career as a fintech consultant in London.

Ingrid is an Advisor for Innovation Norway in Silicon Valley, where she supports Norwegian startups and scale-ups entering the U.S. market by helping them secure pilot customers, investors, or strategic partners. In Silicon Valley, Ingrid leads Innovation Norway’s efforts within music tech and the broader creative industries on the West Coast.

Gérôme is a creative entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience driving innovation in the live and entertainment industries through initiatives like Wallifornia MusicTech and leadership roles at La Grand Poste and LeanSquare. He co-founded ikii, a next-generation studio uniting artists, entrepreneurs, and investors to transform how events are created, produced, and funded through tech-driven collaboration.

Vishruti Bindal is a Music Supervisor, Arts Policy Consultant, and Creative Producer from India with over eight years of experience, including work on upcoming Netflix originals like Kohrra Season 2. She co-founded Linear Festivals and Neon Culture, leads projects at Sound Diplomacy, and plays a key role in advancing music export and cultural policy in India.

Paul Moore is the operational lead for the BBC Public Service Music Rights & Reporting teams, overseeing music licensing, clearing, commissioning, and usage reporting, while also shaping the BBC’s music strategy and leading the BBC MusicBox.

Einar Helde is a production music executive with almost 20 years in the industry. His experience has ranged from music supervision to supplying music for global film and TV hits.