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US DEI Executive Orders and the Future of Music

Join us for a free webinar open to everyone in music exploring DEI, power and voice in a changing industry.

US DEI orders and the future of music

DEI, power and voice in a changing industry

DEI -Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - has moved from the margins to the mainstream of the music industry.

But more recently, changes are creating legal and reputational risk and wider implications. With these changes across the U.S. and globally, the music industry stands at a critical inflection point.

What does this change mean for music? Does anyone lose power, voice, and visibility?

In this webinar, we’ll explore:

  • The global picture: understanding the legal and political consequences of Executive Orders in the U.S., UK and beyond.
  • Industry impacts: exploring the possible impacts of the shift and whether it has reshaped who gets heard, who gets hired and who gets left behind.
  • Moments of change: what to do when your organisation or community changes their approach to DEI.
  • Strategies for action: practical tools and approaches for safeguarding and advancing DEI in music, even in challenging climates. Whether you're shaping policy from the boardroom or building culture on stage, this conversation is for you.

Guest speakers

  • Roberto Neri, CEO of The Ivors Academy
  • Charlene Brown, Co-Founder/Managing Director of Howlett Brown and chair of the Academy's Ethics Committee
  • Holly Lake, Partner at DLA Piper
  • Lee Harding, Partner at DLA Piper and vice-chair of the Academy's Ethics Committee

Who should attend

Music managers, songwriters, composers, artists, labels, publishers, DEI leaders, HR professionals in music and all those committed to a better future for music.

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  • Free for all

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US DEI Executive Orders and the Future of Music

Date
24 Jun 2025

Time
17:00 - 19:00

Address

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