A3C Conference Schedule
A3C conference events require an Executive pass, 5-Day pass or Conference pass.
Some conference events are reserved for Executive Passes only.
Festival passes are for the festival grounds only, and do not provide entry to conference events.
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TuneCore Connect on Wednesday
Connect with the TuneCore team, sign up for a free TuneCore account and get instant rewards, plus enjoy live DJ sets by Queen CoCo!Featuring:
Queen CoCoIAMQUEENCOCO.COM, DJ -
Wednesday Executive Brunch presented by the Dekalb Entertainment Commission
Start the day off with some coffee and brunch, while you connect with industry influencers as the Conference ramps up. Limited Access: Only... -
Coffee & Conversation: Future of Music Tech in Atlanta
Several of Atlanta's development, music and tech stakeholders discuss how the city can and should build a music tech community. A3C Festival &...Featuring:
Bryan CalhounPandora & Music Business Toolbox, Director
Elliot HayesOpen On Sunday, CEO
Paul JudgeTechSquare Labs, Cofounder & Partner -
Serato x Roland Workshop
This workshop will cover the powerful and intuitive sampler plug-in for producers, Serato Sample. With Serato Sample, you can quickly find, chop,...Featuring:
OP MillerSerato, Artist Relations Manager
Sonny JamesSerato, Artist Relations Rep
Lyris Greene (DJ Lyris)Roland, Roland DJ Ambassador
Daniel LeeRoland Corp US, Channel Training Manager -
Public Relations: Mentorship Session
Mentorship Sessions enable attendees to spend up to 8 minutes 1-on-1 with industry professionals. Apply on-site.Featuring:
Tai Saint-LouisThe Remedy, Founder
Taylor EdwardsT. Edwards, Lifestyle Publicist
Joshua KingNow Influencing, Partner -
What would a record label look like if it was started today?
Amuse was founded in 2015 to answer that very question. Music company executives joined up with tech experts to build the world’s first mobile...Featuring:
Diego FariasAmuse, CEO & Co-founder -
Producer x Artist Listening Session - Wed 1st
Producers and Artists sit across from each other at a conference table. Artist plays 1 min of music to give the produce an idea of their sound....Featuring:
Question-
Pacoe Smith-
Anatomē-
The Banger Slanger-
Cash FargoProducer
izze-
Matlock-
VXLLXY- -
Team Building Masterclass
For artists it is vital to have the right team members representing you to further your career. But, who are they? When do you need them? How much...Featuring:
Leron E. Rogers, Esq.Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP, Partner
Bryan CalhounPandora & Music Business Toolbox, Director -
The Future of Sharing & Discovery
The internet and streaming services have irreversibly changed the music industry. Artists are able to access more consumer with fewer barriers...Featuring:
Nikhil ShahMixcloud, Cofounder
Nicole JohnsonPandora, Industry Relations/Artist Marketing
Adulis "Chedo" MokananThe Come Up Show, Founder/Music Programmer
Daniel SanderFeature.fm, Chief Commercial Officer
Nick MerichSonglink, Co-Founder -
BeatStars Allstars: Make 6 Figures Selling Beats Online
CashMoneyAP, DreamLife, Kato on the Track, DG Beats and DJ Pain 1 will collectively generate more than 1M via BeatStars this year. The...Featuring:
CashMoneyApCashMoneyAp, President
Dylan GrahamMake Real Listen Real LLC, Owner
Kato On The TrackNastyTrax Music LLC, Founder
Breana MarinLove Pulse Music, Inc, Songwriter
DJ Pain 1DJ Pain 1, Owner
DreamlifeDreamlife Beats, CEO
Abe BatshonBeatStars, CEO -
Connect with TuneCore: How We Help Artists Succeed
Join this special conversation with Scott Ackerman, CEO - TuneCore moderated by Astrid Martinez, Entertainment/Culture Reporter - CBS46 &...Featuring:
Scott AckermanTuneCore, CEO
Queen CoCoIAMQUEENCOCO.COM, DJ
Astrid MartinezCBS46 & Peachtree TV, Entertainment/Culture Reporter -
How To Secure Radio Airplay For Your Music w/ V103
Securing airplay as an independent artist is one of the biggest challenges in the music industry. Get credible advice on what it takes to get your...Featuring:
Justin BolandPandora, Head of Hip Hop and R&B Programming
Keinon JohnsonInterscope Records, Vice President of Urban Promotions
Cannon Kent-GrantAtlantic Records, Promotions Director
Reggie RouseENTERCOM/V-103, PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Greg StreetV-103, On Air Personality/DJ -
Meet & Greet w/ Producers
An experience for Executive passes At the heart of the A3C Conference is the ability to connect with thought leaders and industry experts, like...Featuring:
Kato On The TrackNastyTrax Music LLC, Founder -
Startups & Entrepreneurs: Mentorship Session
Mentorship Sessions enable attendees to spend up to 8 minutes 1-on-1 with industry professionals. Apply on-site.Featuring:
Adam TolliverThe Vision Foundation, Vice President
Mahdi WoodardISH x MAHDI, Brand Strategist
Daniel BlackmanSocial Karma, Managing Partner
Joe FaxioMorgan Stanley, Financial Advisor -
Plug Presentation: Changing the Way People Share and Listen to Music
What would you do if you had the freedom to control how every a&r, collaborator, or fan listened your music? What new experiences could you...Featuring:
Saji GirvanPlug, Co-Founder + C.E.O. -
Serato x Rane Workshop
Rane is back with the Twelve and Seventy-two. This workshop will cover the Rane Twelve, the first-of-its-kind full 12" motorized MIDI Controller... -
Producer x Artist Listening Session - Wed 2nd
Producers and Artists sit across from each other at a conference table. Artist plays 1 min of music to give the produce an idea of their sound....Featuring:
Anatomē-
Smitti Boi-
Black MetaphorBlack Cloud Music Group, CEO
Joe Switay-
Pacoe Smith-
TEAUXNY-
Matlock-
Cash FargoProducer -
The Future of Distribution & Monetization
Gone are the days of the obligatory 360 deal and signing away your masters. Making money in the music business has changed dramatically over the...Featuring:
Phil BauerCD Baby, VP of Business Development
Jay AndinoThe Orchard/Sony Music, Vice President - Urban Division
Philip KaplanDistroKid, CEO
Jason ZerdenStem Disintermedia, Artist Relations, Agency
Jesse FloresIngrooves Music Group, Sr. Director, Label and Business Development -
Invest Atlanta: Bridging the Gap Between Corporate & Creative
You can always afford to invest in yourself. This workshop will focus on various outlets and strategic tactics for artists and creators on funding...Featuring:
Aura ReyesThe Digital Plug, CEO & Founder
Sheoyki JonesInvest Atlanta, Program Manager, Creative Industries
Tialer "Flockaland" ScottSTAY(+), Founder
Erika SmithInvest Atlanta, Southside Development Manager
Yusuf MuhammadA3C Festival & Conference, Program Director -
The South Got Something to Say with Jermaine Dupri
Featuring:
Chaka ZuluDisturbing Tha Peace Records, Co-CEO
Isaac Hayes IIIIsaac Hayes Enterprises, CEO
Jermaine Dupri- -
Artist Feedback Session presented by Steereo- Wed
1-on-1 session with an industry professional. Play your music and receive feedback on the spot.Featuring:
Justin BolandPandora, Head of Hip Hop and R&B Programming
Paul WilliamsAlley Pat Music Group, Manager
Mitch MartinBMI, Senior Director of Creative
Marcus GriffinA3C Festival & Conference, A&R -
Raising Capital: Startups, Hustle & Hip-Hop
Entrepreneurs and artists have to hustle to make it. Tom McLeod, CEO and Founder of Omni, has successfully completed several rounds of funding by...Featuring:
Thomas D. McLeodOmni, CEO and Founder -
Meet & Greet w/ Jermaine Dupri
An experience for Executive passes At the heart of the A3C Conference is the ability to connect with thought leaders and industry experts, like...Featuring:
Jermaine Dupri- -
The Future of Data
Streaming services and social media has put data at the center of the music business. Data has become the most valuable asset. Music makers and...Featuring:
Britnee ForemanSongtrust & Downtown Music Publishing, Head of Data Strategy
Cherie HuVarious, Music-Tech Writer
Dae BoganTuneRegistry, Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Dick HueyJaxsta, Head of Partnerships
Vickie NaumanCrossBorderWorks, Founder -
Producer x Artist Listening Session - Wed 3rd
Producers and Artists sit across from each other at a conference table. Artist plays 1 min of music to give the produce an idea of their sound....Featuring:
Anatomē-
Mike S-
Double AA-
Digital Nas-
Ms Madli-
Kenny Buttons-
QbdaProblem-
Nuk Beatz "Da Prime Example"- -
Hip-Hop Journalists: Covering the Culture
Journalists are responsible for telling important stories and spotlighting things that impact and move the culture. Some of today's most important...Featuring:
Timothy "timmhotep aku" CornwallPitchfork, Senior Editor
Yoh PhillipsDJBooth, Senior Writer
Brandon 'Jinx' JenkinsRevolt TV, Co - Host of "State of the Culture"
Rodney CarmichaelNPR, hip-hop journalist -
Buzznog App: Give Fans More Of What They Want
Buzznog’s direct-to-fan platform provides you with the tools and metrics you need to directly deliver content and engage your fan base on-demand...Featuring:
Rey FonderUberwood Digital Agency, Founder/CEO -
Producer Feedback Session presented by Steereo - Wed
1-on-1 session with an industry professional. Play your best beats and receive feedback on the spot.Featuring:
Jason ReddickASCAP, Associate Director for ASCAP Atlanta
Mitch MartinBMI, Senior Director of Creative
Henny Tha BiznessNow and Hen, LLC., CEO
STREETRUNNER- -
How to Use Data to Win the Digital Marketing Game
What are the best ways to utilize and understand data as an indie artist? Where are the best places to spend ad / marketing dollars on a limited...Featuring:
Daniel SanderFeature.fm, Chief Commercial Officer
Rachel JacksonThe R. Jackson Agency, Entertainment Strategist -
Startup Spotlight Showcase
5 innovative tech startups that impact how music is being created, shared, discovered, marketed and monetized will showcase their companies to a...Featuring:
Justin McLeodSurthrive, Founder
Diego FariasAmuse, CEO & Co-founder
Bob MoczydlowskyTechstars Music, Managing Director
Paul JudgeTechSquare Labs, Cofounder & Partner
Kurt WeiberthSonglink, Founder + CEO
Ryan WilsonTHE GATHERING SPOT, CEO/C-FOUNDER
FARAH ALLENThe Labz, CEO/ Founder -
SoundExchange: Your Recording = Your Royalties
SoundExchange works at the center of digital music and serves as an important source of revenue for the entire music industry. To date,...Featuring:
Lauren A DanzySoundExchange, Marketing Manager – Digital & Branding
Sean GloverSoundexchange, Director, Industry Relations -
Producers: Mentorship Session
Mentorship Sessions enable attendees to spend up to 8 minutes 1-on-1 with industry professionals. Apply on-site.Featuring:
Sal DaliSal Dali, Producer
Bryan-Michael Coxco-founder, Illustrate New Ideas, LLC., partner, DSRPT Media
Henny Tha BiznessNow and Hen, LLC., CEO
STREETRUNNER- -
Wednesday Executive Happy Hour presented by the Dekalb Entertainment Commission
Enjoy an open bar and connect with industry influencers as the Conference winds down for the day, and everyone gets ready for an evening of shows,... -
Creative Agencies: The Art of Connecting Artists and Brands
Creative marketing agencies are behind some of the most exciting and influential partnerships between brands and hip-hop artists. Marketing...Featuring:
Tammy BrookFYI Brand Group, CEO
Alvin AkintimehinUnited Entertainment Group, Sr. Account Manager
Andy CohnThe FADER, President and Publisher
Khady Thiam GueyeTMI Worldwide LLC, CEO -
The Future of Creating & Collaborating
New apps, software and hardware are dramatically changing the way music is being created. Music makers are able to manipulate sounds in new and...Featuring:
Marc ByersMotown Records, GM
OP MillerSerato, Artist Relations Manager
Constantin KoehnckeNative Instruments, Director Marketing, Digital Services
Marcus CobbJammber, CEO -
Live Beat Making w/ Dreamlife Beats presented by Splice
The Cratez will spend 30mins making a new beat in front of a live audience, taking us through their creative process and providing pro tips.Featuring:
DreamlifeDreamlife Beats, CEO -
Global Publishing Administration with Songtrust
Songtrust, the world's largest publishing royalty collection company, will be discussing what music publishing is and why songwriters need it, as...Featuring:
CJ OlivieriSongtrust, Client Acquisition Manager
Britnee ForemanSongtrust & Downtown Music Publishing, Head of Data Strategy
Bre HarperSongtrust, Client Acquisition A&R -
Live Beat Making w/ Mannie Fresh presented by Splice
Influential producers will make new beats in front of a live audience, taking us through their creative process and providing pro tips.Featuring:
Mannie Fresh- -
Welcome to ATL Reception presented by ChooseATL
To kick off the 14th annual hip-hop music festival and conference, A3C and ChooseATL will host the official ‘Welcome to ATL Reception’ at The...Featuring:
Bria JanelleBria Janelle Enterprises, CEO
Rodney CarmichaelNPR, hip-hop journalist
Jermaine Dupri-
Wyclef Jean-
Royce BableA3C Festival & Conference, Director of Partnerships -
TuneCore Connect on Thursday
Connect with the TuneCore team, sign up for a free TuneCore account and get instant rewards, plus enjoy live DJ sets by Queen CoCo!Featuring:
Queen CoCoIAMQUEENCOCO.COM, DJ -
The Mayor's Brunch
The Mayor's Brunch will kick off the Women In Charge programming series at A3C Conference presented by Toyota. Rembert Browne, one of America's...Featuring:
Rembert Brownen/a, n/a
Keisha Lance BottomsCity of Atlanta, Mayor -
Brand Partnerships Don't Just Happen
Artists and brands are developing mutually beneficial partnerships, but these relationships don't just happen by chance. There is a lot of...Featuring:
Royce BableA3C Festival & Conference, Director of Partnerships
Trévon WilliamsVon Allen, Founder & CEO
Michael Howard2K Games, NBA 2K Lifestyle & Music, Marketing Manger
Berna RiveiraToyota Motor North America, Engagement Marketing Planner
Katrina JohnsonAtlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena, Manager - Corporate Partnerships -
[YouTube] Channel optimization, content strategy, best practice for artists
Featuring:
Sonali MehtaYouTube, Strategic Partner Manager, Artist Development
Ashraf El GamalYouTube, Strategic Partner Manager, Artist Development -
Producer x Artist Listening Session - Thur 1st
Producers and Artists sit across from each other at a conference table. Artist plays 1 min of music to give the produce an idea of their sound....Featuring:
Egomi-
Getyouamonte-
JPatz-
MALEX-
Cash FargoProducer
Matlock-
Mark ByrdProducer,CEO of GOD LVL Productions -
Claiming Our Ground: Create Music Group Founders Share their Silent Rise and Massive Growth
Create Music Group founders Jonathan Strauss and Wayne Hampton discuss how they are shaking up the traditional music business to get artists...Featuring:
Trent ClarkHipHopDX, Editor-in-Chief
Jonathan StraussCreate Music Group, Founder and CEO
Wayne HamptonCreate Music Group, Co-Founder/Chief Business Development Officer -
Issa Vibe: Creating Hip-Hop's Biggest Festivals & Events
Hip-Hop promoters and event curators play a role in artist development, brand partnerships, event production and marketing. They drive the culture...Featuring:
Jake BrodeLyrical Lemonade, Head of Design and Creative Direction
Gregory K Burton Jr.Milk and Cookies Festival, Founder
Yusuf MuhammadA3C Festival & Conference, Program Director
Brian HobbsSXSW, Music Festival Coordinator
Adonis ThraxFounder/Executive Director, Level Up Atlanta, Marketing Manager, A3C Festival & Conference
Wes JacksonBrooklyn Bodega/Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival, President/Executive Director -
Artist Feedback Session presented by Steereo - Thur 1st
1-on-1 session with an industry professional. Play your music and receive feedback on the spot.Featuring:
Jason ReddickASCAP, Associate Director for ASCAP Atlanta
Jamal JimohPremier Music Group, Head Of Urban Programming and Revenue
Timothy "timmhotep aku" CornwallPitchfork, Senior Editor
Quinn GoydishStreamCut, SVP of A&R -
Music Technology and the Future of Beat Production presented by Akai Pro
Featuring:
Bryan-Michael Coxco-founder, Illustrate New Ideas, LLC., partner, DSRPT Media
Dan GillAkai Pro, Product Manager
Torrie JonesAkai Professional, Brand Manager -
SHOOK Art Exhibition Curated by Kevin Sipp and John Jennings
This compelling exhibition curated by Kevin Sipp and John Jennings is a contextual re-framing of existing works by noted contemporary artists,... -
Women In Charge: Panel
Women leaders and trailblazers in the music industry discuss the challenges and achievements on their journey to create and build their individual...Featuring:
Dina MartoTwelve Music & Studios, Owner & Founder
Whitney-Gayle BentaSpotify, Head of Talent Relations
Nicole WyskoarkoInterscope Geffen A&M, EVP, Urban Operations
Phylicia FantWarner Bros. Records, SVP Media and Special Projects
Janee BoldenBOSSIP.com/BHM Digital, Managing Editor -
How To Partner w/ Social Influencers to Drive Music Discovery
Learn how to create mutually beneficial partnerships with social influencers to get your music heard by new audiences. The currency is attention...Featuring:
Calvin HillPower of Publish, LLC, Founder
Kerry KlassicIntecoo, Managing Partner -
Authentic Brand Activism
Activism sells and, increasingly, advertisers are trying to capitalize on it. But as we've seen, a poorly thought out campaign can do more harm...Featuring:
Nora Rahimian#CultureFix, Founder -
Hellhounds on My Tracks: Gothic Horror, Haunted Music, and African American History
The experience of African descendants in The America’s has been one rooted in horror and transcendence. The enslavement of the Africans who gave...Featuring:
Euneika Roger's SippDestination Design School, ExecutiveDirector
Shady RadicalGeorgia State University, PhD Student in Moving Image Studies
KEVIN SIPPSippcreative, CREATIVE CO-DIRECTOR -
Create Your Own Movement: The New Label
Some of the most creative marketing innovations and industry trends are developed by indie record labels. New technology is making it easier to...Featuring:
Madeline NelsonHeads Music, CEO
Pat AfekuVP Head A&R, Generation Now/Atlantic, CEO, Certified Management Group
Marcus HollingerReach Records, Vice President of Marketing
Zekiel NicholsonSinceThe80s, Co-Owner/President of A&R
Sammy Approved- -
Silence the Shame: Addiction
Featuring:
Shanti DasHHPF/Silence The Shame, Executive Director/Founder
Lex LugerLex Luger, N/A
Dr. Sultan Simms- -
Producer Feedback Session presented by Steereo - Thur
1-on-1 session with an industry professional. Play your best beats and receive feedback on the spot.Featuring:
Sal DaliSal Dali, Producer
Justin BolandPandora, Head of Hip Hop and R&B Programming
Byron WrightWarner/Chappell, Director, A&R
Marcus GriffinA3C Festival & Conference, A&R -
Meet & Greet w/ Women In Charge
An experience for Executive passes At the heart of the A3C Conference is the ability to connect with thought leaders and industry experts, like...Featuring:
Janee BoldenBOSSIP.com/BHM Digital, Managing Editor
Whitney-Gayle BentaSpotify, Head of Talent Relations
Dina MartoTwelve Music & Studios, Owner & Founder -
Producer x Artist Listening Session - Thur 2nd
Producers and Artists sit across from each other at a conference table. Artist plays 1 min of music to give the produce an idea of their sound....Featuring:
Papez-
Triple B-
Danny Boom-
A Class-
Ms Madli-
Matlock-
Nuk Beatz "Da Prime Example"-
Mason Taylor- -
Women on the Move - CARE Virtual Reality Experience
Through the use of technology, innovation and storytelling, humanitarian organization CARE connects people and communities thousands of miles...Featuring:
Tilia ParksCARE USA, Communication and Partnerships Manager -
The Keys to Making Money in the Music Business
Ever wonder what the formula is for making money in the music business? Join this conversation with Dawn Griffith, Director of Operations - Lyric...Featuring:
Dawn GriffithLyric Financial, Director, Operations
Sheoyki JonesInvest Atlanta, Program Manager, Creative Industries -
Breaking Down The Beat w/ OG Parker & Deko presented by Deepr
Producers will break down the making of several of their biggest hits. Learn how some of the biggest songs in hip-hop got created, and how they...Featuring:
OG ParkerOG PARKER, producer
DekoDEKO, producer -
Environmental Justice…#WeOutHere
An open discussion forum with music, art, spoken word and more highlighting environmental injustice in America. What can be done to bring...Featuring:
Deborah OrtizU.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Physical Scientist
Sheryl GoodU.S Environmental Protection Agency, Environmental Scientist
Garry HarrisCenter for Sustainable Communities, Managing Director
Darryl HaddockWest Atlanta Watershed Alliance, Proctor Creek Ambassador
Patrick PhillipsEducational Empowerment Group, CEO -
The Money's In The InBox: Email Workshop
As artists and musicians, you probably want to focus on your music. But if you want your music to be heard and make money, then you need to know...Featuring:
Satori AnandaSocialWerk, Co Founder/ Social Media Coach
Dj RootsQueenZaytoven Beatz, Music Director -
Mask Off: A Look at Substance Abuse and Mental Health in Hip-Hop
Music Industry Veteran and Founder Silence the Shame/HHPF, takes a critical look at substance abuse and self-medicating in the entertainment...Featuring:
CeeLo GreenEight Entertainment, Grammy Winner / Recording Artist
Dr. Sultan Simms-
Kawan “KP” Pratheri am OTHER, Head Of Music
Shanti DasHHPF/Silence The Shame, Executive Director/Founder
Dr. Ayanna AbramsAscension Behavioral Health, Psychologist/CEO/Founder
Caleb BrownTreMedia, Artist -
Breaking Down The Beat w/ Mike & Keys presented by Landr
Producers will break down the making of several of their biggest hits. Learn how some of the biggest songs in hip-hop got created, and how they...Featuring:
Mike & KeysProducer -
Women In Charge: Mentorship Session
Mentorship Sessions enable attendees to spend up to 8 minutes 1-on-1 with industry professionals. Apply on-site.Featuring:
Nicole BilzerianInterscope Geffen A&M, SVP, Head of Urban Marketing
Nicole WyskoarkoInterscope Geffen A&M, EVP, Urban Operations
Uwonda Carter ScottThe Carter Law Firm, PC, Attorney/Owner
Malita the MogulMogul Mentality, LLC, Founder/CEO -
Accelerator Finalists: Past & Present
Stop in for an informal chat with our Accelerator finalists, past and present. Connect with other passionate nonprofit founders and hear about...Featuring:
Ty WoodsArtportunity Knocks, Executive Director
Marcus BlackwellMake Music Count, CEO
Jimmie ThomasMedia Rhythm Institute, Principal
DevRockMedia Rhythm Institute, Director of Programming
Malika WhitleyChopArt, CEO & Founder
Messiah RamkissoonBreaking The Chains/Green Light Music Group, Founder -
A Conversation w/ J. Prince the CEO of Rap-A-Lot Records
An intimate 1-on-1 conversation with J. Prince, a legend who has championed hip-hop music and culture for over 30 years. He has been involved in...Featuring:
Maurice GarlandDay 1 Radio, Co-host
Branden LSK (Day 1 Radio)Day 1 Radio, Host
J. PrinceRap-A-Lot Records, CEO -
Collaboration x Community x Culture
Attendees will learn from 5 locally based nonprofits, gain insight, and receive activities to take home, share, and practice. Link up with fellow...Featuring:
Dane and Chari CastonWorld Peace Connection, Co-founder
Summer JoEveryone Eats Foundation Inc., Founding Director
Jameka BakerFree Foundation Inc, Founder/Executive Director
Konata J. NicholsonHip Hop Gives Back Foundation, Executive Director
Zyer BeatyGirls Going Global, School counselor
Bianca DanielleCrying Voice Project, Founder -
Rap Snacks Foundation Presents BOSS UP: It’s Deeper Than Rap Snacks - Entrepreneurship
The Rap Snacks Foundation Presents BOSS UP: It’s Deeper Than Rap Snacks - An entrepreneurship panel discussion and documentary film...Featuring:
Kela TaylorMarke' Enterprises, Managing Member
Careshia MooreUsher's New Look, Interim President & CEO
Master P-
Omar FinleyThe Listening Tree, Owner/CEO
Anthony FlynnAmazing CEO & 100 Black Men Of Atlanta, Inc., Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Jeff LopezGloob Marketing, Founder & CEO
Chubbie BabyHITCO Music, Senior VP of A&R
James LindsayRap Snacks, Inc., President/ CEO -
Book Signing + Meet & Greet w/ J.Prince
An experience for Executive passes Attendees will be able to purchase books on-site At the heart of the A3C Conference is the ability to... -
Online Tools to Unlock Your Career
Finishing and promoting music is hard work. Get the strategies you need to ease the pain of creating, completing and advancing your music on your...Featuring:
Rock TrembathLANDR, Global Marketing Director -
Freddie Foxxx Is Still Here: From Label to Independent Success
Join this conversation with legendary Hip Hop artist and music producer, Freddie Foxxx aka Bumpy Knuckles moderated by Entertainment & Pop...Featuring:
Freddie Foxxx a/k/a Bumpy KnucklesKrupt Mob Entertainment Group, President
Christal D. JordanEnchanted Branding & Public Relations, Entertainment & Pop Culture Analyst -
Live Beat Making w/ Bryan-Michael Cox presented by Splice
Influential producers will make new beats in front of a live audience, taking us through their creative process and providing pro tips.Featuring:
Bryan-Michael Coxco-founder, Illustrate New Ideas, LLC., partner, DSRPT Media -
Building a Brand for Producers
Producers are artists. If you want to have a sustainable career in the music business, you have to create and cultivate a brand. Learn from...Featuring:
Abe BatshonBeatStars, CEO
Anno DominiAnno Domini Nation, CEO
Rico BrooksAdella Thomas Management, CEO
Steven "Stevo" DingleThe Gloriam Group, CEO -
[YouTube] Official Artist Channels & Artist Tools (Creator Studio, Ticketing, Press Kit)
Featuring:
Janet ZhouYouTube, Product Leader
Boris Petrov- -
Managers & A&Rs: Mentorship Session
Mentorship Sessions enable attendees to spend up to 8 minutes 1-on-1 with industry professionals. Apply on-site.Featuring:
Summer WalkerLVRN RECORDS LLC, Artist Management • Creative Director • Studio Manager/Designer
Quinn GoydishStreamCut, SVP of A&R
Pat AfekuVP Head A&R, Generation Now/Atlantic, CEO, Certified Management Group
Jamil HunterSpinrilla, SVP Artist Relations -
Live Beat Making w/ Black Metaphor presented by Splice
Influential producers will make new beats in front of a live audience, taking us through their creative process and providing pro tips.Featuring:
Black MetaphorBlack Cloud Music Group, CEO -
Girl Connected hosted by Lola Plaku
A mentorship program that will pair aspiring female professionals with some of Plaku’s successful industry colleagues to help them learn the ins...Featuring:
Lola PlakuLola Media Group, CEO/ OWNER -
Producer x Artist Listening Session - Thur 3rd
Producers and Artists sit across from each other at a conference table. Artist plays 1 min of music to give the produce an idea of their sound....Featuring:
ThaKracken-
Jared 'ReezyTunez' Thorne-
Gus Glasser-
Jay-EL & Mac Universe-
DJ Salt-
Getyouamonte-
DJ Pain 1DJ Pain 1, Owner
QbdaProblem- -
Goodie Mob is Still Standing 20 Years and Counting
An intimate conversation with Goodie Mob, one of Atlanta’s most iconic hip-hop groups. They created timeless hip-hop anthems that are as...Featuring:
Goodie MobGoodie Mob, Artist
Brandon 'Jinx' JenkinsRevolt TV, Co - Host of "State of the Culture" -
#MightyHealthy: Spiritual, Psychological and Physical Fitness
Deep dive into holistic health for the conscious artist and join experts for an immersive workshop experience discussing all aspects of fitness....Featuring:
Chef ZuKings Apron, Owner
D.R.E.S. tha BEATnikD.R.E.S. THA BEATNIK, LLC, CEO
GREYPlant Based Drippin, CEO
Marsha ShackelfordRawr Yoga, Yoga Teacher/Reiki Healer
Dr. Khaalisha Ajala, MD, MBAHeartbeats & HipHop, Inc., Internal medicine physician/ Founder
Dr. Supreme UnderstandingThe Solutionary Institute, Founder
Dr. Taj Anwar BaollRealistically Wholistic, LLC., Owner -
Join the Conversation, Join the Journey - Atlanta’s Civil Rights and Social Justice Journey
With whom do you struggle for justice? What would our communities look like if we did not have to struggle for justice? In this session dive deep...Featuring:
Chris AppletonWonderRoot, Co-founder and Executive Director
Bethaney WilkinsonPlywood People, Event Leader
Frank Brown, Esq.Communities In Schools of Atlanta, Chief Executive Officer
Carlton MackeyEmory University Center for Ethics, Director, Ethics & the Arts Program -
Meet & Greet w/ Goodie Mob
An experience for Executive passes At the heart of the A3C Conference is the ability to connect with thought leaders and industry experts, like...Featuring:
Goodie MobGoodie Mob, Artist -
Digital Marketing: Limited Investment w/ Major Impact
Marketing is about numbers, data and ROI. Social media and the internet has made some marketing campaigns extremely cost effective and viral....Featuring:
Mike BoydVaynerMedia, Head of Music Partnerships and Artist Relations for Gary Vaynerchuk
Amir AbbassyBlame The Label (Founder), Head of Content (EMPIRE)
Chris AtlasWarner Bros.Records, SVP Marketing/Head of Urban Marketing
Aldin JacksonRostrum Records, Director of Marketing & Culture
Nicole BilzerianInterscope Geffen A&M, SVP, Head of Urban Marketing -
Artist Feedback Session presented by Steereo - Thur 2nd
1-on-1 session with an industry professional. Play your music and receive feedback on the spot.Featuring:
Jamaar “Woah” MartinAdella Thomas Management (ATM), Management
Rachel JacksonThe R. Jackson Agency, Entertainment Strategist
Amond “AJ” JacksonSalem Psalms LLC, Owner/Founder
SOLOStreetz 94.5, FM, Program Director/Promotions Director -
Thursday Executive Happy Hour presented by Recording Academy
Enjoy an open bar and connect with industry influencers as the Conference winds down for the day, and everyone gets ready for an evening of shows,... -
Breaking Down the Beat w/ Lil Ronnie presented by Deepr
Producers will break down the making of several of their biggest hits. Learn how some of the biggest songs in hip-hop got created, and how they...Featuring:
Ronnie JacksonLittle R Productions, LLC, CEO -
Meet the Founder: Fusicology's Asya Shein
Fusicology is a hub for Progressive Culture and Lifestyle events; Aggregating local, national event listings, relevant news and music. In 2018,...Featuring:
Asya SheinFusicology, President -
Entrepreneurism as a Community Builder with Killer Mike
Listen in to Killer Mike + other successful entrepreneurs and community leaders as they discuss the unique opportunities facing them to build...Featuring:
Theia SmithAtlanta's Women's Entrepreneurship Initiative, Founding Executive Director
Rohit MalhotraCenter for Civic Innovation, Executive Director
Carl BrownFUBU, The Collection, Founder/Vice President of Brand Management, Business Development & Licensing
J. Alexander Martinwww.fubu.com, Founder/Executive Vice President
Killer Mike- -
A Conversation w/ Rob Stone the Founder of Cornerstone + Co-Founder of The FADER
A3C will host an intimate conversation with Rob Stone to discuss his more than 20 years helping to give a voice to artists in hip-hop and beyond....Featuring:
Chris AtlasWarner Bros.Records, SVP Marketing/Head of Urban Marketing
Rob StoneCornerstone and The FADER, Founder & Co-CEO of Cornerstone and Co-Founder of The FADER -
Screening: "The Overdriven" Documentary featuring Zaytoven, DJ Spinz & Sonny Digital
The Overdriven is an indie documentary that examines the backstory behind the relentless pursuit of passion and purpose from three of hip-hop’s...Featuring:
DJ SpinzTune Freaks, Creator
Sonny DigitalSonny Digital Music Group, CEO
ZaytovenZaytown USA, CEO -
An Evening w/ Ethiopia Habtemariam the President of Motown Records
An Evening with Ethiopia Habtemariam will acknowledge the work and impact Ethiopia has made in music. After an intimate conversation we will open...Featuring:
Ethiopia HabtemariamMotown Records, President
Janee BoldenBOSSIP.com/BHM Digital, Managing Editor -
TuneCore Connect on Friday
Connect with the TuneCore team, sign up for a free TuneCore account and get instant rewards, plus enjoy live DJ sets by Queen CoCo!Featuring:
Queen CoCoIAMQUEENCOCO.COM, DJ -
Master your Music with LANDR
Instant mastering for a maximum of 15 tracks. Masters will be sent automatically via email once completed on-site.Featuring:
Daniel Jobbins-
Franck Nasso- -
Native Instruments Artist Guidance
Native Instrument Product Specialists & guest producers will be available to give you guidance in exclusive 1 on 1 sessions for producers and...Featuring:
Mark ByrdProducer,CEO of GOD LVL Productions -
Friday Executive Brunch
Start the day off with some coffee and brunch, while you connect with industry influencers as the Conference ramps up. Limited Access: Only... -
Build a Website with Landing Lion
As an attendee of the Creator Complex you will receive special access to the Landing Lion studio, where you can create a website that will help... -
Loud Speaker Network presents Talkitecture Podcast w/ A-King and Dallas Penn
Dallas Penn, A-King and crew head down to the A3C Festival to have a masterful conversation with some of the festival most sought after talents....Featuring:
Fuzzy WestCapitol Music Group / Motown, VP of Artist Relations and Strategy
Dallas PennLoud Speakers Network/Talkitecture Podcast, Podcaster
A-KingLoud Speakers Network, Producer/Content Creation -
Getting On: Shows, Festivals & Tours
In order to get to the next level, artists need to get booked on the right shows, festivals & tours. Learn about the booking process from todays...Featuring:
Jake MilanLyrical Lemonade, Brand Relations and Artist Development
Erik AbelAdler Music Group, Lead Agent
Micxsic-
Clarissa ReforminaParadigm Talent Agency, Agent
Brent TacticRogue Agency, Senior Agent / New York Office Manager
Juels PierrotMoxie 1973 / Brookyln Hip-Hop Festival, Founder of Moxie 1973 / Director Of Programming at Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival -
Record Labels: Mentorship Session
Mentorship Sessions enable attendees to spend up to 8 minutes 1-on-1 with industry professionals. Apply on-site.Featuring:
Ray DanielsRaydar, Ceo
Aldin JacksonRostrum Records, Director of Marketing & Culture
Lasanna "ACE" HarrisReach Records, Director of A&R -
Audit your Social Media Profiles w/ SocialWerk
SocialWerk representatives will do candid 1 on 1 Social Media Audits with Creator Complex Attendees to identify strengths and areas of opportunity...Featuring:
Da Dreak-
Satori AnandaSocialWerk, Co Founder/ Social Media Coach -
Write your Bio with Wish Creative Media
Press professionals will review, consult and edit press releases and artist bios. Artists will leave the sessions with a professionally written...Featuring:
Kimberly Wilson- -
Music Contract Masterclass: Management Agreements
Featuring:
Beth B. MooreThe Beth B. Moore Law Firm, Entertainment Attorney -
Scratch My Record w/ Scratch DJ Academy
World class turntablists and DJs will add some additional flare to your original track to stand out.Featuring:
Presyce101- -
Music Contract Masterclass: Producer Agreements
Featuring:
Bernie Lawrence-WatkinsB. Lawrence Watkins & Associates, PC, Principal Attorney -
Meet & Greet w/ Steve Stoute
An experience for Executive passes At the heart of the A3C Conference is the ability to connect with thought leaders and industry experts, like... -
Native Instruments Sound Sessions
Sounds.com Remix Session – Creators will sign into Sounds.com and be given a sound pack to work from and 90 minutes to make the best track you...Featuring:
izze- -
Photography Sessions w/ Motion Family
Resident photographers will be shooting headshots and full body profiles. Artists will be provided between 3-5 unmarked head shots and/or full... -
Optimize Your Page w/ YouTube
Join the YouTube team in the Artist Lounge where you'll be able to meet us 1:1, optimize your channels with an audience development specialist,...Featuring:
Sofe Ring-
Ted KartzmanYouTube Music, Independent Music Partnerships
Alexandra Muhler-
Kyle Gordon-
Gerald Jean-Baptiste-
David Chun-
John McCallen-
Ashraf El GamalYouTube, Strategic Partner Manager, Artist Development
Lex LugerLex Luger, N/A
Naomi ZeichnerYouTube, Artist Content & Services
Janet ZhouYouTube, Product Leader
Jake Robinson-
Emily BurtYouTube, Head of Creator & Artist Development, North America
Boris Petrov- -
Make Beats at The Akai Pro Beat Lab
Make fire beats at the MPC Live and MPC X demo stations. MPC specialists will be on hand to answer any questions and provide pro-tips. -
MPC Live Workshop presented by Akai Pro
Akai Professional made huge waves worldwide this year with the announcement of the MPC Live. A portable powerhouse, the battery-operated MPC Live...Featuring:
Booker EdwardsNoiZreduction.com, owner -
Producer x Artist Listening Session - Fri 1st
Producers and Artists sit across from each other at a conference table. Artist plays 1 min of music to give the produce an idea of their sound....Featuring:
Jared 'ReezyTunez' Thorne-
Gus Glasser-
Double AA-
MALEX-
Cash FargoProducer
Mook Beatz-
Matlock-
RatchetGxds- -
Loud Speaker Networks presents A Waste Of Time w/ ItsTheReal
Comedian brothers and podcasters Eric and Jeff Rosenthal, better known as ItsTheReal are taking their talents to the A3C Festival. You may know...Featuring:
ItsTheRealLoud Speakers Network, Podcasters -
A Conversation w/ Steve Stoute the Founder & CEO of United Masters and Translation
An intimate 1-on-1 conversation with Steve Stoute. Stoute is the founder and CEO of the Translation, a marketing agency, the former president of...Featuring:
Bob MoczydlowskyTechstars Music, Managing Director
Steve StouteUnited Masters + Translation, Founder and CEO -
Music Contract Masterclass: Music Publishing Deals
Featuring:
Amy Oraefo, Esq.Amy Oraefo, P.C., Owner and Managing Attorney -
Artist Feedback Session presented by Steereo - Fri 1st
1-on-1 session with an industry professional. Play your music and receive feedback on the spot.Featuring:
Ray DanielsRaydar, Ceo
Michael Howard2K Games, NBA 2K Lifestyle & Music, Marketing Manger
Pat AfekuVP Head A&R, Generation Now/Atlantic, CEO, Certified Management Group
Gregg SmithSESAC, Regional Director Of Creative Services -
Podcasting: Breaking the Traditional Boundaries of Media
Featuring:
Tai Saint-LouisThe Remedy, Founder
A-KingLoud Speakers Network, Producer/Content Creation
Nico PerezMixcloud, Cofounder
Jeff SledgeAtlantic Records, VP Of A&R
Premium PeteThe Premium Pete Show, Podcaster/Producer/Brand Consultant -
The Impact of Gun Violence on Black Youth in America
Every day, 96 Americans are killed with guns and hundreds more are shot and injured. The effects of gun violence extend far beyond these...Featuring:
Michael-Sean SpenceEverytown For Gun Safety, Deputy Director, Criminal Justice Policy & Enforcement -
Music Contract Masterclass: Synch Licenses
Featuring:
Lee Morin, Esq.MORIN Entertainment Law, Principal and Founder -
The Akai Experience
Join Team Akai as they demo their newest products in this interactive workshop. Ask questions and try out Akai’s hottest new production tools in...Featuring:
Booker EdwardsNoiZreduction.com, owner -
Music Contract Masterclass: Live Performance
Featuring:
Lerae FunderburgFunderburg Law, Managing Partner -
House of Hits: A Producer’s Tour with Drumma Boy
Join this tour with 2x Grammy Award-winning, hit-making producer and Recording Artist, Drumma Boy. Explore his rise to success, creative process...Featuring:
Drumma BoyDrum Squad, CEO
Reginald StewartBMI, Associate Director, Creative -
The Power of Art and Sports to Drive Social Change
The Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee exists, in part, to create a lasting legacy for the city of Atlanta. This defined mission, entitled Legacy...Featuring:
Lee HendricksonAtlanta Super Bowl Host Committee, Vice President of Community Engagement and Volunteer Programs
Chris AppletonWonderRoot, Co-founder and Executive Director
Shanequa GayShanequa Gay, Artist
Dr. Beverly Guy-SheftallSpelman College, Anna Julia Cooper Professor of Women’s Studies and Director of the Women’s Research and Resource Center
Dr. Fahamu PecouFahamu Pecou Art, Artist
Dr. Joycelyn WilsonGeorgia Institute of Technology, Assistant Professor of Black Media Studies and Educational Anthropologist School of Literature, Media, and Communication Ivan Allen College -
Entertainment Lawyer Meetup
Featuring:
Lee Morin, Esq.MORIN Entertainment Law, Principal and Founder
Lerae FunderburgFunderburg Law, Managing Partner
Amy Oraefo, Esq.Amy Oraefo, P.C., Owner and Managing Attorney
Bernie Lawrence-WatkinsB. Lawrence Watkins & Associates, PC, Principal Attorney -
Entertainment Lawyers: Mentorship Session
Mentorship Sessions enable attendees to spend up to 8 minutes 1-on-1 with industry professionals. Apply on-site. Artists are welcome to consult...Featuring:
Amy Oraefo, Esq.Amy Oraefo, P.C., Owner and Managing Attorney
Eddie SandersTroglia Kaplan, LLC, Attorney
Lerae FunderburgFunderburg Law, Managing Partner
Bernie Lawrence-WatkinsB. Lawrence Watkins & Associates, PC, Principal Attorney -
"Comin’ Out Hard” Screening and Conversation with 8Ball and MJG
Premiering for the first time, Comin Out Hard, the 8Ball & MJG bio-pic; tells the story of their historic journey of becoming one of the most...Featuring:
Tamika NewhouseDelphine Legacy Media, Screenwriter/Producer
Kimberly JonesKim Jones Films/ Superwoman Squad, Director/Producer
MJGProducer/Artist
8BallArtist -
Audit your Social Media Profiles w/ SocialWerk
SocialWerk representatives will do candid 1 on 1 Social Media Audits with Creator Complex Attendees to identify strengths and areas of opportunity...Featuring:
Satori AnandaSocialWerk, Co Founder/ Social Media Coach
Da Dreak- -
Master your Music with LANDR
Instant mastering for a maximum of 15 tracks. Masters will be sent automatically via email once completed on-site. -
Signing to a Label in 2018?
This workshop will focus on what it means to sign to a label in 2018? What does it mean to be a label today? When is the right time to look for a...Featuring:
Damien RitterMusic Entrepreneur Club, Founder -
A Conversation with Lyrical Lemonade Founder Cole Bennett
Meet the guy behind some of hip-hop’s biggest up-and-coming rappers like Smokepurpp, Famous Dex, Juice WRLD, and Lil Pump. In just a few...Featuring:
Shane GillOpposition, Director, Music Development & Artist Relations
Cole BennettLyrical Lemonade, Creator/Founder -
Build a Website with Landing Lion
As an attendee of the Creator Complex you will receive special access to the Landing Lion studio, where you can create a website that will help... -
Write your Bio with Wish Creative Media
Press professionals will review, consult and edit press releases and artist bios. Artists will leave the sessions with a professionally written... -
Producer x Artist Listening Session - Fri 2nd
Producers and Artists sit across from each other at a conference table. Artist plays 1 min of music to give the produce an idea of their sound....Featuring:
TEAUXNY-
Startin5-
J-Live-
Will A Fool-
Matlock-
ThaKracken-
Myke Stallone-
RatchetGxds- -
Women's Role in Music + Activism
This session, accompanied by a live curated playlist, examines the trajectory of women in hip-hop by acknowledging their historical contributions...Featuring:
gemyniiThe Conjure, Creator
Ife Jie#RealBlackGirls LLC, CEO
YoNasDa LonewolfHip Hop 4 Foundation, Founder
Pinqy RingPinqy Ring, Artist, Speaker, CEO, Activist
Kyesha JenningsNorth Carolina State University, English Lecturer
Lakeyta Bonnette-BaileyGeorgia State University, Associate Professor -
Mic Check: How to Succeed in the Music Business
Join this conversation with Solo, Program Director / Promotions Director - Streetz 94.5 FM moderated by Mitch Martin, Senior Director, Creative -...Featuring:
Mitch MartinBMI, Senior Director of Creative
SOLOStreetz 94.5, FM, Program Director/Promotions Director -
Scratch My Record w/ Scratch DJ Academy
World class turntablists and DJs will add some additional flare to your original track to stand out. -
Breaking Down the Beat w/ Fuse presented by Deepr
Producers will break down the making of several of their biggest hits. Learn how some of the biggest songs in hip-hop got created, and how they...Featuring:
Fuse808 mafia, VP -
Creating Community Conscious Digital Leadership presented by Georgia State University
The teaching for Social Justice and Democracy series focuses on instructional strategies and unique teaching methods centered on emerging social...Featuring:
Joel MackGeorgia State University, Student/ Sophomore -
The Authenticity of Black Lightning
Black Lightning, the new hit superhero show from The CW (and streaming on Netflix), is not shy of portraying the real life black experience. Join...Featuring:
Christine AdamsThe CW/Warner Bros. Television, Actor
Marvin "Krondon" JonesThe CW/Warner Bros. Television, Actor -
Breaking Down the Beat w/ Needlz presented by Deepr
Producers will break down the making of several of their biggest hits. Learn how some of the biggest songs in hip-hop got created, and how they...Featuring:
NeedlzDry Rain Entertainment, Owner -
How Musicians and Artists Are Using Blockchain
DJ J-Scrilla (rarescrilla.com) presents different ways artists and musicians are using blockchain technology currently and where it’s going over...Featuring:
DJ J-ScrillaRare Scrilla, LLC, President -
SoundCloud Masterclass
Come find out everything you have wanted to know about SoundCloud, including best practices, promotional opportunities, and how artists, managers,...Featuring:
Albert CookeSoundCloud, Artist Relations Manager -
Native Instruments Artist Guidance
Native Instrument Product Specialists & guest producers will be available to give you guidance in exclusive 1 on 1 sessions for producers and...Featuring:
Major Seven- -
Producer Feedback Session presented by Steereo - Fri
1-on-1 session with an industry professional. Play your best beats and receive feedback on the spot.Featuring:
Jamal JimohPremier Music Group, Head Of Urban Programming and Revenue
Gregg SmithSESAC, Regional Director Of Creative Services
Diana SchweinbeckSchweinbeck LLC, Owner
Lasanna "ACE" HarrisReach Records, Director of A&R -
The eMusic Blockchain Project
The eMusic Blockchain Project is the next advancement for a company that has innovated digital music since 1998. Our mission is to rebuild the...Featuring:
Matt RobinsoneMusic, AVP Product -
The Liberation of Sampling
Sampling has been the cornerstone of hip-hop from the very beginning. Most of the biggest hits in the history of the genre have featured an...Featuring:
Deborah Mannis-GardnerDMG Clearances Inc., Owner/President
Tom SilvermanTommy Boy, Founder and CEO
Pär AlmqvistTracklib, Co-Founder & CEO
ZaytovenZaytown USA, CEO
Drumma BoyDrum Squad, CEO -
Photography Sessions w/ Motion Family
Resident photographers will be shooting headshots and full body profiles. Artists will be provided between 3-5 unmarked head shots and/or full... -
Managing Hip-Hop's Biggest Artists
Several of hip-hop's biggest managers discuss what it takes to develop, build and oversee stars like Lil Wayne, P. Diddy, Nicki Minaj, T.I.,...Featuring:
Leighton MorrisonGeneration Now, Co-Founder
Abou “Bu” ThiamBu Vision Entertainment, C.E.O.
James CruzCruz Control Marketing, President -
Using Innovation to Hack The School-To-Prison Pipeline
Learn how five fast-rising startup founders are using innovative techniques to target young men and women, educators, and ex-offenders to disrupt...Featuring:
Monique NunnallyTeach X, Founder
Cierra FLY BoboFLY Life Inc, Founder & Executive Director
Mario SuffrenGoodie Nation, Director (Founders), Goodie Nation #HackTheViolence
Ashley NRGY AbramsUPLIFT WITH KINDNESS CAMPAIGN, Founding Ambassador
Baiyina JihadBeyond the Classroom, Founder -
Influencing the Revolution: How Millennials Can Leverage Political Engagement for Change
Come to this workshop to learn how to integrate civic engagement into a millennial lifestyle. Activism comes in many shapes and forms. Join us as...Featuring:
El-Mahdi HollyCommittee to Elect El-Mahdi Holly, Democratic Candidate
Portia KingMaven Muse, Host/Executive Producer
MaryPatricia HectorNational Action Network, National Youth Director
Charles BourgeoisVoice Your Vote, Co-Founder & Marketing Consultant -
Making Money by Making Money: Cryptocurrency and the Future of Fan Engagement
For the first time in history, creators can issue their own unique digital currency. This opens up an entirely new way to monetize while...Featuring:
Bradley MilesFancoin, CEO -
Native Instruments Sound Sessions
Sounds.com Remix Session – Creators will sign into Sounds.com and be given a sound pack to work from and 90 minutes to make the best track you...Featuring:
Bink!- -
Breaking Music with Data
The music industry has always prided itself on its ability to predict the future. As industries across the board begin to use data to form...Featuring:
Conor ClarkeWavo, Founder and CEO -
Live Beat Making w/ Smitti Boi presented by Splice
Influential producers will make new beats in front of a live audience, taking us through their creative process and providing pro tips.Featuring:
Smitti Boi- -
Blockchain: The Technology That's Changing the Music Industry
Blockchain is more than a buzzword. It's the fundamental technology behind some of the most exciting startups and innovations in music, and...Featuring:
Bradley MilesFancoin, CEO
DJ J-ScrillaRare Scrilla, LLC, President
Matt RobinsoneMusic, AVP Product -
Instagram Masterclass and Music Partnerships
Fadia Kader, who is apart of Instagram Music Partnerships, will host a masterclass to discuss the latest and best practices around IGTV, stories...Featuring:
Fadia KaderInstagram, Strategic Partnerships Manager -
Promoters & Booking Agents: Mentorship Session
Mentorship Sessions enable attendees to spend up to 8 minutes 1-on-1 with industry professionals. Apply on-site.Featuring:
Paige AddisonPSA Mgmt & Consulting LLC, Host, Manager, Curator
Trévon WilliamsVon Allen, Founder & CEO
Jason OrrFunkJazz Kafé Arts & Music Festival, CEO /Producer
Rufin TshinangaImperio Mgmt Group, Talent Management & Event Producer -
Audit your Social Media Profiles w/ SocialWerk
SocialWerk representatives will do candid 1 on 1 Social Media Audits with Creator Complex Attendees to identify strengths and areas of opportunity...Featuring:
Da Dreak-
Satori AnandaSocialWerk, Co Founder/ Social Media Coach -
Write your Bio with Wish Creative Media
Press professionals will review, consult and edit press releases and artist bios. Artists will leave the sessions with a professionally written... -
AxS GRNTD Presents: Leveraging Interactive Tech In The New Music Industry
This workshop is an opportunity to empower music creatives to engage around Augmented Reality and how to leverage these tools to rise above the...Featuring:
ADDAMAXS GRNTD, Co-Founder
Petie ParkerARK Interactive (on behalf of AxS GRNTD), AR.tist(Augmented Reality Artist)
Ricardo J SpicerAxS GRNTD, Lead Strategist / Founder -
Artists, Activists & Academics with Talib Kweli & Trae the Truth
Identity, Art and a Freedom Agenda Hip Hop positions the intersection of identity and art as an example of representation and resistance. How is...Featuring:
Bruce Franks JrMissouri House of Representatives, State Representative
David Wall RiceMorehouse College, Director, Institute for Social Justice Inquiry and Praxis [Andrew Young Center for Global Leadership]
Talib Kweli-
Trae Tha Truth- -
Meet & Greet w/ Streaming Execs
An experience for Executive passes At the heart of the A3C Conference is the ability to connect with thought leaders and industry experts, like...Featuring:
Erika MontesSoundCloud, Artist Relations
David PonteAudiomack, Co-Founder & CMO
Jamil HunterSpinrilla, SVP Artist Relations -
Producer x Artist Listening Session - Fri 3rd
Producers and Artists sit across from each other at a conference table. Artist plays 1 min of music to give the produce an idea of their sound....Featuring:
Kenny Buttons-
Jay-EL & Mac Universe-
Versatile Traxx-
Reazy Renegade-
Nick "FURY" Loftin aka PLAIN JOHN-
Pacoe Smith-
QbdaProblem-
Myke Stallone- -
Master your Music with LANDR
Instant mastering for a maximum of 15 tracks. Masters will be sent automatically via email once completed on-site. -
Scratch My Record w/ Scratch DJ Academy
World class turntablists and DJs will add some additional flare to your original track to stand out. -
Build a Website with Landing Lion
As an attendee of the Creator Complex you will receive special access to the Landing Lion studio, where you can create a website that will help... -
The Final Frontier: Artist Discovery & Music Streaming
Streaming services have become the #1 source for music consumption and new artist discovery, and hip-hop is the most listened to genre in music....Featuring:
Karen Marie MasonHealing ATL, CEO Founder
Erika MontesSoundCloud, Artist Relations
Tuma BasaYouTube, Director of Urban Music
Bryan CalhounPandora & Music Business Toolbox, Director
David PonteAudiomack, Co-Founder & CMO
Jamil HunterSpinrilla, SVP Artist Relations -
Native Instruments Artist Guidance
Native Instrument Product Specialists & guest producers will be available to give you guidance in exclusive 1 on 1 sessions for producers and...Featuring:
Black MetaphorBlack Cloud Music Group, CEO -
Alexa/Siri/Google – How do I market?
With smart speakers projected to reach 100 Million installs in the US by the end of 2018, people are going to be asking more from their voice...Featuring:
Lars MurrayNodisc/Popcult, Principal/Strategy and Marketing Partner -
Everyone Eats Foundation Pop-Up
Mix and mingle with fellow conscious creatives before you head into the Action Accelerator pitch. Enjoy light bites by Summereatz and sounds by DJ...Featuring:
Summer JoEveryone Eats Foundation Inc., Founding Director
Roodgery RosembergEveryone Eats Foundation, Creative Director -
Official A3C Mixer presented by Millennials Of Atlanta
Featuring:
Remington RoléMillennials Of Atlanta, Development Director
Briana HolmesMillennials of Atlanta, Founder & CEO -
Hip-Hop's Most Wanted A&Rs
A&Rs have helped find, develop and guide some of hip-hop's biggest artists, and A&Rs continue to play a major role in discovering new artists....Featuring:
Amina DiopThe Diop Agency/ Republic Records, CEO/ SVP of A&R
Orlando McGheeRoc Nation, SVP of A&R
Caroline Simionescu-MarinXL Recordings, A&R Manager
Gray RizzyShade 45 Sirius XM, On Air Talent
Askia FountainMass Appeal Records, VP of A&R -
Artist Feedback Session presented by Steereo - Fri 2nd
1-on-1 session with an industry professional. Play your music and receive feedback on the spot.Featuring:
Gil JonesRadio One Atlanta, Promotion Director HOT 107.9 & CLASSIX 102.9
Sammye-Ruth ScottAtlantic Records, Director of A&R Urban
Beef JonesTrademark Pending*, Head of Development
Clay WestBook Me Lifestyle Management Group, Founder & Creative Director -
Action Accelerator Pitch Night
The Action Accelerator Pitch Night is a national competition to find, support, and invest in new, innovative ideas that use art, music and hip-hop...Featuring:
Ragnhild Ragz BrulandFlex Program, FlexIN - FlexOUT
Byron Young, MDDoingItWell.org, Founder
Quyionah WingfieldCool Moms Dance Too, Co-founder and CEO
Sage SalvoWords Liive, Founder and President
Selah GuruSupreme MCs Rule Hip Hop Expression Program, Owner/Founder/Hip-Hop Expressionist -
Friday Executive Happy Hour
Enjoy an open bar and connect with industry influencers as the Conference winds down for the day, and everyone gets ready for an evening of shows,... -
How Can You Benefit from Georgia’s Music Investment Act?
Featuring:
Shachar OrenGeorgia Music Partners, President
Phillana WilliamsCity of Atlanta, Director, Marketing & Strategy
Asante BradfordGeorgia Department of Economic Development, Digital Entertainment
Tammy HurtGeorgia Music Partners, Co-Founder -
Native Instruments Sound Sessions
Sounds.com Remix Session – Creators will sign into Sounds.com and be given a sound pack to work from and 90 minutes to make the best track you...Featuring:
RatchetGxds- -
Photography Sessions w/ Motion Family
Resident photographers will be shooting headshots and full body profiles. Artists will be provided between 3-5 unmarked head shots and/or full... -
Meet & Greet w/ RZA
An experience for WuTangATL + Executive passes At the heart of the A3C Conference is the ability to connect with thought leaders and industry... -
A Conversation w/ RZA #WuTangATL
An intimate 1-on-1 conversation with RZA, the leader of the Wu-Tang Clan and one of the most prolific producers in hip-hop history. He has...Featuring:
Rodney CarmichaelNPR, hip-hop journalist
RZAWu-Tang Clan, Producer -
Write your Bio with Wish Creative Media
Press professionals will review, consult and edit press releases and artist bios. Artists will leave the sessions with a professionally written... -
Master your Music with LANDR
Instant mastering for a maximum of 15 tracks. Masters will be sent automatically via email once completed on-site. -
Build a Website with Landing Lion
As an attendee of the Creator Complex you will receive special access to the Landing Lion studio, where you can create a website that will help... -
Audit your Social Media Profiles w/ SocialWerk
SocialWerk representatives will do candid 1 on 1 Social Media Audits with Creator Complex Attendees to identify strengths and areas of opportunity...Featuring:
Da Dreak-
Satori AnandaSocialWerk, Co Founder/ Social Media Coach -
Scratch My Record w/ Scratch DJ Academy
World class turntablists and DJs will add some additional flare to your original track to stand out.
