The MIA organised ‘The Future of Our Industry’ event is happening next Thursday. We are pleased to announce the cross-section of relevant experts who will be tackling our four topics, each addressing the challenges that our industry will face both now and in the future…
“The Future of our Industry” will be held on Thursday 16th May 2019 at the Victory Services Club, Seymour St, London, W2 2HF – a 2 minute walk from Marble Arch Tube Station.
There are still a few spaces available at this vital event designed to support your business, and inspire you with new ideas to help you to tackle this tough climate.
Tickets including lunch buffet and evening meal are just £49 + VAT for members, and £99 + VAT for non-members. Email alice@mia.org.uk to reserve your place today.
Here are our panels, along with the experienced individuals who will be offering their thoughts:
Panel 1: ‘If 80% of the population claim they aspire to play a musical instrument, why isn’t our industry more diverse?’
Moderator: Anthony Short, Shure UK
Panel:
James Giddings, BBC Introducing Live
Steven Greenall, Warwick Music
Stuart Williams, Future Plc
Hannah Trigwell, Influencer
Panel 2: ‘How will a bricks and mortar store be relevant to the customer purchase journey of the future?’
Moderator: Darren Power, Source Distribution
Panel:
Richard Harfield, HW Audio
Andrew Oliver, Alan Gregory Music
Alex Marten, Industry Consultant
Mary Spender, Influencer
Panel 3: ‘Should the Government have an obligation to support the High Street and if so how?’
Moderator: Nick Burnett, Birketts LLP
Panel:
Nick Wright, Altus Group
Rafael Ruiz, Birketts LLP
David Barnard, Musicians’ Union
Alex Schlagman, SaveTheHighStreet.org
Panel 4: ‘How can you run a profitable music business in the future?’
Moderator: Darren Power, Source Distribution
Panel:
Simon Pollard, Millers Music
Alan Barclay, Absolute Music
Iain Butterwick, Reverb
Paul McManus, MIA
This cross-section of relevant voices from across the industry will discuss each topic in turn before opening up to the floor for further question and comment.
We are looking forward to widening the debate and learning more about the issues we collectively face.