The IMPF GLOBAL MUSIC SUMMIT

IMPF Global Music Summit Palma 2024

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The 4th edition of the IMPF Global Music Summit 2025 will take place in Palma from October 7 till October 10 2025.

 Thoughts from the IMPF Global Summit 2024

235 Music Publishing’s Ellinor Rosenqvist said: “I’ve heard about this event before – that this is supposed to be the fun one. We’re looking to speak to as many people as possible and make good relationships.”

Ichiro Asatsuma (Fujipacific Music) said: “I had been told by people two years ago that this event had started and it was wonderful – and I didn’t believe it! Then, last year, they said it was even better, so I thought I’d better attend. I’m here to see some of my business associates from around the world and find new partners.”

ROBA’s Christian Baierle “This is, once again, a very successful convention. Thank you to the whole IMPF team for organising it. I’m so proud to see all of our partners and friends here from the independent music publishing community. I want to raise a glass to the independent community and everyone here at IMPF.”

Salt’s Niclas Molinder said: “We want to thank IMPF for the opportunity. We think you’re doing something super great here. We hope to be part of it year after year after year.”

Welcome

“The IMPF Global Music Summit Palma has become a must-attend event for independent music publishers all around the world in an incredibly short period of time. The fact that we have been able to extend the Summit and attract a record number of delegates for the third edition demonstrates just how important a fixture it is in the music industry calendar. We’ve also been able to secure some top-level executive talent across our list of speakers this year, which is further testament to the event’s stature. We’re expecting more important conversations, interesting insights and exciting business deals to come out of Palma during the Summit, helping drive the independent music publishing community forward and increase the cross-border capacity of our members.”

Annette Barrett, President of IMPF

Welcome to our Partners and Sponsors

Co-financed by the Creative Europe Programme of the European Union

Partners

22D Music Group and Kemper Music Group

“For the third year running, the 22D team is delighted to be taking part in the organisation of this event, bringing together publishers from all over the world. I’m very proud that this has become, in just two years, the highlight of the year for music publishing indies. The IMPF Global Music Summit Palma is a special moment of sharing and feedback, with an impressive number of premium panels and keynotes complemented by a songwriting camp in which 20 talented artists/songwriters/beatmakers are invited to create songs and build their network. It is the fruit of a considerable collective effort and I extend a huge thank you to the IMPF Board, with special thanks to Annette Barrett, Ger Hatton and Sylvie Caira at IMPF, and Clara Dethier and Gregory Langlais from the 22D Paris office. I’m Looking forward to seeing some of the world’s most exciting independent music publishers gather once again in October 24!”
Emmanuel Deletang, CEO, 22D Music Group

Kemper Music Group

Premier Sponsors

CTM Publishing, ROBA Music Publishing, Salt/Buma-Stemra, Raleigh Music Group and TRO ESSEX Music Group

“CTM was the first major buyer of music rights, together with the Dutch pension fund ABP, creating Imagem with the support of the European Union. Imagem was the No.1 independent music publishing company in the world in 2008, and was sold to another independent music company, Concord, in 2018. A family-owned company, CTM only works with independent partners, supporting the independent music business. The IMPF is a strong body and the Palma Summit is a great and effective meeting place for publishers and songwriters.”
Jitze de Raaff, President, CTM Publishing

“IMPF’s Global Music Summit is a one-of-a-kind event. We are proud to have the opportunity to support IMPF in bringing independent publishers around the globe closer together.”
Prof. Dr. Christian Baierle, Managing Director, ROBA Music Publishing

“The annual IMPF Global Music Summit in Palma is one of Europe’s most prestigious music industry conferences, where leading music publishers, CMOs, organisations, and companies gather to shape the future of a sustainable music industry. Salt takes pleasure in participating alongside BumaStemra. Our products have significantly enhanced their operations, leading to faster, more
accurate and transparent distributions. We aim to demonstrate these benefits at the Summit and help more publishers and CMOs achieve similar success. Together, we are committed to driving innovation and efficiency in the music industry, ensuring a prosperous future for all stakeholders.
Niclas Molinder, SALT 

 

“We are proud to be one of the sponsors of the IMPF Global Music Summit and to be marking this occasion with our longtime colleagues in the global music publishing industry. We view this as an opportunity to reconnect with our publishing peers, to brainstorm new ideas, and collaborate on potential business opportunities.”
Peter Raleigh, President, Raleigh Music Publishing 

Tro Essex Music Group

Platinum Sponsors

Budde Music and ICE Services

“As one of the founding members of the IMPF, we are delighted to support the IMPF Summit for the third consecutive year. This event has established itself as a premier gathering for the music publishing business, and we eagerly anticipate this year’s event.”
Benjamin Budde, CEO, Budde Music

“The IMPF Palma summit is an important part of the music publishing calendar. We value it as a way of working with independent publishers, and partners such as the PRS Core Collective team, on the shared challenges and opportunities in our dynamic industry.”
Matt Bolton, Publisher Industry relations, ICE 

Gold Sponsors

AMRA, Bucks Music Group, Downtown, GC Partners, MINT Services, On Music, Reel Muzik Werks, Reservoir Media, Sacem and  Spotify

“I am delighted to sponsor the IMPF Global Music Summit in Palma because independent publishers have always been at the very core of amra’s mission. Our unwavering support for the independent publisher community reflects our deep commitment to fostering creativity and innovation in the music industry. This forum is a testament to the vital role independent publishers play, and we are proud to champion their invaluable contributions.”
Tomas Ericsson, CEO, amra

“The IMPF Global Music Summit is THE event for independent music publishers worldwide. Having the opportunity to come together with colleagues, peers and partners is invaluable when it comes to capitalising on opportunities, tackling shared challenges and realising the collective strength of our sector.”
Simon Platz, Managing Director, Bucks Music Group

“The IMPF Global Music Summit is an increasingly important opportunity for the independent publishing sector to come together on a yearly basis. We are pleased to be a gold sponsor for the 2024 edition and look forward to returning to Palma for what promises to be yet another successful and valuable event for our industry.”
Emily Stephenson, President, Downtown Music Publishing

“GC partners is excited to be sponsoring the IMPF Global Music Summit Palma 2024. Now more than ever, we are here to support the music industry by analysing and maximising revenues for artists and songwriters. We continue to support our valued, long-term clients and friends attending this event, and look forward to creating new relationships as we come together in Palma.”
Joe Cooke, Account Director, GC Partners

“At MINT, we thrive on growing revenue and creating opportunities in the digital space. The independent publishing community is central to our mission: not just as partners and customers, but also as a hothouse of innovation. Whether it’s building new business, catching up with friends and customers from all over the globe, finding inspiration at the panel discussions, or enjoying the music, IMPF’s Global Music Summit delivers on all fronts. We can’t wait to return to Palma!”
Fabien Niggemeier, CEO, Mint

“On Music is proud to sponsor the IMPFs Global Music Summit, which brings together passionate individuals from the independent music publishing community. By focusing on important topics such as music metadata. We look forward to driving meaningful discussions and fostering new collaborations. Supporting this event aligns with our commitment to innovation, helping creatives maximise their remuneration and furthering the success of independent songwriters globally.”
Abbie Triggs, Director of Operations and Business Development, On Music

“Reel Muzik Werks is excited to sponsor the 2024 IMPF Global Music Summit. As an innovative global independent music publisher, celebrating our 15 th anniversary this year, we realise, more than ever, the importance of worldwide collaboration between
independent music publishers. The IMPF Global Music Summit represents the best opportunity for independent music publishers to network, obtain the latest insights from industry leaders, and promote their music. Together, we can grow our businesses to new heights all while supporting each other in the global market.”
Teri Nelson Carpenter, Founder and CEO, Reel Muzik Werks

“Reservoir is delighted to be sponsoring the third IMPF Global Music Summit in Palma, which has become the go to fixture in the global music industry calendar for the independent music publishing sector.”
Annette Barrett, Managing Director & Global Strategic Liaison, Reservoir Media

As a leading collective management organisation, SACEM is deeply committed to supporting all stakeholders in the music publishing industry, including independent publishers, in order to ensure the diversity and richness of musical creation. Our engagement, especially in the execution of digital rights collection mandates, demonstrates our continuous support for the independent publishing community, as well as our willingness to empower them, recognising their indispensable contribution to the creative process. Our partnership with the IMPF Global Music Summit Palma 2024 underscores our dedication to fostering strong relationships with independent publishers and promoting a vibrant, innovative ecosystem that values and uplifts creators.”
Cécile Rap-Veber, CEO, SACEM

“We are thrilled to continue our sponsorship of IMPF’s Global Music Summit for 2024. The event is a fantastic opportunity to connect in-person with independent publishers from across the world and to share information on the tools and opportunities that Spotify has to offer for both publishers and songwriters.”
Aaron Buckingham, Lead – Songwriter Relations EMEA, SSA AND SEA, Spotify

silver Sponsors

OYEZ! and Session 

“We are thrilled to support the IMPF Global Music Summit Palma 2024 as a Silver sponsor. Our company has been involved in the event from the very beginning, and we take great pride in nurturing its progress. It is a vital platform for innovation and
collaboration among members of the independent publishing community, and for celebrating their achievements.”
Vittorio Cigala, Managing Director, OYEZ!

We are excited to announce Session Studio as the official collaboration and metadata tool for the IMPF Songwriting Camp during the IMPF Global Music Summit in Palma. Session Studio is an invaluable asset for our songwriters and their publishers, simplifying the process of capturing important information and data during the creation process in the studio. This is the first important step in ensuring that all contributors are properly credited and fairly compensated when their songs are used.”
Niclas Molinder –  Session Studio

Speakers

IMPF welcomes a diverse range of high-profile speakers from all over the world to share their expertise and insights at the Summit, covering a broad range of essential topics that impact our business.

Programme

Tuesday 01 October

15:00 – 18:00

Registration Desk Open

Please collect your identity badge at the desk.  All participants will require a badge throughout the event to gain access to all events including social activities.

Hotel Victoria

18:00 – 19:00

Opening Cocktail – SPONSORED by CTM Publishing

Hotel Victoria

Wednesday 02 October

08:30 – 09:00

Opening Breakfast – SPONSORED by Raleigh Music Publishing

Hotel Victoria

09:00

Registration Desk Open

Please collect your identity badge at the desk.  All participants will require a badge throughout the event to gain access to all events including social activities.

Hotel Marina

09:45 – 10:30

Creative Entrepreneurship

Creative Entrepreneurship: Can creativity be managed and subject to general business principles? How best to create entrepreneurship? What do creators need from publishers in terms of business acumen?   What do international bodies bring to the table?
Speakers and Moderator: With Alexi Cory-Smith, Bella Figura Music; Jedd Katrancha, Downtown Music Holdings; Arriën Molema, CIAM; Jamie Hartman, Songwriter and Entrepreneur; Karen Beach, MyBRANDWORX/CYD; Annette Barrett, IMPF and moderated by Helienne Lindvall, ECSA.

Hotel Marina

10:45 – 11:45

Sex Education Case Study and the Creative & Business Process of Music for Film/TV/Gaming/Ads

Join us for an in-depth discussion on the creative and business process of music for audio- visual. Gain valuable insights into the role of the Music Supervisor, Studio Music Executive and Licensing, Clearance Specialist in today’s music industry. Walk away with effective tips in licensing, sourcing music, creating effective playlists, marketing strategies, and an insider’s view to the ever-evolving relationships between content creators, artists, music supervisors and licensing executives. This is a highly competitive but lucrative market, a critical part of the business for indie publishers, so you don’t want to be left behind. Learn the latest on how to be an effective partner.
Speakers and Moderator: With Matt Biffa, Air-Edel Associates; Nicky Bignell, BBC; Sue Crawshaw, Pick and Mix Music; Connie Farr, ThinkSync Music and  moderated by Teri Nelson Carpenter, Reel Muzik Werks.

Hotel Marina

12:00 – 12:45

The Benefits of Hiring More Diversely and How to do it

“There were no black candidates” “I can’t afford to employ people with health issues” and “I can’t cope with female mood swings” are no longer valid reasons to not employ diversely and there are huge advantages to having a diverse workforce. This panel will discuss how to recruit and manage a workforce which is more representative of society, and why it’s essential to do so.
Speakers and Moderator: With Dr. Metka Potočnik, The F-List; Claire Cordeaux, BAPAM; Kim Temple, MPC; Ole Dreyer, MPA Denmark and moderated by Tony D. Alexander, Made in Memphis Entertainment.

Hotel Marina

13:00 – 13:30

OPENING KEYNOTE with Golnar Khosrowshahi, CEO and Founder of Reservoir Media

Hotel Marina

13:30 – 17:00

B2B Meetings

14:30

Sync Session – By Invitation Only

17:00 – 17:45

ICE Services; Unlocking multi-territory scope and scale benefits for publishers

Speakers and Moderator: with Matt Bolton, ICE and Ylva Fahlen, PRS for Music, Goetz von Einem, peermusic and moderated by Emmanuel Legrand, CIN.

Hotel Marina

17:45 – 18:30

A dialogue with Musixmatch

With Aman Khullar and Thomson Hunter
EXLUSIVE to Full Members of IMPF with badges only

Hotel Marina

19:00 – 20:00

Sundowner Cocktail – SPONSORED by ROBA Music Publishing / TRO ESSEX Music Group

Hotel Victoria

Thursday 03 October

09:00

Registration Desk Open

Please collect your identity badge at the desk.  All participants will require a badge throughout the event to gain access to all events including social activities.

Hotel Marina

09:15 – 10:15

The Global Majority are taking over the Market

Since the beginning of the music industry, western music has been the biggest and highest earning repertoire by far. So-called developing markets were seen only as a sales opportunity without regard to local repertoire. However, the dominance of Western Music is coming to an end and the Global Majority is taking precedence on music services.
Speakers and Moderator: With a presentation by Gadi Oron, CISAC; and a discussion with Spek Hussain Yoosuf, PopArabia; Emilio Morales, Rimas Publishing; Sania Haq, Bye 2 Stereotypes, Hiroyuki Tachimoto, Fujipacific Music Inc.; Shiveta Sooknanan, IFPI and moderated by Alvaro de Torres Zabala, Music and A/V licencing.

Hotel Marina

10:30 – 11:15

AI – the solution to our database issues or just another fly in the ointment?

Who’s got the best database? Isn’t it about time we knew? There are so many databases in the world. How can we determine who maintains the best data and what’s the gold standard? And what do we do with all the AI created works?  Do they need their own database to take them out of the societies’ distribution pools? If so, who’s going to pay for it? And is AI a solution or…….? It’s time to ask the tricky questions.
Speakers and Moderator: With Cristina Perpiñá-Robert Navarro, SGAE; Florian Koempel, Queen Mary University of London; Matteo Fedeli, SIAE; Indi Chawla, The MLC; Mary Jo Mennella, Music Asset Management; Daan Archer, Copyright Delta and moderated by Victor Finn, Irish Music Rights Organisation.

Hotel Marina

11:30 – 12:15

CMOs and RMEs; The Rise of the Right Management Entity

Who wants to own a Collection Society? How important is it for publishers to be co-owners rather than customers of collection societies? How does the service offered by Rights Management Entities who have to compete for customers compare? We hear from CMOs, RMEs and publishers about the roadmap ahead.
Speakers and Moderator: With Cecile Rap-Veber, SACEM; Paul Shaver, CMRRA/SX Works; Chantal Epp, ClicknClear; André de Raaff, CTM Publishing and moderated by Adriana Moscoso del Prado Hernández, GESAC.

Hotel Marina

12:30 – 13:00

KEYNOTE with Mike O’Neill, President and CEO of BMI

Hotel Marina

13:00- 16:30

B2B Meetings

16:30 – 17:00

Creative Europe: How EU-funded Networks and Platforms spark creativity, music innovation and empower emerging artists

Find out more in a presentation with Olga Sismanidi, European Education and Culture Executive Agency.

Hotel Marina

17:00 – 17:45

The IMPEL Odyssey; A Publishers Eye View

Speaker and Moderator: Sarah Williams; IMPEL, Andy Heath, Beggars Music; Takuya Yamazaki, NexTone; Alexi Cory-Smith, Bella Figura Music; Ali Charrier, SACEM and moderated by Emmanuel Legrand, CIN.

Hotel Marina

18:00 – 19:00

Sunset Cocktail – SPONSORED by Salt Buma Stemra

Hotel Victoria

19:15 – 20:15

Listening Session from the IMPF Song Writing Camp Palma 2024

Hotel Marina

Friday 04 October

09:30 – 10:00

Getting credited and paid for your music

A CLIP presentation with Niclas Molinder, CLIP and Dominic Matar, WIPO.

Hotel Marina

10:00 – 10:45

Tech and Innovation

There’s a new kid in town. All over organisations have been set up to provide a link between music tech and the music industry. Isn’t it time tech and music were friends? What can tech do for us, and at what point does AI become an opportunity and not a threat?
Speakers and Moderator: With Živilė Plyčiuraitytė Plyčiūtė, Lithuanian Ministry of Culture; Iban García del Blanco, Former Member of the European Parliament; Åsa Carild, Broma16; Becky Brook, Music X Technology Advisor and moderated by Maria González Gordon, CMS Albiñana & Suárez de Lezo.

Hotel Marina

11:00 – 12:00

Mergers and Acquisitions

What tech and services are being bought up by music companies and how will that affect the landscape and the market. It’s hard to keep on top of the booming mergers and acquisitions, but we will go on a whistlestop tour looking at the trends of the market, and what they might mean for the overall music business.
Speakers and Moderator: With Tim Ingham, Music Business Worldwide; Fred Davis, The Raine Group; Will Page, Pivotal Economics; Tommi Tuomainen, Elements Music; Jennifer Brown, SOCAN; and moderated by Jane Dyball, Laffittes.

Hotel Marina

12:15 – 13:00

CLOSING KEYNOTE with David Israelite, President and CEO of the NMPA

Hotel Marina

Songwriting Camp

The Songwriting camp starts on Sunday 29th of September and finishes with a Listening Session on the evening of Thursday 03 of October.  Full details on the songwriters and producers are available here.

Sponsors and Organizers

22D Music Group, Kemper Music Group, Palma Music Studios, Session Studio, Spotify and funding from Creative Europe

If you have any queries, please contact secretariat@impforum.org.