{"id":7996,"date":"2024-10-08T16:00:57","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T16:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mpourmontreal.com\/?p=7996"},"modified":"2024-11-11T20:29:54","modified_gmt":"2024-11-11T20:29:54","slug":"the-2024-pro-component-activites-in-details","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mpourmontreal.com\/en\/the-2024-pro-component-activites-in-details\/","title":{"rendered":"THE 2024 PRO COMPONENT ACTIVITES IN DETAILS"},"content":{"rendered":"

Each year, the PRO component of M for Montreal brings together some\u00a0500 music professionals<\/strong>\u00a0to forge new links and develop their markets. This important gathering includes\u00a0managers, publishers, agents, media, labels and programmers<\/strong>\u00a0from all over the world.<\/p>\n

The classic annual PRO activities are back, with a series of\u00a04 captivating panels<\/strong>\u00a0on a variety of relevant themes,\u00a05 FOCUS groups<\/strong>\u00a0for networking between professionals, and\u00a02 partner sessions<\/strong>\u00a0with renowned actors (…YouTube and Chartmetric!).<\/p>\n

Our panel series kicks off on\u00a0Wednesday, November 20,<\/strong>\u00a0with over 10 local and international panellists at\u00a0l’Arri\u00e8re-sc\u00e8ne de l’Esplanade Tranquille,<\/strong>\u00a0in the heart of the\u00a0Quartier des Spectacles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

DISCOVER THE FULL PROGRAMMING<\/a><\/h3>\n
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4 PANELS TO LOOK FOR<\/h3>\n

1. WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 20 – 10am to 11am:\u00a0Transforming data to improve music discovery and target audiences<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Discover the art of harnessing fan data for a better release strategy and successful touring. What are some examples of in-depth release plans? Should they be synchronized with tour dates for greater efficiency and better results?<\/p>\n

Topics covered included: collecting fan data, using analytics tools, implementing digital marketing strategies and creating intimate events to strengthen bonds with fans while increasing sales.<\/p>\n

Panelists:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Jamie Loeb \/ Senior Vice President – Marketing, Nederlander Concerts
\n\u2022 Alexandra Rosen \/ Head of Streaming, US & Canada at Partisan Records
\n\u2022 Shelley Pisarra \/ Executive Vice President, Global Insights at Wasserman
\n\u2022 Francois Nepveu Salem \/ Executive Business Development Lead – Bandsintown<\/p>\n

Moderated by Amanda Dorenberg – CEO @ Billboard Canada, Billboard UK, Rolling Stone QC<\/p>\n

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PRO BADGE NOW AVAILABLE !<\/a><\/h3>\n
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2. WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 20, 11 am to 12am: Strengthening transparent and strategic alliances between Canada, the United States and Mexico\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Presented by\u00a0ADISQ<\/strong>,\u00a0how can we strengthen trade relations and the music business between the three North American countries?\u00a0<\/strong>When is the right time to enter new markets, especially when an artist is successful in his or her home country? When is it reasonable to part with touring money (including related costs) to broaden an artist’s scope? How do you define an \u201cexport-ready\u201d artist? What are the key performance indicators of artists who have successfully established themselves in other markets?<\/p>\n

Panelists:\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Angelica Piche de Lasnier \u2013 SOL \/ Atlantic Records + Tokischa Mgmt
\n\u2022 Gourmet D\u00e9lice – Bonsound
\n\u2022 Paco Barba – Co-founder and Artistic Programming Director for Grupo Indie Rocks !: Hipnosis Festival, Pitchfork Music Festival, Foro Indie Rocks! and House of Vans CDMX
\n\u2022 Will Spitz – Immigration lawyer at CoveyLaw in Brooklyn<\/p>\n

Moderated by Tao-Ming Lau – Booking Agent at Paquin Artists Agency<\/p>\n

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3. WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 20 from 1pm to 2pm:\u00a0SuperVision presents\u00a0The Secret Weapon of Sync Agents\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Presented by B.C.T.Q,\u00a0what is the role of a sync agent, and how can they help rights holders and independent artists secure global sync opportunities?\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

An essential element of successful synchronization is good representation. Sync agents bridge the ever-widening gap between the music and mobile media industries, representing the interests of a carefully curated list of labels, publishers, artists and songwriters, and maintaining close relationships with key decision-makers on the ground in their chosen territory. This panel will explore all aspects of the work and value of a sync agent, as well as success stories and a roadmap for building a global network of sync agents.<\/p>\n

Panelists:\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Carmel Scurti-Belley \/\u00a0Publisher, Sync Agent and Music Supervisor\u00a0– Fair Enough Montreal
\n\u2022 Dan Koplowitz \/\u00a0Owner – Friendly Fire Licensing
\n\u2022 Lyle Hysen \/ Sync Agent – Bank Robber Music – NYC
\n\u2022 Pete Kelly \/ Music Supervisor – Premier League London<\/p>\n

Moderated by Michelle Stoddart \/ Sync Agent – Stoddart Music UK<\/p>\n

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4. WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 20 – 2pm to 3pm: The role of accessibility in live music in Canada<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

New results from the 2022 Canadian Disability Survey (CDS) show that 8 million people have one or more disabilities that limit them in their daily activities, including access to indoor and outdoor public spaces.<\/p>\n

Canada’s disability rate has increased by 22% since 2017, with mental health-related disabilities accounting for the largest increase, particularly among youth and working-age adults.
\nHow is this affecting festival and concert attendance rates? How can we make the music industry more inclusive for people with disabilities? What are practical ways to achieve greater inclusivity?<\/p>\n

Panelists:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Sabeerah Najee \u2013 DJ, Disability Advocate, Concept Producer of Accessible Plus \u2013 Goldenvoice
\n\u2022 Kathleen Barbeau – Gestionnaire principale aux Partenariats publics et industries culturelles – Spectra \/ Evenko
\n\u2022 Morgan Sutherland – Head of Partnerships – Rifflandia Festival
\n\u2022 Rory McLeod – Executive and Artistic Director- Xenia Concerts<\/p>\n

Moderated\u00a0 par Jessie Archambault (Montreal) at AMI-TV<\/p>\n

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FOCUS GROUPS NO TO BE MISSED<\/h3>\n

Focus Group meetings enable industry professionals to create exchanges exclusively\u00a0devoted to issues specific to their fields of work.<\/strong>\u00a0Each year, M pour Montr\u00e9al organizes five Focus Groups specially designed for\u00a0entertainment agents, record company executives, talent buyers and promoters, artist managers, and, newly added this year, for the media!<\/strong><\/p>\n

On\u00a0Thursday, November 21,<\/strong>\u00a0meetings will be held from\u00a010am to 11:30am at various venues.<\/strong>\u00a0These events will feature renowned industry figures and companies from Quebec, Canada and around the world.<\/p>\n

This is an essential opportunity not to be missed !<\/p>\n

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I WANT TO PARTICIPATE, I NEED MY PASS !<\/a><\/h3>\n
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1. FOCUS:\u00a0Bookers\u00a0<\/strong>– presented by\u00a0BRAVO Musique<\/strong><\/p>\n

The realism of booking and the diversity of artistic markets: Canada, USA, Europe and beyond\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

This discussion group will highlight the particularities of the territories covered by each booker, the issues related to emergence and the best ways for an artist to break into a market. The aim of the exercise is to create tools to facilitate the search for opportunities, but also to better identify the audiences that set these territories apart. The meeting will conclude with a discussion on the importance of diversity and parity in programming.<\/p>\n

To encourage small-group discussions, this activity will take place in a limited format (20 to 30 people maximum).<\/p>\n

This meeting is reserved for bookers\u00a0only.<\/p>\n

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2. FOCUS:\u00a0Labels\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Presented by\u00a0Audiogram\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Developing international partnerships\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

At this discussion group, industry professionals working in the label sector will be able to discuss their marketing and development strategies in other territories, catalog management, and international partnership agreements.<\/p>\n

This meeting is reserved for labels companies\u00a0executives.<\/p>\n

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3. FOCUS:\u00a0Promoter and Talent Buyers<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Presented by\u00a0Evenko\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Each focus group participant will have the opportunity to present a local artist whom they actively support and who they feel is ready to break onto the international scene. Each artist’s short presentation will be supported by various documents, such as a video, song, career highlights and other relevant material, to provide a complete and convincing overview.<\/p>\n

This meeting is reserved for promoters and talent buyers working with concert halls and festivals only.<\/p>\n

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4. FOCUS\u202f: Medias<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Presented\u00a0by\u00a0Polaris\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the first time, this unique opportunity exclusively for media will allow you to join the Polaris team for an engaging session on music and cultural journalism. You’ll discover the perspectives of industry professionals while exploring current trends in these fascinating fields.<\/p>\n

Please note, this event is for media only.<\/p>\n

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2 PARTNER SESSIONS<\/h3>\n

Professional meetings will be further enriched by two sponsored sessions presented by\u00a0YouTube Canada and ChartMetric. \u00a0<\/strong>
\nJoin us for a valuable edition of exciting new encounters, discoveries and music !<\/p>\n

1. Wednesday, November 20, from 10 am-11\u00a0am. :\u00a0YouTube\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

YouTube is the ultimate music stage, where fans and artists can connect in one place. But how do artists win fans on this platform?<\/p>\n

In this workshop, Gabriel Obadia, Head of Music Partnerships for Canada, will present strategies and tactics for harnessing YouTube’s potential and building a loyal fan base on the platform. You’ll learn how to leverage different content formats, build authentic relationships with fans and amplify your reach.<\/p>\n

2. Wednesday November 20, from 11am-12pm:\u00a0Chartmetric \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

This will be a live demo presentation in which various data points and information will be presented to explain the journey of certain artists.<\/p>\n

Areas covered will include key metrics, key demographics, platform and DSP statistics, playlists and comparisons with other similar artists.<\/p>\n

I’M A PRO, I WANT TO BE THERE<\/a><\/h3>\n
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M FOR MONTREAL<\/h3>\n

M for Montreal is a major conference-festival and springboard for musical artists on their way to national and international careers.<\/p>\n

In addition to an annual and international circuit of events and meetings, M pour Montr\u00e9al has been organizing an annual rendez-vous in Montreal for the past 19 years. Each year, this event brings together over 500 local, national and international professionals for 3 days of showcases, conferences and networking activities.<\/p>\n

M pour Montr\u00e9al is a catalyst for real business opportunities between artists and industry professionals. It contributes to the promotion and export of selected artists, as well as to the positioning of Montreal as a key city on the music scene.<\/p>\n

LEARN MORE ABOUT US !<\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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