www.venicemusic.co

Venice Music is a pioneering platform designed to support independent artists by combining cutting-edge technology with industry expertise. Founded by Troy Carter and Suzy Ryoo, Venice Music focuses on empowering artists through comprehensive distribution services, personalized career guidance via the Co-Manager AI assistant, and an active community of musicians, producers, and industry professionals. The platform offers unlimited distribution to major streaming platforms, tools for managing releases, and access to sync licensing opportunities. Venice Music’s mission is to create a supportive environment where artists can thrive, leveraging the power of community and innovative technology to navigate the music industry effectively. Learn more about Venice Music here. 

www.alein-creative.com

Alyssa Lein Bryant is a writer and the Founder/CEO of Alein Creative. Before starting her own company, she held various roles at the legendary Quincy Jones Productions, Inc. (QJP), which culminated in her final position as Vice President of Business, after 9 years with the organization. Through her role at QJP, she has production credits on “Taking the Stage: Changing America,” the dedication concert for the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture; “Soundtrack of America,” the 5-night opening concert series for The Shed at Hudson Yards; “Soul of a Nation Celebration,” the official concert dedicated to the Soul of a Nation exhibition at The Broad Museum; and more. She is also the official co-author of Quincy Jones’ book, 12 Notes: On Life & Creativity (2022). Through her role at Alein Creative, she remains in close connection with QJP, as well as an advisor for various entertainment entities such as Music Box and ASHER YELO. In addition, she is a consultant, public speaker, speech writer, and aerialist. As a strong advocate for the advancement of females in executive-level positions, she has delivered speeches on the topic to audiences ranging from middle school students, to more than 1,000 top-level executives in the corporate world. Her essay on thought-diversity, which outlines a research-based proposal with implementable practices for companies to utilize, received national recognition by U.S. Bank, Womenetics, and Delta Air Lines. As a result, she was one of only five women in the nation chosen to speak at the Global Women’s Initiative Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Furthermore, she is on the board of the new Institute of Arts and Innovation, YR Media, Music Box, and There With Care. She was also one of three judges for Dua Lipa’s Kosovo talent search, in partnership with Lipa’s SunnyHill Foundation. Alyssa Lein continues to use her voice, both in public speaking and writing, to affect positive change for various communities in which justice is frequently underserved. Learn more about Alein Creative here.