Register Now: CIMA @ A2IM Indie Week 2016
The American Association of Independent Music (A2IM) is a non-profit organization that serves as the sole, unified voice representing a broad coalition of music labels from the independent music community in the United States. A sister organization to CIMA, A2IM works as a portal for its independent music label members to access opportunities for commerce, education and advocacy/lobbying. Held annually, A2IM Indie Week brings together these opportunities for the benefit of their label members, and are extending an exclusive, limited invitation to Canadian independent labels to participate!
This year, A2IM will be hosting their 11th edition of A2IM Indie Week 2016 in New York City from June 13-16, 2016. Last year, A2IM Indie Week attracted over 850 delegates - including A2IM members from 24 states as well as international guests from 15 countries!
CIMA is pleased to announce that we will be joining A2IM's Indie Week 2016 and organizing a business development mission to NYC for Canadian independent music companies. This mission s an excellent opportunity for labels and managers to network with key international contacts across a variety of industries.
Showcasing Opportunity: Reeperbahn Festival, a sponsor of A2IM this year, will be offering 1-2 Canadian bands the possibility to be selected by them to showcase on the Wednesday evening. Eligible bands will be chosen by the Reeperbahn Festival.
This is a great opportunity for bands that have a little bit of a buzz going on around them in Canada or in New York. Reeperbahn will be strongly supporting and promoting this show with their PR/marketing teams.
The scheduled conference activities for A2IM Indie Week 2016 include:
Bigger, Better, Expanded Venue & Programming!
A2IM will celebrate its 11th Anniversary in NYC from June 13 – June 16, 2016 at NY Marriott East Side, 525 Lexington Ave @ 49th Street, NYC.
More details to follow.
Monday, June 13: International + Backoffice Solutions
Panels on finding new revenue through international opportunities despite obstacles.
Executive One-on-One Sessions on Distribution, Label Services, Digital Supply Chain, & Backoffice Solutions
Workshops will help Content Owners expand opportunities here and abroad.
A2IM Indie Week Reception will be held from 6PM – 9PM at Slate, 54 W. 21st St @ 6th Ave, NYC.
Tuesday, June 14: Sync Licensing, Brand Partnerships & Publishing
Panels on Sync Licensing, Brand Partnerships & Publishing
Executive One-on-One Sessions will put Content Owners face-to-face with Music Supervisors, Brand Partners, Publishing Services, and Royalty Accounting Platforms.
Workshops will help Content Owners maximize Digital Revenue.
Wednesday, June 15: Digital Marketing & Revenue
Panels will look at analyzing existing and upcoming opportunities in the digital space.
Executive One-on-One Sessions put Content Owners together with Digital Services and Marketing Opportunities.
Workshops will bring Content Owners and Digital Services together.
Thursday, June 16: CEO Sessions + Annual Meeting
A2IM Libera Awards
Thursday, June 16
NOTE: New, larger venue – The Grand Ballroom, 311 W. 34th Street @ 8th Ave, NYC.
More live performances
Optional Seated Dinner
Tables and individual tickets to go on sale April 25
CIMA is currently looking for up to 10 delegates (from different companies) to join our mission to A2IM Indie Week 2016. Please note that this opportunity is only open to CIMA members in good standing.
CIMA will reserve positions for companies in the order in which their completed applications are received and approved. You will be notified as soon as you are approved.
Cost: The cost associated with this opportunity is $500USD per delegate.
Deadline: May 2, 2016
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact CIMA's Music Export Manager, Trisha Carter, by email at trisha@cimamusic.ca or by phone at 416-485-3152, extension 222.
