Our October luncheon event will feature a comprehensive  discussion on the complex and evolving world of public performance copyright licensing.

Featured Speakers

Gain direct insight from leaders from the following U.S. performing rights organizations (PROs):

• Alex Grout (Senior Vice President, Membership and Business & Legal Affairs, ASCAP)
• David Schneider (Vice President, Distribution and Administration Services, BMI)
• Reid Alan Waltz (Senior Vice President & Counsel, Legal & Business Affairs, SESAC)
• Moderator:  Kent Draughon (SVP of Publishing Administration and Operations, Capitol CMG Publishing)

Alex Grout

David Schneider

Reid Alan Waltz

Kent Draughon

A wide range of critical topics are scheduled to be discussed, including:

• PRO Operations and Data Management: Learn about the intricate process of matching musical compositions to sound recordings, the growing role of ISRCs, and how co-publisher works are managed.
• Global Rights and Reciprocity: Understand the crucial reciprocal agreements that ensure U.S. creators are paid for performances abroad and how PROs navigate a global licensing landscape.
• Market Trends and Genres: Explore the commercial dynamics of musical genres, including which are the most profitable, which present unique challenges, and how digital streaming is changing genre popularity.

This is a unique opportunity to directly engage with experts at the forefront of the public performance music licensing industry. Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding of rights management, data tracking, and global copyright frameworks.

****This is a private event for Society members and their registered guests.  If you are interested in becoming a member of the Copyright Society of the South, or if you are an active member and did not receive your email invitation,  contact us at copyrightsocietyofthesouth@gmail.com .***