London Music Office Presents #MusicTalks – HARRIS PARK PAVILION – LONDON, ON

Harris Park Pavilion 531 Ridout St N, London, ON, Canada

EVENT OVERVIEW 7:00pm - Group Conversation 8:00pm - Stretch | Workout | Yoga Stepping away from the excitement and beauty of music is an extensive and intense industry that can be incredibly taxing on an individual. This installment of #MusicTalks event is a focused on mental health, wellness and physical well-being for those working in the demanding industry. The event starts with a discussion that brings together representatives from the UNISON Benevolent Fund, Hummel Wellness, Fit On Tour, Full Body Efficiency Treatment and local musicians. Discussions will cover a wide variety of topics including how to live a balanced life, looking after yourself mentally/physically and preparing yourself for the challenging hours and work you face in the music industry as many of the jobs in the music business work outside the traditional 9 - 5pm. Musicians work can be very isolating at times and is noted as having one of the highest depression rates in the workforce. These issues are then amplified by working long hours and in many cases isolation. Finding ways to cope can be difficult and many music industry professionals. Often times they lack a support network or employee benefits that are readily available through many traditional […]

Mental Health: How To Combat Mental Health Issues Facing Our Industry – A2IM INDIE WEEK – NEW YORK, NY

New York Law School 185 W Broadway 10013, New York City, NY, United States

 Working in the music industry can be challenging for artists and industry workers alike. Industry burnout, suicide, and mental health are issues that need our attention. This will be an open conversation on ways we can address mental health issues and smash associated stigmas. How can we make sure our industry peers are protected and be responsible partners to the artists we represent. SPEAKERS Jess Caragliano • Founder • CEO | Terrorbird Media Kathryn Hummel • Artist Manager •General Manager • Director of A&R and Marketing • Consultant |Hummel Entertainment |Royalty Records |Unison Benevolent Fund | Hummel Wellness Jennifer Leff • Senior Director | MusiCares Dr. Ying Zhen • Associate Professor of Business & Economics | Wesleyan College Ava TrillingMusician • Artist | Forth Wanderers | Sub Pop

NORTHERN POWER SUMMIT – The Good Life

The Supermarket 268 Augusta Ave., Toronto, Ontario, Canada

The Good Life (2:10PM- 2:40PM) Featuring Kathryn Hummel, Preetam Sengupta, Chris Atwell Much has been made about the rockstar lifestyle over the years. The road, the parties, the long nights. If that is still the perception, how does it compare with reality? How do musicians take care of themselves? This panel will discuss the importance of artists looking after their mental and physical health whether at home or on the road.

HEALTH & WELLNESS AT COUNTRY MUSIC WEEK – CALGARY, AB

10:00AM Fan Village - Goat Yoga 321-11th Ave SE. Calgary (Cowboys Tent) Ever tried child's post with a goat on your back, next to a celebrity? What are you waiting for? Bring your tights, your mat, a water bottle and a sense of adventure! Join in on goat yoga with some of our #Goats 10:30AM - 12:30PM CCMA Seminar Series: Round Tables Presented by rdr Music Group Telus Convention Centre, Glen 201+202 - Calgary, AB Meet with our friends from Unison Benevolent Fund whom are participating in Country Music Week with the Canadian Country Music Association! Find them at the CCMA Round Tables on Sept. 7th to learn more about Unison and wellness in the music industry. The CCMA Round Table Session offers newcomers a chance to sit down with trade experts and glean some of the wisdom years of experience has afforded them. From honing your craft, to gaining and keeping an audience, and having longevity in the industry, this session is tailor-made for whatever focus the participants want addressed. Featuring titans from all aspects of the industry, this is a must-hit session for those looking for some advice, ideas, mentorship, and direction on next-steps in their careers.

Women Making Moves in Music – A 360 Perspective

Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver 405 North Road, Coquitlam, BC, Canada

Join us for an afternoon of listening, learning and discussion about the challenges in today's music industry, as explored from a female perspective. This respected panel will include a Label Manager, Artist Manager, Festival Producer, Record Producer/Songwriter, and successful Recording Artist. Each of these women will share how they grew into their positions, and discuss the opportunities that exist for successful careers in the music industry. The panel will be followed by a Q + A session and a round table group sessions with attendees. The Lineup: Kathryn Hummel (Royalty Records Inc., Hummel Management, Unison Benevolent Fund) Tracey Singer (K Music Management) Jess Moskaluke (Recording Artist- MDM Recordings) Becca Hess (Director of Operations - Rockin' River Music Fest) Louise Burns (Record Producer/Writer- 604 Records) Karen Lee Batten (Independent Artist & Entertainment Promoter)

Mental Health & the Music Industry: Maintaining Wellness in Isolated Times

Panellists Carmen Elle – Artist & Public Speaker Kathryn Hummel – Director Of A&R, Marketing And Business Development, Royalty Records Dayana Romero – Psychotherapist and Owner, Romero Psychotherapy and Renova Denise Waligora – Training and Delivery Specialist, Mental Health First Aid Canada, Mental Health Commission of Canada Moderator: Sarah Hagerman – Industry and Events Management, Unison Benevolent Fund & Artist (Mary Moxxie) View the full recording now!