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When more women work in music, it isn’t just about equity in a single industry—it is a global catalyst for economic growth, cultural impact, and the safety of public and creative spaces.

Music is one of the world’s most influential soft powers. Evolving who creates it amplifies how billions of people consume, enjoy, and live daily.

Gender parity in music matters on a global scale. Give to She Is The Music today.

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Did you know? The global music market is worth tens of billions of dollars. When women are excluded from high-level roles—especially in production and engineering, where they currently make up less than 5% of the workforce—the industry suffers from a massive talent drain.

Diversity is a known driver of innovation. By excluding female perspectives in studios and boardrooms, the industry limits the sonic palette available to the global market. Data also shows that when women’s stories are told authentically, they resonate with a massive, often underserved global female audience, driving streaming and ticket sales.

Music is a primary tool for socialization—it teaches people how to act, what to value, and how to treat others. In regions where women’s rights are restricted, seeing a female producer or executive succeed provides a blueprint for leadership that extends far beyond music into politics, tech, and science.

Furthermore, the music industry serves as a pioneer for the broader gig economy. Addressing the high rates of harassment and discrimination in music creates safer standards for all freelancers globally. Initiatives led by women prioritize safety and inclusive venue policies. These practices trickle down into the hospitality and nightlife sectors, making these spaces safer and more enjoyable for everyone.

No matter what lens we approach from, increasing the number of women working in music helps make the world better.

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She Is The Music PresentsWomen Sharing the Spotlight

On behalf of She Is The Music, it is with great pleasure that we recognize the below women for their extraordinary contributions to the music industry at our inaugural Women Sharing The Spotlight cocktail event.

Women Sharing The Spotlight is founded in the ethos that when we make more space for each other, when we bring more women into the room, we create a vibrant spirit and ecosystem of mentorship, growth and opportunity -- together. This is a unique event for industry leaders to not only converge and celebrate -- but to share their platforms, their voices, and their strength with one another and with the next generations of women forging the path ahead.

The list has been selected by our advisory council as one of 50 exceptional women to be celebrated for your 20+ years of remarkable achievement, contribution and impact in music.

Rooted in the conviction that 'We Are Stronger Together', we have asked each honoree to nominate another woman they admire to share the spotlight.

Women Sharing The Spotlight is envisioned as an annual celebration, creating a platform to elevate and empower women who are shaping the future of music.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 50 HONOREES:

  • Alexandra Lioutikoff
  • Alison Smith
  • Amanda Marks
  • Ann Mincieli
  • Barbara Cane
  • Beth Matthews
  • Carianne Marshall
  • Carole Kinzel
  • Cyndi Forman
  • Desiree Perez
  • Dina LaPolt
  • Ebonie Ward
  • Gail Mitchell
  • Geni Lincoln
  • Golnar Khosrowshahi
  • Heather Kolker
  • Jen McDaniels
  • Jenna Park Adler
  • Jennifer Knoepfle
  • Jenifer Mallory
  • Jennifer Justice
  • Jocelyn Cooper
  • Joi Brown
  • Julie Hurwitz
  • Julie Swidler
  • Katie Welle
  • Lila Gerson
  • Lori Feldman
  • Lou Taylor
  • Lucy Dickins
  • Luke Burland
  • Melissa Miller Ormond
  • Michele Anthony
  • Michele An
  • Michele Bernstein
  • Natalia Nataskin
  • Nicole George Middleton
  • Nicole Wyskoarko
  • Phylicia Fant
  • Sam Kirby Yoh
  • Samantha Saturn
  • Stephanie Shim
  • Sullina Ong
  • Susan Genco
  • Sylvia Rhone
  • Tammy Hurt
  • Theola Borden
  • Tina Davis
  • Vivien Lewit
  • Wendy Goldstein
  • Yvette Noel Schure

HONOREE EVENT COMMITTEE:

  • Alexis Giles
  • Ali Harnell
  • Carolyn Williams
  • Jacqueline Saturn
  • Jeanine McLean
  • Jessica Letkemann
  • Jody Gerson
  • Kelly Chappel
  • Kirdis Postelle
  • Madison Anglin
  • Marcie Allen
  • Michelle Yablans
  • Mo Rhim
  • Nazanin Fatemian
  • Nicole Onufrey
  • Samii Carpintero
  • Stacey Portnoy

Also Honoring Gracie Abrams and Her Team of Women

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