Friday 6 September 2024 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
This session focuses on strategic initiatives aimed at elevating Scotland’s music industry on the international stage. We will delve into actionable strategies and frameworks to strengthen Scotland’s global music impact and drive sustainable growth.
Key topics include dissecting current challenges and opportunities in international music export, assessing the effectiveness of existing strategies and identifying what additional support is required to drive international audience development. How can Scotland’s music industry better leverage international platforms to expand its reach and influence?
We will explore funding mechanisms critical to supporting export initiatives, alongside effective models from global counterparts that could be adapted for Scottish contexts. Additionally, the panel will address the integration of environmental sustainability into international music strategies, ensuring responsible practices while pursuing economic growth.
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The SMIA Summit 2024
Full Programme + Schedule:
Day 1 – Thursday 5 September
- 9:45 am – 11:15 am: A Sound Investment – What’s Scotland’s Music Industry Worth?
- 11:30 am – 1:00 pm: Innovate or Stagnate – Tech’s Role in Scottish Music’s Future
- 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Beyond the Central Belt – Decentralising Scotland’s Music Industry
- 3:45 pm – 5:15 pm: Re-imagining Music Spaces – From Vision to Sector-wide Reality
Day 2 – Friday 6 September
- 9:45 am – 11:15 am: Achieving Fair Work in Scotland’s Music Industry
- 11:30 am – 1:00 pm: Addressing Gender Discrimination in Scotland’s Music Industry
- 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm: An International Music Strategy – Building a Sustainable Global Presence