Jazz-con 2025 Unveils First 36 International Speakers, Featuring YouTube, Deezer, Merrill Lynch, Bandcamp & Pandora As Panelists At Its 100% Virtual Digital Music Conference on September 15-16, 2025

Source: Nu Jazz Publicity
July 7, 2025
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By bringing together leaders from YouTube to Merrill Lynch, from Bandcamp to Deezer in France, from Pandora to Muso.AI in the Netherlands, we’re creating a truly global conversation that transcends genre and geography.
—Jerald Miller, Executive Director of Jazz-Con

Jazz-Con today announced its first-round lineup of 36 speakers, representing 13 countries across five continents for their 100% virtual digital music business conference. From independent booking agents and festival directors to label presidents, from tech innovators to streaming and playlisting gurus, from wealth strategists to rights experts, this diverse roster will tackle streaming practices & tactics, rights & royalties, touring, digital strategy, and emerging revenue models in jazz, classical, Latin jazz, and non-popular music that will benefit indie musicians and industry professionals alike.

“By bringing together leaders from YouTube to Merrill Lynch, from Bandcamp to Deezer in France, from Pandora to Muso.AI in the Netherlands, we’re creating a truly global conversation that transcends genre and geography,” said Jerald Miller, Executive Director of Jazz-Con 2025. “Our goal is to empower artists and industry professionals everywhere, but especially in the Jazz & Classical world, with the insights and connections they need to thrive in today’s music economy.”

Speaker Demographics at a Glance

Speaker Gender & Region

Gender Breakdown: 72% male; 28% female
Geographical Regions: 61% North America; 28% Europe; 8% Asia; 3% South America; 3% Africa,

Speaker Country Representation

USA: 61%
Japan: 8%
Netherlands: 6%
UK, Spain, Belgium, Austria, Germany, Turkey, Argentina, Greece, Egypt, Cuba: % each

Speaker Top Employer Spotlight

About Jazz-Con 2025

Jazz-Con 2025 is a fully virtual, two-day conference taking place September 15–16, 2025. Featuring sessions in English, Spanish, and Japanese—with auto-captions in 20+ languages—it is the first music-business conference of its kind specifically designed for the jazz and classical genres. Attendees will gain actionable insights on rights collection, sync licensing, metadata management, touring logistics, streaming and playlisting strategies, and digital innovation, all from the comfort of their own screens.

Presenting Partners

JazzMetroplex

JazzMetroplex is a Dallas/Fort Worth-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing jazz through education, artist development, and global collaboration. They have created and produced carefully curated workshops, music business conferences, and festivals that bridge creative talent with industry opportunity. As co-presenter of Jazz-Con, JazzMetroplex brings its deep network of industry professionals, promoters, and cultural advocates to curate sessions that empower the next generation of jazz leaders.

The Nu Jazz Agency

Founded in New York City, The Nu Jazz Agency is legendary for its specialization in music-business strategy, digital innovation, and cultural programming for jazz and creative music sectors. The agency has designed high-impact conferences, artist showcases, and brand partnerships for international labels and tech platforms. As co-presenter of Jazz-Con, they leverage three decades of experience in artist management, digital music marketing, content creation, and event production to deliver an immersive, actionable experiences to music lovers around the world.