Learn about Nicole Rich, music industry leader and expert in streaming, radio promotion, publicity, and partnerships.

Learn about TEDRA aka TT The Artist, music industry leader and expert in film directing, creative diection, and dance.

This Ask Capita edition discusses how to pivot into the music industry after years in tech, media, and telecom.

This official SXSW meet-up brings together emerging artists, managers, and music industry professionals to connect, exchange insights, and build meaningful relationships. In a collaborative and welcoming setting, attendees can discuss career growth, industry trends, and creative strategy while expanding their networks. Whether discovering new talent or forming new partnerships, this session creates space for community, mentorship, and future collaboration across the music
industry.

Learn about Jai Yoko, music industry leader and expert in artist development, rollout/project management, and rights & royalties.

Learn about Kayla Ali, music industry leader and expert in release programming and playlist curation.

Queer Capita X MY PR Lab presents Pride & Pen: A Queer Writers’ Round, an unforgettable nonprofit evening hosted by drag queen Alexia Noelle Paris on the private 4th floor of JBJ’s Nashville, created to celebrate LGBTQAI+ artistry and raise funds to support Queer Capita’s national mission of uplifting queer creatives, executives, and founders across music and entertainment.

Board Member Miguel Ramos discusses unpaid labor practices at work.

Learn about Tyrie McKinnie, music industry leader and expert in release planning.

Learn about Dae Bogan, music industry leader and expert in music publishing, copyright administration, and royalty forensics.

Learn about Jasmin Benward, music industry leader and A&R expert.

Join Queer Capita for professional headshots sponsored by Downtown's Queers and Allies ERG. Light refreshments will be provided while you mix with your industry colleagues!

Is your team hitting a breaking point? Learn why peak-cycle burnout is a systems problem, not a people problem, and how to design a more resilient team.

Burnt out by vague assignments and shifting priorities? Learn how to "manage up" by offering solutions that gain manager buy-in and create strategic clarity.

Entering her third year attending GRAMMY Week in Los Angeles, Queer Capita Board Member Meredith Nadeau gives her insights and philosophy for navigating the week. She brings a professional insight into the “do’s and dont’s” and “bests and worsts”, of GRAMMY Week. Check out her advice and tips on how to approach one of the most overwhelming, but also most exciting, weeks in the music industry.

Feeling "always on"? Learn why mid-career professionals experience this anxiety and get practical steps for communicating clear work boundaries with your manager.

Is your manager blocking your internal move? Learn how to address their fears by proving company loyalty and proactively creating a responsible transition plan.

Nervous about AI replacing your job? Learn how to pivot from data entry to high-value analysis, embrace AI as a tool, and secure your career path in the AI era.

As we close out 2025, we’re proud to spotlight a few members of our community whose work moved culture, built opportunity, and expanded what’s possible for queer professionals in music, media, and tech.

Featuring:
• Drew Maniscalco
• Annie Warren
• Davey Argov
• Leah Kraft
• Stephen Daw
• Todd Tescher
• Mel Curley

QUEER CAPITA ADVANCES LGBTQ+ VISIBILITY IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY

Non-Profit Expands Nationally With New Board Members Based in
Nashville, Austin, San Francisco, Oakland, and Charlotte

Now Supporting Over 1,000 LGBTQ+ Music Industry Professionals Across 200+ Companies

Announces 2025-26 Board of Directors