UK Black Tech brought together an incredible and unique opportunity to engage and network with an array of key players from the international music industry. Coming to Bradford the day explored the future of music with the intersection of technology.

• Keynote: The State of Innovation In The Music Industry from Sophie Jones
• Tech demos from three innovators, Saraay, MediMusic and Certifi
• 3 x panels Demystifying the music industry; Innovation, disruption & breakthroughs; The innovator’s journey
• Fireside Chat with BPI Grow Music x Sony Black Founders
• Lunch, afternoon bites and beverages (in venue only!)

• Sophie Jones – Chief Strategy Officer at BPI
• Hari Ashurst-Venn – Senior Director of Digital and New Tech at Sony Music Entertainment
• Radicka Norman – Former Spotify / Growth at BMG
• Professor Helena Daffern – University of York & Co-Director of CoSTAR Live Lab
• Pete Downton – Music & Technology Innovator, former Warner Music VP
• Emma Cooper – Innovate UK, Creative Industries

The day also showcased innovators and founders who are building new and exciting solutions in the industry, as well as live artist music performances.