For the first time ever, the Music Business Association — the only organization that amplifies the collective voice of the global music business community to promote overall commercial growth — is headed to Amsterdam for CES Unveiled Europe, bringing the intersection of music, technology, and innovation to the stage. We’re proud to host two dynamic panels on October 27  — one spotlighting cutting-edge tech startups as they navigate and scale their go-to-market strategies across the U.S. and Europe and a second discussing how to manage music licenses across territories. We’ll cap off the afternoon with a cocktail hour — the perfect opportunity to connect and collaborate with global music and tech leaders.

Those RSVPing to the Music Biz Music Tech Summit on October 27 will receive complimentary access to CES Unveiled Europe on October 28.

2 PM CET

Doors Open

2:30 PM CET

Welcome

2:35 PM CET

Crossing Borders: Navigating the Tech Startup Landscape in the US & Europe

This panel brings together founders and ecosystem experts to explore the unique challenges tech startups face when entering and scaling in the US and European markets. From regulatory hurdles to cultural expectations to go-to-market strategies, we’ll uncover what it takes to succeed on both sides of the Atlantic. Whether you're looking to expand your startup or invest across borders, this discussion offers practical insights into building a globally competitive tech company.

Moderator:

Hazel Savage, Syntho

Speakers:

Axel van Bladel, Royaltyport (Amsterdam)

Aileen Crowley, Lark42 (US-NYC)

Chantal Epp, ClicknClear (UK)

3:20 PM CET

Annual Music Biz Conference Overview & Sizzle Reel

3:30 PM CET

Managing Across Territories: Music Licensing

This panel dives into the opportunities and challenges of music licensing across the US and Europe.  Industry experts will compare the licensing ecosystems and explore how differences in territory affect licensing complexities. Gain a clearer understanding of how to navigate rights management across territories and what it takes to ensure catalogs can be properly licensed in a global market.

Speakers:

Naomi Asher, AYO Music Group

James Healy, Universal Music Group (UK)

Caleb Shreve, Killphonic Rights

4:20 - 5:30 PM CET

Cocktail Hour & Networking

10:30 AM CET

Welcome

Join Kinsey Fabrizio, President of CTA (the producers of CES), as she kicks off CES Unveiled Europe and delivers the state of the industry address. 

10:40 AM CET

CES Tech Trends Report

The CES Tech Trends report will explore the global impact of technology and how the latest innovations are shaping a better tomorrow.

11:00 AM CET

Panel: Policy and Tech

Navigating Europe: Ecosystem builders and regulators discuss funding, (AI) regulation, and EU innovation policy.

11:30 AM CET

Keynote Presentation

12:00 PM CET

Panel: Building at Scale

Insights from leaders of unicorn companies 

12:30 PM CET

Panel: Funding the next Giants

Leading VCs share what it takes to raise big rounds and scale hardware or deep-tech.

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Exhibit Floor Opens

1:30 - 4:30 PM CET

Mentorship Sessions

Exclusive mentoring sessions for select with seasoned investors, industry leaders and innovation experts 

3:00 PM CET

Fireside Chat with CES Success Founder

3:45 PM CET

CES Success Stories: Founder Panel

4:30 PM CET

Fireside Chat with Mattias Scheek, Co-founder and Former CEO, Mayht (acquired by Sonos)

5:00 PM CET

Startup Pitch Battle

Judged by investors and influential business leaders, this is a chance for select startups to take their business to the next level.  

6:15 PM CET

Closing Remarks & Pitch Battle Winner Announced

For an up-to-date CES Unveiled Europe agenda with speakers, click here.