MBE Conference // 2021

Empowering the next generation of talent and music executives to take ownership of the industry.

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About the event

For the last seven years the MBE Conference has served as a vessel pouring knowledge from one generation to the next. Creating a unique environment for aspiring professionals to truly connect and learn from industry veterans, the conference has helped launch the careers of many artists and professionals alike.

Each year hundreds of Artists, Managers, Indie Labels, Producers, Songwriters, Aspiring A&Rs, and Music Professionals attend to make connections, gain industry insight, and showcase their talent to real decision makers.

2021 Partners

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Renaissance Concourse

One Hartsfield Centre Parkway
Atlanta, Georgia 30354

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Perform

A limited number of independent acts will be selected to showcase their talents during the conference. Submit your music today for the chance to perform and be discovered.

Register as Media

Approved media outlets receive Free 2 Day Conference registration, VIP Media Access, and reserved table space at Media Suite. Limited Availability. Apply early!

Advertise

Partner with the MBE Conference to place your brand in front of leading industry executives, music professionals and the next generation of rising talent.

Volunteer

Each year a limited number of internships and volunteer positions are made available. Apply to gain real world experience in Marketing, Promotion, Publicity, or Event Production.

Official Media Partner

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Conference Founder and CEO, Arlinda Garrett

Arlinda Garrett has charted a groundbreaking career in the worlds of music and entertainment. In her 20 plus year history in the industry, Garrett has overseen the projects of chart-topping artists such as Ice Cube, Big Boi of OutKast, Master P. and Jay Z.

In 1986 she founded Coming Attractions Promotions, a music marketing and radio promotions company that continues to establish the professional careers of recording artists on a national and global level.

The industry vet served as Promotions and Marketing Director at Virgin Records and the Southeastern Regional Manager at E One Music. Under her expert guidance, Garrett developed and discovered new music talent, as well as helped revive struggling divisions of black music. Known for her success with the independent record label, Garrett has assisted with placing artists like Y.C. “Racks”, Colonel Loud “California” and Lyrica Anderson “Act A Fool” at the top of the Billboard Charts.

MBE Advisory Board Members

We have assembled an outstanding group of industry leaders, experts and advisors for our board. 

Juliette Jones

EVP of Urban Promotions, Atlantic Records

Geo Bivins

SR VP/GM of Promotion, RCA Records

Azim Rashid

SR VP of Urban Promotion, Columbia Records

Lester Pace

SVP - ROC NATION RADIO PROMOTION

Louise Ferguson

CEO, No Payne No Gain Mangement & Entertainment

Maurice White

SVP OF MARKETING & PROMOTION - ENTERTAINMENT ONE

Hurricane Dave Smith

Owner - Brand It Live, LLC Programming/Operations Consultant KJLH Radio, Los Angeles

Curtis Daniels, III

Owner of Patchwerk Recording Studios

Prince Howard, IV

Partner, Pacific Music Inc.

Jackson Brown

CEO - MACJAC PRODUCTIONS

Kelby Cannick

Publisher of Makin' It Magazine / Founder of The Mimbership

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Emily Hunt
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George Philipe
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Heinrik Ibsen
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Daina Arts
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Dan Michaels
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Irena Pollock
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Charlie Dow
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Christina Ricky
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Submit to Perform

In addition to several larger label acts we will be booking 6 independent artists to showcase their talent for attendees at this year’s MBE Conference.

Submit form below if you would like to be considered.

Register a Media

Apply for official media registration at the 7th annual MBE Conference. A limited number of outlets will be accepted. Official Media will receive free 2 day conference registration, access to VIP guest, and area to setup for interviews.

Get Advertising & Partnership Info

Submit form below to receive a list of advertising and partnership opportunities via email. All placements are based on availability and reserved on a first come basis.

Apply to Volunteer

Limited volunteer positions are available. All applications will be considered on a first come basis.