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Insights
for the Future
of the
Music Industry
June 29 – July 1, 2025 • Nashville, TN
Professional Insights for Future Trends
Leadership and Marketing Workshops
Industry
Panel Roundtables
Networking
With Industry
Leaders
Breakfast and Lunch With
Live Music
Exclusive Evening
Events
Current NAMM members, including experienced and emerging leaders, looking to grow their businesses and advance their careers.
Brands, retailers and entrepreneurs, as well as pro audio, live event and music education professionals.
Who
should attend?
What
is the
format?
Two-day curated program with immersive education and networking, plus breakfast and lunch.
Format includes keynote speakers, workshops and industry panels.
Evenings include music and opportunities to expand your network.
What makes NAMM NeXT unique?
Combines global experts and industry leaders in an immersive environment.
NAMM-focused experience offering more value than more expensive conferences.
Program focused on insights to drive the future of the music industry.
Insights From
Global Thought Leaders
Hands-on sessions with experts from inside and outside of the industry inspire new ideas, develop talent and drive conversations that take your business and career to the next level. Breakout sessions, schedules and targeted tracks complement these keynote sessions and drill deeper into each business focus.
A City on the Move
JW Marriott Nashville
201 8th Avenue South
A luxurious hotel in a thriving metropolitan city. Your upscale downtown retreat features an exclusive rooftop lounge and pool and is within walking distance of all the hot spots.
Don’t miss the May 16th deadline to lock in discounted hotel rates!
Thank You Sponsors!
NAMM NeXT is one-of-a-kind event combining outside-the-industry expertise with inside-the-industry leaders to provide the highest level of professional development available for businesses.
Don't miss this summer's exclusive NAMM member event!
An immersive education, networking and thought-leadership experience
Don't miss this summer's exclusive NAMM member event!
June 29 – July 1, 2025 • Nashville, TN
Pricing: $ 1,295 per person, with group sponsorship packages available.
NEXT-LEVEL EDUCATION
Yelena Shulyatyeva
Joe Pine
Mike Walsh
Schedule at a Glance
SUNDAY, JUNE 29
6–8 pm
Check-In and Welcome Reception
Registration desk will be open from 4–8 pm.
TUESDAY, JULY 1
8 am
Breakfast and Live Music
9 am
The New Experience Economy
Joe Pine
Globally Acclaimed Author
10 am
Networking Break
10:30
Workshop: Advanced Communication Strategies for Leaders
Katy Craig
Pavo Leadership and Disruption Advisors
12 pm
Lunch and Live Music
1 pm
Keynote:
The Future of Retail
2 pm
Networking Break
2:30 pm
What's NeXT for Our Industry?
Cullen Hendrix
Peterson Institute for International Economics
3:30 pm
Closing Remarks
John Mlynczak
President and CEO of NAMM
MONDAY, JUNE 30
8 am
Breakfast and Live Music
8:45 am
Opening Remarks
John Mlynczak
President and CEO of NAMM
9 am
The Future Favors the Bold
Mike Walsh
Globally Renowned Futurist
10 am
Networking Break
10:30 am
Workshop:
How to Make AI Work for You
Daniel Nestle
Communications Technology Expert
Workshop:
Leadership Strategies to Navigate Disruption and Foster Growth
Natalie Murray
Executive Leadership Coach
12 pm
Lunch and Live Music
1 pm
The Future of Economic Growth: Identifying Emerging Opportunities and Risks
Yelena Shulyatyeva
The Conference Board
2 pm
Networking Break
2:30 pm
NeXT-Generation Leadership
3:30 pm
Networking Break
4 pm
Industry Leader Roundtable: Insights From Outside the Music Business
John Mlynczak
NAMM President and CEO (Moderator), and Panel
6 pm
An Evening at Gibson Garage
2025 NAMM NeXT Speakers
YELENA SHULYATYEVA - Senior U.S. Economist for The Conference Board Economy, Strategy & Finance Center, Global Speaker and Spokesperson
MIKE WALSH - Global Futurist, Author of “Futuretainment,” “The Algorithmic Leader” and “The Dictionary of Dangerous Ideas,” CEO of Tomorrow
JOE PINE - Author of “The Experience Economy” and “Infinite Possibility: Creating Customer Value on the Digital Frontier,” Management Advisor, Co-Founder of Strategic Horizons
Program Topics Include:
• Future business trends
• Customer experience in the
new economy
• Global economic outlook and impact
• Marketing strategy to break
through the noise
• Leading through disruption
• The impact of AI on business
and work
• Innovation and creativity
Pricing: $ 1,295 per person, with group sponsorship packages available.
#nammnext
Big Ideas,
New Connections and Neon Lights
Valuable networking opportunities connect emerging and established professionals across the music, sound and live event industries, fostering relationships that can shape future careers. The fun continues in Nashville at night, where attendees can unwind, enjoy live music and deepen relationships in a relaxed, vibrant atmosphere.
NEXT-LEVEL NETWORKING
Look who’s attending — connect with leaders from innovative brands and top retailers shaping the future of our industry.
NeXT Attendees
An Evening at
Gibson Garage
Monday, June 30, 6 pm
Get ready for an exclusive NAMM NeXT event as Gibson opens the doors after hours to Gibson Garage. Join fellow industry leaders for a private evening of music and drinks at one of Nashville’s finest hotspots. This reception will be open to a limited number of attendees.