Speakers: Stevie Kempner [Entertainment Lawyer - SSB], Chris Lamb [Agent - Elite Music Management], Denise Allan [Artist Manager - 677 Media Management], Frances B Shillito [NWN Management] & Meg Denholm [Local Promoter Assistant - DF Concerts].
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Stevie Kempner [Entertainment Lawyer - SSB]
Renowned for her drive, passion and encyclopedic knowledge of the industry, she has helped to launch the careers of new and emerging talent, as well as representing more established clients including Biffy Clyro and Fontaines DC.
Stevie's extensive client roster includes artists, songwriters, labels, publishers, investment funds and TV and sports personalities.
Chris Lamb [Agent - Elite Music Management]
Working primarily with techno live acts and DJs, the Glaswegian has been an agent at Elite Music Management for 10+ years. He represents several of the genres leading artists including Dax J, Perc, Slam & SPFDJ. Earlier in his career in music he worked press, distribution and A&R at Soma Records, promotion at Slam Events and also at the Arches. He studied Sound Production and Music Management courses at Stow College, and was a founding member of the Animal Farm collective, who have now promoted techno events in Glasgow for 20 years.
Denise Allan [Artist Manager - 677 Media Management]
Denise Allan is a founding partner and Director of 677 Media Management; an independent Artist management company based in Glasgow. Guiding platinum sellers Glasvegas to success and driving talent development of an eclectic roster of young women including Plasticine, Lamaya & Cherry.
Frances B Shillito [NWM Management]
In 2024, Frances (former founder of FRNT MGMT) merged companies with Alan Fitzpatrick’s No Words Needed Management. Frances is a well respected figure in the realm of artist management, renowned for her passion for dance music and profound dedication to nurturing talent. With a wealth of experience and a keen eye for emerging artists, Frances has left an indelible mark on the industry landscape.
Frances propelled the agency to the forefront of the electronic scene by being the first female founded agency on the market, curating a roster of underground artists and orchestrating their ascent to prominence. Her innate ability to recognise potential, coupled with her strategic insight, has cemented her reputation in the field.
As she embarks on the next chapter of her journey with NWN, Frances remains steadfast in her mission to empower artists and elevate their voices on a global scale.'
Meg Denholm [Local Promoter Assistant - DF Concerts]
Meg joined DF Concerts & Events in 2022 as the Local Promoter Assistant. Her job includes booking Scotland's freshest, up-and-coming artists for support slots for touring artists, in addition to cultivating the hottest line ups of new music within grassroot venues such as the legendary King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut. She has her ear to the ground within the local Scottish music scene, across a multitude of genres to keep an eye on emerging artists, and is a key contact for many as she provides support and advice to those within her network. Meg is an experienced local promoter as she began her own business prior to her career at DF Concerts & Events. She earned her Masters in Music: Creative Industries from the University of the West of Scotland in 2021.