Career Mentoring with Carrie Cunningham

Award Winning Songwriter and Touring Artist

Carrie Cunningham is a Nashville-based music industry powerhouse whose career weaves together business leadership, event production, sync licensing, copyright administration, and music industry education. With a deep-rooted background in performance, touring, vocal production, and label operations, she transforms her hard-earned experience into opportunities for the next generation of creatives — guiding them as they shape, refine, and release their artistic visions into the world.

Renowned for her operational savvy and innovative approach, Carrie has earned a reputation as both a trusted strategist and an inspired mentor. Over two decades of award -winning songwriting and an acclaimed artist career fuel her work today — from producing dynamic industry events to spearheading high-impact initiatives — all designed to elevate emerging talent and strengthen the music community at large.

What is Career Mentoring

A one-hour, personalized, face-to-face Career Mentoring session is focused on developing a step-by-step career plan specifically designed for you. One hour out of your day could bring the focus and clarity you need on what to do next for your music industry career. These one-on-one sessions can also be utilized for a personal and focused evaluation of (3) of your songs (with the lyric) with a music industry professional to further your unique vision and career.

Highlights About Carrie

Education & Training

Voice & Composition Degrees – Spokane Community College
Live Sound Engineering – Art Institute of Seattle
Worldwide College of Auctioneering – Graduate; Benefit Specialist (National Auctioneers Association)
Practical Touring Experience – 30+ years as a multi-award-winning performing singer/songwriter

Leadership & Mentorship

NSAI Coordinator (Portland, OR) – 9 years, organizing monthly songwriter education workshops
Co-Founder – Songtown LA educational songwriting chapter & Women of Songtown creative group
Advocate & Mentor – 20+ years supporting and developing emerging music creatives Event & Sound Production
SOURCE Hall of Fame Awards – Hands-on event assistant
Live on Stage – Stage coordinator for annual artist showcases (30+ international artists)
Global Songwriters Connection – Organizer of iconic CMA industry mixers
Northern Quest Casino & Shaka Sound – Monitor Engineer & Lead AV Technician
Touring Artist Leadership – Managed own booking, payroll, tour logistics, and artist operations

Vocal & Recording Production

Oversees vocal production for recording artists, ensuring commercial quality and artistic integrity
Co-productions for emerging recording artists and sync placements (e.g., Silent River, The Lisa Williams Show)

Recognition & Awards

2025 ISSA Awards – Nominated: Songwriter of the Year, Emerging Artist of the Year
2024 ISSA Awards – Nominated: USA Female Vocalist, Single, and Female Songwriter of the Year
2023 Songtown Awards – Nominated: Artist of the Year
2022 Josie Music Awards – Doors Don’t Close nominated for Music Video of the Year
FOE Eagle’s 100th Year National Talent Competition – Title Winner
Let’s Dance EP – Top 10 Albums (Women of Country Music)
Secrets EP – #1 on AirPlay Direct Country/Alt Albums chart
Four singles reached #1 on international country charts

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