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About Kennedy Murphy Creative Director - Spirit Music Group Wilmington, Delaware native, Kennedy Murphy, made her way to Nashville after earning a Music Business degree from Drexel University. While studying, Kennedy’s love for songs and artist development was solidified during her time interning at Big Deal Music in New York City. After graduation, Kennedy landed her first publishing job working as A&R/Creative Coordinator at Back Blocks Music. In her role

About Halle Bartlett Creative Coordinator - One Riot Music Halle Bartlett is a dynamic force within the Nashville music publishing community, recognized for her unwavering commitment to empowering songwriters and fostering creative excellence. Working in creative at One Riot Music Publishing, she brings a unique blend of passion and industry insight to her role. Halle's journey into Nashville's music industry began at Belmont University's respected Music Business program. She quickly

About Akira Hori Catalog and Project Manager - Hori Global Entertainment kira Hori is the Catalog and Project Manager at Hori Global Entertainment, where he works alongside Butch Baker on catalog management, pitching, talent scouting, publishing negotiations, and the launch of the company’s new record label. Raised in the industry by his father, Kaz Hori—founder of HoriPro (now Hori Global)—and longtime mentor Butch Baker, Akira’s love for songwriting and songwriters

About Butch Baker Senior VP/Co-Owner - Hori Global Music Publishing Butch Baker is currently head of Hori Global Music Publishing and is working with the same partners that he had incredible success with at Hori Pro Music Publishing (purchased by MoJo Music in 2019). Butch lead the transition and MoJo for a couple of years until he was approached to put his over 20 years of industry experience to work