New in the Conference Line-up
As the Reeperbahn Festival 2025 draws ever closer, so does the conference – and with it, the bright minds driving the music and creative industries forward. This panel of speakers brings together decades of live expertise, innovative perspectives on diversity and inclusion, and visionary work in labeling and communication.
Leona Walter – Senior Artist & Label Manager at Bamboo Artists. She is responsible for product management at Zartmann, Sampagne, and Aaron, and organizes an annual FLINTA* artist camp.
Dr. Sara Furr – DEI consultant and founder of Mayari Coaching & Consulting. Her work focuses on identity-conscious, fair and sustainable corporate cultures.
Stefanie Kim – Music executive and strategist specialising in pop culture, purpose and politics. As the first Asian executive at a European major label, she established the industry's first DEI role in Europe.
Harvey Goldsmith – legendary music promoter and producer of global milestones such as Live Aid, Live 8, and the Led Zeppelin reunion show. Today he works with Hans Zimmer, Andrea Bocelli and David Gilmour, among others.
Also newly confirmed:
- Daniela Stork (Executive Director Booking, Ticketing & Special Events, D.LIVE)
- Philipp Jacob-Pahl (Director Live, Budde Talent Agency)
- Prof. Dr. Nina Schneider (Popakademie Baden-Württemberg)
- Sophie Urquhart (Music Supervisor, Tin Drum Music)
- Robert Witoschek (International Campus Dean, BIMM University Berlin)
- Johannes Everke (Managing Director, BDKV)
- Ronny Krieger (Board, VUT)
- Till Tillmann (Managing Director, hooman EMPLOYER MARKETING)
Many more speakers will follow in the coming weeks. Stay Tuned!
