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Join the Michigan Music Alliance for Business in the Key of D — a one-day music business and networking event designed to empower, educate and connect Michigan’s independent music community. Taking place in the heart of Detroit at Wayne State University, this day-long experience will bring together artists, producers, managers and industry professionals for a dynamic mix of panels, presentations and networking opportunities.Time & Location
Oct 17, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Schaver Hall - Wayne State University, 480 W Hancock St, Detroit, MI 48201, USA
Keynote Speakers:
- Ann Delisi
- Khary Kimani Turner
Presentations and panel discussions with:
- Kevin Kay
- Chris Simpson
- Yorg Kerasiotis
- Cal & Whitney Stone
- Jamie Wilkins
- Jason Gittenger
- Thomson Dawson
- Emily Rose
- Jill Jack
- Zach Taylor
- Jacki Daniels
- Jennifer HudsonPrenkert
- Julie Dilworth
- Thornetta Davis
- Kayleigh KAnn Daniels
- Jennifer Ko
- Jeremy Peters
- Carita Miller
- Handz Up Ced
- Dru Dada
- Notorious Pri
- Asaka The Renegade
Schedule of Events:
8:30 AM – Check In
9:00 AM – Welcome — MMA Executive Director - Nicholas Thomasma (Schaver Hall)
9:15 AM – Opening Keynote — Ann Delisi (Schaver Hall)
10:00 AM – Session 1
- Schaver Hall: How to Get Booked at the Festival hosted by Yorg Kerasiotis(Panel)
- Classroom 1343: Authentic Branding with Chris Simpson
- Classroom 1345: Detroit Music Census with Kevin Kay
11:15 AM – Session 2
- Schaver Hall: Campfire Sessions with Thomson Dawson
- Classroom 1343: Standing Gigs with Emily Rose
12:15 PM – Lunch Break
1:30 PM – Session 3
- Schaver Hall: Women in Music hosted by Jacki Daniels(Panel)
- Classroom 1343: Staying in the Game with Jill Jack
- Classroom 1345: EPK with Zach Taylor
2:45 PM – Session 4
- Schaver Hall: MORE THAN THE MUSIC: What the Industry Wishes Artists Knew hosted by Carita Miller (Panel)
- Classroom 1343: Sync Licensing with Jeremy Peters
- Classroom 1345: Social Media with Jenny Ko
4:00 PM — Closing Keynote: Khary Kimani Turner (Schaver Hall)
4:30 PM – Closing Remarks: Nicholas Thomasma (Schaver Hall)
New this year: Lunch is included with advanced registration!
Register NOW for Business in the Key of D!
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480 W Hancock St, Detroit, MI 48201-1208, United States
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