On Thursday, May 7, SAE Institute of Technology Miami partnered with Women in Music to host Building the Artist: Women Shaping the Future of Music, an inspiring morning dedicated to empowering the next generation of women in the music industry.
Held at the SAE Institute Miami campus from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., the event brought together artists, producers, engineers, students, and creatives of all levels for meaningful conversations, networking opportunities, and insight from women making an impact across every corner of the industry.
Guests enjoyed a morning filled with engaging panel discussions, brunch, networking, exclusive swag giveaways, and opportunities to connect with industry professionals who are actively shaping the future of music from both the creative and business sides.
The panel featured an accomplished group of women representing a wide range of roles in the music and entertainment industry, including A&R, public relations, label leadership, artist strategy, communications, and songwriting.
Featured panelists included:
Michelle Sanz – Singer/Songwriter, Entotal Agency
Barbie Rivas – Head of Label and Artist Development at 305 Records
Alexia Prock – Founder & CEO of TYA Entertainment
Diana Mayorga – Bilingual Entertainment & Communications Specialist
Marsha Sealy – Founder and Chief Audit Executive at MCS Enterprise
Michelle Velez – Director of Artist Strategy and Partnerships at NuLife Entertainment
Throughout the discussion, panelists shared personal experiences, career advice, and valuable insight into navigating today’s evolving music industry. From building artist brands and developing talent to understanding the business side of entertainment, attendees walked away with knowledge and inspiration from women who continue to lead and innovate within their respective fields.
The event created a welcoming and collaborative environment where students and aspiring professionals were able to engage directly with industry leaders, ask questions, and build connections that could support their future careers.
SAE Institute Miami is proud to continue creating opportunities that connect students and the local creative community with real-world industry experiences. Partnering with organizations like Women in Music helps foster important conversations, celebrate diverse voices, and inspire the next generation of music industry professionals.
Thank you to all of the panelists, attendees, and partners who made Building the Artist: Women Shaping the Future of Music such a memorable and impactful event.
For more information about SAE Institute or our programs in Audio, visit us online at usa.sae.edu or connect with us on social media @saeinstituteusa.
