Industry experts Charles Goldstuck, Managing Partner, GoldState Music, and Michael Poster, Chair of Music Acquisitions & Financing and Partner, Michelman & Robinson, LLP, were joined by Grammy nominee, singer, songwriter, producer, and wellness advocate Mike Posner on Friday afternoon for “Bringing Creative Talent to Music Investments.” After conquering goals including writing hit songs, walking across the United States, and climbing Mount Everest, Posner decided he wanted to learn more about asset allocation. Posner met with Goldstuck, and the two developed a mutually beneficial relationship. Throughout the panel, the three discussed the intersection of creativity and strategy in music investments, with Posner providing creative insight to Goldstuck and his investment portfolio knowledge. Goldstuck believes a lasting business strategy emphasizes that long-term success relies on more than just financial returns, stating, “Mike is a very important part of how we think about things because we want his creative opinion on the repertoire and whether we want to buy a catalog or not.” Posner has sold a portion of his catalog, and explained his journey from artist to investor, noting that his passion for music led him to seek meaningful partnerships. He highlighted the importance of working with high-integrity partners like Goldstuck, who care about music beyond its financial value. Posner commented, “artists are conduits in the divine like delicate flowers who you want to protect, so one cannot recommend someone without high integrity.” Goldstuck is also selective about his partners, as he believes investments go beyond monetary investments and create relationships between people. Goldstuck’s tip to anyone who seeks to invest in artists is to really commit to the business. Commitment forces one to prioritize partnerships and community. By merging Posner’s creativity with Charles’s strategies and experience, they have built a perfect harmony and ensure that the artists’ legacies are being honored and respected. Isis Alava & Joowon P.
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Posting on behalf of Music Australia: Make it count and participate in the Australian Music Economic Impact Study. Disabled musicians make up an important part of Australia’s music sector. But this contribution is not always recognised. Music Australia wants to ensure your work is counted in the first ever national, industry-wide picture of music in Australia, in all its breadth and complexity. The results will provide information to help us all advocate for the best outcomes for the music industry. It will also inform decisions about funding and investment. Help ensure the results are reflective of the entire music community by sharing your part of the story and completing this survey. The core part of the survey should take 5-10 minutes to complete, a little longer if you wear multiple industry ‘hats’. You will also be invited to answer some more questions if you have time. The survey is anonymous and confidential, so you won’t need to give your name. Click on the link below by 30 September to ensure your contribution is included. https://lnkd.in/g5ieFTep
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