ADVANCE is Canada’s Black music business collective.
We are a community leading the change in developing an infrastructure for the betterment, upliftment, and retention of Black people in the music business.
Mission
To help foster an environment within the Canadian music industry that improves, promotes, and better retains Black employees and partners.
Vision
Creating conditions for long-term success by addressing racial equality and inclusivity through three areas: Advocacy, Mentorship, and Community Outreach.
Our Board
Vivian Barclay
Managing Director
Warner Chappell Music Canada
Craig Mannix
Vice President, Black Music
Universal Music Canada
Miro Oballa
Partner
Taylor Oballa Murray Leyland LLP
Kardinal Offishall
Global A&R
Def Jam Recordings
Carey Riley
Director, Artist Marketing
Sony Music Entertainment
Erin Lowers
Artist Partnerships Lead
TikTok Canada
Jamelia Campbell
Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications
CARAS/The JUNO Awards
Aidan Sykes
Artist Marketing Manager
Sony Music Entertainment
Oko Shio
President, Managing Director
Music by Numbers
Nate Sabine
Director of Business Development
Blueprint