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Power, passion, and unstoppable vision—these women led the charge for a record-breaking year at SMP we’re honored to celebrate them as part of Billboard’s Women in Music! ?? Katie Welle, President, Head of U.S. A&R Maggie Martin, VP, Creative Marketing - Film & TV Anna Weisband, VP, Creative A&R Nashville Scout Easley, Senior Director, Creative A&R Monica Jordan, Director, Craarive US Latin Veronica Vaccarezza, SVP, Buisness Development, US Latin

"I live by this saying, ‘It doesn’t matter how many times you fall, it only matters how many times you get up’. I’ve learned how resilient I am. I didn’t realize that I was this mentally tough. I’ve definitely learned that losing today doesn’t mean you lose in the long run." - SMP Senior Director of Creative A&R, Shauni Caballero

?????? iHeartRadio ?????????????????? - Lady Gaga ?? “Innovation isn’t about breaking rules. It’s about writing your own, and convincing the world they were theirs all along...If I’ve learned anything in the 3 decades I’ve been at this, it’s that the most powerful innovation is your authenticity. Every time I was the only woman in the room, the loudest voice was inside my own head telling me not to compromise. Listening to that voice always showed me exactly where I belonged.”?

“Sevdaliza is a one of one artist and songwriter who has forged a path for herself unlike anyone else. Sevda’s relentless pursuit of creative excellence in every aspect is unmatched, and we are honored to be part of her team as she enters this exciting stage in her career!” - SMP Senior Manager, Creative A&R,?Adam Ikner

“We’re delighted to expand our partnership with Billy, an extraordinary songwriter whose music speaks to all generations. Representing Billy’s catalog continues to be one of our greatest privileges and we are honored that he’s entrusted us to champion these treasured songs. We are also delighted to welcome Ezra, and we look forward to supporting him as he builds his songwriting career.” - Brian J. Monaco

From Argentina to Australia and Canada to South Africa, we celebrate women every day. But on this International Women’s Day, we especially honor every songwriter, composer, and artist whose songs uplift, resonate with, and empower us all—every day! These are just a special few ??

We couldn't be more proud to be named Regional Mexican Publisher of the Year — an honor that wouldn't be possible without our incredible songwriters!

Tate McRae is the top musical act in the U.S. the first time after a big week on the Billboard charts ?? Her new album,?'So Close to What,' debuts at No. 1 on the #Billboard200, sending 11 songs from the set to the #Hot100. More on this week's Artist 100 chart: https://lnkd.in/eD4xjprb

This Women's History Month, we acknowledge the remarkable women whose contributions have shaped and made an indelible mark on the world. ? Elevate—SMG’s theme for all 2025 heritage recognitions—celebrates diverse perspectives and innovation, fostering belonging and excellence.

Wale Davies?first met Nigerian singer?Tems?in 2018, shortly after she released her first single, the stirringly plaintive “Mr. Rebel.” “I’m always attracted to music that makes me feel something, so when I heard the first single, what I felt was somebody singing for their life — she meant every word she was singing in that song,” he shared. Davies, who co-manages Tems with?Muyiwa Awoniyi, has been with the singer ever since — and has watched her grow into one of the biggest African artists on the planet. "I've worked in the music space in Nigeria for quite a long time, and I've never seen anybody grow and accelerate that quickly,” he says. Now, all that success helps Davies earn the title of?Billboard’s Executive of the Week. He discusses Tems’ rise as an artist, the work that went into her 2024 debut album?‘Born In the Wild,’ the record-breaking success of “Wait 4 U,” the rise of African music in the U.S. & more:?https://lnkd.in/ecBd2XW4