Friday 16th May 2025 – A full day of talks, discussions, case studies and insights presented by NTIA
THE COLLABORATOR
Night Time Industries Association
Night Time Industries Association is a membership organisation representing over 100 nightclubs, live music venues from around the country and are the voice of the night time community. They lobby the government, authorities and other key departments to change policy and regulations.
THE MAIN THEMES OF THE DAY
Collaborative Dialogues – the Future of Music, Identity, and Community
– Decentralising Music: How Local Scenes Empower Global Change
– Intersectional Activism: Music as a Vehicle for Social Change
– Diversity on Stage and Behind the Scenes
THE SESSIONS
Breaking Down Barriers: Do Young People Still Go Out?
Are young people still going out, or has socialising moved online? This panel explores the changing habits of younger generations, examining the impact of social media, streaming, and rising living costs on nightlife and in-person gatherings. Experts, industry leaders, and young voices will discuss whether traditional venues remain relevant, what barriers prevent young people from going out, and how events and spaces can evolve to stay engaging. From virtual connections to real-world experiences, the conversation will uncover the future of socialising and what it means for nightlife, entertainment, and community spaces in an increasingly digital world.
Moderator : Franklin Boateng (King of Trainers)
Speakers: Carly Heath (NTE Advisor Bristol) – Alex Morrison (Founder Obsurvant) – Sam Spencer (Head of Operations Broadwick Live) – George Fleming (Founder – Save Our Scene)
Diversity on Stage and Behind the Scenes
The music industry is working toward inclusivity, but true diversity requires representation on stage, in the boardroom, and behind the scenes. This panel explores actionable strategies for ensuring that marginalised voices have a say in how music is created, distributed, and celebrated. Panelists will discuss existing barriers to inclusivity and initiatives designed to create a more inclusive environment for artists, managers, and executives across all identities and orientations.
Moderator – Jonathan Dillon (Stonewall)
Mica Sefia (Project Coordinator – Black Lives in Music)
Eunice Obianagha – (Head of Diversity – UK Music)
Ammo Talwar – (Punch Records)
Nazlı Yırtar – (Warner Music Group’s Emerging Markets Regional Marketing Director)
Decentralising Music: How Local Scenes Empower Global Change
The UK’s local music scenes have been driving forces behind global musical trends. This panel examines how grassroots music communities can wield real influence, with a focus on advocating for fairer policies, nurturing creative communities, and creating sustainable futures for local artists. Panelists will share case studies from cities across the UK to illustrate the power of regional voices in global music culture.
Moderator – Lutz Leichsenring (VibeLab Founder)
Nadeem Din Gabisi (Story Teller / Poet & Film Producer) – Kit Muir Rogers (GigPig) – Sally Oakenfold (Music Venue Alliance) – Michael Kill – Vice President International Nightlife Association
Understanding Gen Z: The Future of Music Discovery and Consumption
As the music industry rapidly evolves, so do the ways audiences find and interact with music. This panel will unveil fresh insights from an in-depth nationwide study of young listeners conducted by the BPI, Gen Z specialists lemontank and marketing strategy experts Blackstar Agency. We explore the latest trends shaping music discovery, consumption and fan engagement among 18-25 year olds.
Moderator – Michael Kill CEO NTIA
Jacob Rickard – (Founder & Director – Lemontank) – Róisín Warner – (Head of Marketing – Blackstar Agency) – Breyner Baptista – (Innovation & Culture Director – Blackstar Agency)
THE LOGISTICS
Night Time Industries Association will be at The Great Escape Conference on Friday 16th May 2025 at the Leonardo Royal Waterfront Hotel in Brighton and is open to anyone with a TGE delegate or conference pass.