Join W San Francisco on Thursday, May 7th for What She Said, Women in Music – an evening for cocktails and conversation to inspire, connect, and learn from fearless female leaders in the Music industry.
Originating at W San Francisco with its launch in 2016, What She Said is a W Hotels & Resorts branded series featuring conversations among women that celebrate individuality, inclusivity, and honesty, tackling the issues of today from work, love, play and everything in between. The platform, which has since been adopted by W hotels worldwide, offers a safe space to drive progress in the gender equality movement and cultivate community with open conversations that inspire, educate, and enlighten.
Your ticket includes entry to the panel discussion, a complimentary beverage, light bites, a curated gift bag, and an experience to connect and network.
MODERATOR:
Lauren Spalding
A music industry professional, educator, and co-founder of FEMME HOUSE, a nonprofit focused on creating more equitable opportunities for women and gender-expansive individuals in music.
PANELISTS:
Tina Davis
An accomplished record label executive, artist manager and entrepreneur, she’s held high positions in the industry for over three decades granting her a lasting legacy. As president of the leading independent label EMPIRE since 2018, Davis has played a pivotal role in influencing the artistic evolution of the label’s sound and strategy.
Terri Winston
Executive director and founder of Women's Audio Mission (WAM), a San Francisco-based nonprofit that trains over 3,000 underrepresented women and girls every year to become the next generation of music producers and recording engineers.
Lara Fox
Vice President of Global Partnerships at AEG Presents, the largest live events company in the world, home to festivals like Coachella, Stagecoach, Tyler the Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw, Portola and more. Previously, she led a team as the vice president of style and culture at Complex Networks and spent 11 years building brand partnerships and consumer experiences that reached a worldwide and diverse youth audiences.
Danae Labrana
Singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, as well as the Marketing and Promotions Director at Audacy San Francisco, the parent company of Bay Area radio stations Alice 97.3, KCBS, 102 JAMS, 95.7 The Game, and the legendary LIVE 105.
Kaleena Zanders
Prolific vocalist, songwriter, DJ, producer, and entertainer who captivates audiences with her commanding stage presence, eclectic musicality, and powerhouse vocals inspired by legends like Chaka Khan, Whitney Houston, and Aretha Franklin, all layered over expansive electronic production.
This year, a portionof proceeds will be donated to San Francisco Community Music Center (SFCMC)
