Tom Silverman is the founder of Tommy Boy and has served as CEO since 1981. He has over 30 years experience in the hip-hop, urban, alternative, dance, rock and gospel music markets. He founded Dance Music Report in 1978, the preeminent newsletter for DJs for over 15 years. He was a founder and partner in the legendary New Music Seminar, the world’s seminal music industry convention through the 80’s and is Co Executive Director of the recently revived New Music Seminar. Mr. Silverman serves on the board of RIAA, Sound Exchange, American Association of Independent Music (A2IM), Merlin and has served for many years on NAIRD/AFIM board, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and the Dance Music Hall of Fame, as well as the NARM Manufacturer’s Advisory Board. Tom was the recipient of the NARAS Heroes Award in 2000. From humble beginnings New Music Seminar became the biggest and most important convention in the music industry; its combination of panels, workshops and live showcases became the industry model. Silverman is a founding member of the American Asso of Independent Music and Merlin; sits on the board of SoundExchange, RIAA and has served on the boards of NARM, NAIRD, AFIM, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Dance Music Hall of Fame.
Anthony Cordova is a forward-thinker with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry, currently as Vice President of Artist Relations at Charity Partners, a free fundraising platform created to increase critical funding to some of the world's most admired charities and foundations. Anthony is the Founder & Principal of Story Road Entertainment, a Los Angeles-based artist management company with clientele that includes American Idol and TV Personality, Kimberly Caldwell. Previously, Anthony served as Director of Entertainment Marketing and Business Development for Yahoo! where he led the division to exceed first year revenue projections by 300%. Prior to Yahoo! Anthony was General Manager at Radar Records. He is the founder of the New Atlantians, a men's fraternal, social, and philanthropic network with chapters in Silicon Valley and Los Angeles.
Scott Fox is a serial startup executive, online marketing expert, podcaster, and advisor to entrepreneurs and celebrities such as Bill O’Reilly and Larry King. He is the original "Click Millionaire" and the host of the Internet lifestyle entrepreneur and online marketing forum at ClickMillionaires.com. Scott's work been covered by the New York Times, Boston Globe, LA Business Journal, Wall Street Journal, Toronto's Globe & Mail, Forbes, Smart Money and SUCCESS magazines. He is also the best-selling author of three books, including the recently released "Click Millionaires: Work Less and Live More with an Internet Lifestyle Business You Love". You can hear Kelli Richards' entire interview series on her website at http://AllAccessGroup.com under the Resources Tab / BlogTalkRadio.
Freddie Ravel is an award-winning jazz composer, pianist and educator who uses his lifelong passion for music to teach business leaders how to bring dissonance into harmony. A 10/21/13 All Access Radio Interview Freddie began performing worldwide with Brazilian master Sergio Mendes at the age of 23. He released three chart-topping solo albums, including the #1 hit in America, "Sunny Side Up", and his concert appearances have spanned three decades across six continents. After making music with legends like Earth, Wind & Fire, Madonna, Prince, Quincy Jones, and Carlos Santana, in 2002 Freddy bridged his career from international music icons to the visionary business leaders of our time with the launch of his business, TUNE UP to Success – empowering personal and professional growth through music.