A Conference on the Business of Entertainment in Seattle

Join a panel of experts and industry leaders as they discuss the city’s evolving entertainment landscape and its business impact in Entertainment Evolved: A Conference on the Business of Entertainment. 

Discover insights on AI's impact on content creation and distribution, strategies for engaging Gen Z audiences and innovative business models shaping the industry's future. 

Finally, enjoy the performance after the panel discussion as rising Seattle alt-rock band King Youngblood takes to the stage!

Pre-pandemic, Seattle's performing arts sector generated a reported $500 million annually in direct and indirect economic activity. In 2023, the city was ranked among the top 10 concert markets in the country. As the industry continues is gradual recovery, what challenges do Seattle artists, venues, producers and other stakeholders face to grow and thrive in an increasingly complex landscape?

Panelists

• Rosie Selle, VP Marketing, Climate Pledge Arena

• Val Foster, Production Director, The Crocodile Venues

• James Gore, President, Ariel Media

• Erin Saunderson, Event Production, Connors & Co

• Jackson Cooper, Executive Director, American Genre Film

• Cameron Lavi-Jones, Bandleader, King Youngblood

James Miles, Hiphop Pedagogy Academic, former Executive Director, Bumbershoot and Assistant Professor, Master in Fine Arts Leadership program at Seattle University, will be the Master of Ceremonies.

Parking

Please refer to this campus map to find parking options at Seattle University. A list of all parking lots is on page 3. More information on the university's parking is available on the visitor parking section of the website.

For instructions on how to get to Seattle University, please refer to this page on commuting to SU.

About the Organizers

Entertainment Evolved is a conference collaboration of Seattle University’s MBA in Sport and Entertainment and Master of Fine Arts Leadership programs.

About Seattle University's MBA in Sport and Entertainment Management

Seattle University’s MBA in Sport and Entertainment Management propels students into the dynamic intersection of business and the exhilarating world of sports and entertainment. The comprehensive curriculum is designed to hone managerial skills while immersing students in the unique challenges of this industry. Gain insights into sports marketing, event management and the financial intricacies that drive success in the field. The program equips students with the skills to navigate the complexities of sports organizations, entertainment companies and the ever-evolving landscape of digital media. Online option available.