For candidates | Seat at the Table
“Boards need you and your experience, exactly as it is!”
Katie Manasse, MU Executive Committee
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Free guides, open to everyone. Start wherever you are.
Before you stand
Board 101
How boards work, what the roles mean, and how to hold your own in the room.
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When you stand
Build your campaign
Standing for election? Practical campaign-building materials from the Musicians’ Union Future Leaders programme.
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Once you’re in
Your first year
What to expect once you are appointed, and how to be effective early.
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Natalie Bibby · MPG Board Member
WOMEN IN THE ROOM
Ten women on music industry boards share how they got there and what they wish they had known sooner.
Ayanna Witter-Johnson
The Ivors Academy Board Member
Sometimes what makes the biggest difference isn’t having all the answers, but asking the question that hasn’t yet been asked.
Read her story
Becky Lees
BPI Board Member
Operational insight, creative judgment, relationship-building and problem-solving are all boardroom skills.
Read her story
Bishi
FAC Board Member
If you are thinking of joining a board, trust the strength and value of your experiences.
Read her story
Jackie Davidson MBE
PPL Board Member
There are options out there that we deserve to go for, and that are not out of reach.
Read her story
Jackie Joseph
AIM Board Member
Never be afraid to ask what seems the obvious question.
Read her story
Jill Hollywood
MMF Board Member
You don’t have to know everything. No one does!
Read her story
Katie Manasse
MU Executive Committee
Boards need you and your experience, exactly as it is!
Read her story
Maria Forte
MPA Board Member
Never underestimate yourself, your experience or your ability.
Read her story
Natalie Bibby
MPG Board Member
Do not wait until you feel ready.
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Stevie Spring CBE
Chair, PRS for Music
Say yes to a seat at the table.
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COMING IN 2027