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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Speakers

Mandy GabrielVice President, Film TV & Advertising - CreativeUniversal Music Publishing Group

Mandy Gabriel is the Vice President of Advertising at Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), where she is responsible for the company's efforts to place its extensive song catalog in U.S. advertising campaigns and other media. With more than 15 years of experience in creative services, music supervision, licensing, and deal negotiation, she has built a strong reputation in the sync and branding world. Gabriel has been recognized by Billboard as a "Top Branding Power Player," "Women in Music honoree", and a member of its "40 Under 40" list, reflecting her impact in music publishing and media placement. In her role at UMPG, she drives high-profile sync deals and major brand campaigns, expanding the reach and visibility of the company's songwriters and artists while supporting UMPG's position as a global leader in music. Prior to joining UMPG, Gabriel spent several years at Kobalt in roles spanning licensing, income tracking, and rights management, and earlier in her career she held positions at Warner Bros. Entertainment.

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