Important topics discussed this year will included industry diversity, mental health, safety, insurance, economic impact of live entertainment, booking, artist development, ticketing, and the role of live entertainment in policymaking. Each keynote panel featured prominent industry leaders, members of the media, recording artists, and NIVA members. NIVA ‘23 also gave members the opportunity to engage with NIVA’s federal and national partners on Capitol Hill, in the Administration, and throughout the Capitol
In addition to a full slate of programming, there were live performances and a gala to celebrate live entertainment’s contribution to the nation. The events took place at multiple NIVA music and comedy venues across Washington, D.C. During the evenings, attendees took advantage of concerts and performances taking place every night of the conference.
On the final day of the NIVA conference, July 12, NIVA organized our first-ever in-person Congressional “Fly-In” on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. The goal of this Fly-In was to build on the foundation of the Save Our Stages campaign to ensure independent venues, festivals, and promoters continue to be a part of federal policymaking.