Justin Clark is a crucial Canadian voice behind one of the most important independent country labels. As Big Loud Records’ label manager, the 26-year-old Ottawa-born executive has played a key role in launching one of the year’s biggest albums in Canada: Morgan Wallen’s chart-topping I’m The Problem. He’s also ushering in new talent, helping rising acts like Thelma & James, who earned their first gold record in Canada with the viral “Happy Ever After You” this year. Clark’s commitment to his artists’ success and connecting them with their fans is making a lasting impact that transcends the Canadian border.

“From load‑in to label strategy, I’ve seen local moments become global momentum,” he says. It’s been an impressive rise, from becoming one of Cirque Du Soleil's youngest touring members in the company's history (yes, really) to rising through the ranks at Big Loud since joining in 2020.