Billboard Canada Managers to Watch 2025
By Richard Trapunski, Peony Hirwani
Introducing: Billboard Canada's Managers to Watch 2025.
Managers are the unsung heroes of the music industry. They are the hard-working decision makers behind some of the country's most beloved artists. They make deals, orchestrate partnerships and make key strategic decisions. And though fans rarely know their names, they are key to the success of Canadian musicians. They don't do it for personal glory, but to fulfill artistic visions that can break barriers and move millions.
These talented managers on the rise have helped some of the biggest artists tour stadiums, stun at the Met Gala or go Gold without any label support. That's an extra feat in Canada, where managers often have to navigate a tight-knit industry and geographic barriers to breakout success. Here, they share their tips for people new to the business and those who want to help introduce their artists to a global audience.
Billboard Canada Managers to Watch will expand to Canada with a special event this Wednesday (June 11) in partnership with Music Managers Forum Canada as part of NXNE. Find more details at nxne.com
