ADVANCE is Canada’s Black music business collective.
We are a community leading the change in developing an infrastructure for the betterment, upliftment, and retention of Black people in the music business.
Mission
To help foster an environment within the Canadian music industry that improves, promotes, and better retains Black employees and partners.
Vision
Creating conditions for long-term success by addressing racial equality and inclusivity through three areas: Advocacy, Mentorship, and Community Outreach.
Our Board
Vivian Barclay
Music Publishing Executive
Jamelia Campbell
Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications
CARAS/The JUNO Awards
David ‘Click’ Cox
Manager/Consultant
CLK Creative Works
Kardinal Offishall
Global A&R
Def Jam Recordings
Erin Lowers
Music Lead, Global Public Policy & Product
TikTok
Craig Mannix
Vice President of A&R, Black Music
Universal Music Canada
Miro Oballa
Partner
Taylor Oballa Murray Leland LLP
Carey Riley
Marketing Director
Sony Music Canada
Donald Robins
National Director, Radio Promotions
Warner Music Canada
Oko Shio
President
Music By Numbers
Micah Smith
Founder
Crescendo Fest