Rhythms and Algorithms: Reimagining Music with Artificial Intelligence

Ankit Desai is the founder and CEO of Snafu Records, the world's first AI-enabled record label. Snafu uses its AI algorithms to identify and nurture future superstar artists. Today, the company's star-studded roster counts over 20 Grammy nominations among it, and generates over a billion streams per year. Born and raised in Mumbai, Ankit studied at the Stockholm School of Economics and started his career at Universal Music in Scandinavia where he pioneered their digital strategy, working with artists like Avicii, Tove Lo, and Swedish House Mafia. He then moved to Capitol Records in Los Angeles for a year, before starting Snafu. Ankit is a recipient of the Nordic Music Business’ 20 Under 30 award, as well as Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe for his work with Snafu Records.

Arjun Kanungo, a prominent face in Indian pop music, a Mumbai-born singer and music composer, has carved a remarkable path in the music industry spanning nearly two decades. Starting from building recording studios at 17, he honed his skills as a recording engineer and producer before gaining prominence as a touring artist with Asha Bhosle. His breakout hit 'Baaki Baatein Peene Baad' in 2015 propelled him to stardom, followed by a series of chart-toppers like 'Fursat,' 'Aaya Na Tu,' and 'La La La,' showcasing his knack for blending catchy melodies with heartfelt lyrics.   Having collaborated with major music labels nationwide, Arjun is also a co-founder of One Mind Tech, a technology start-up that creates innovative music tech, aiming to globalize Indian music and artists.   With over 2.5 billion streams on digital platforms, Kanungo's appeal is global, underscored by his recent collaboration with Japanese pop artist Ren. This move exemplifies his willingness to innovate and explore new musical frontiers. As he continues to evolve and expand his influence, Arjun Kanungo remains a true visionary in music, poised to make even greater strides on the international stage.

Sunnyy Vyas is an entrepreneurial and driven creative marketing professional with over 18 years of experience in Brand Development and Strategic Marketing. His expertise lies in Creative Leadership, Strategy Development, and transforming Marketing Solutions from concepts to reality. With a knack for Project Management, brand image development, and fostering enduring Brand Relationships, he consistently delivers impactful results.   At present, Sunnyy steers the ship at Wynk Studio, a dynamic venture of Airtel Digital, overseeing content, community, long-tail label distribution, and podcast distribution. Fueled by a passion for music, he takes pride in nurturing talent, fostering collaborations, and contributing to success stories within the industry. Committed to propelling innovation and fostering growth in the music industry, Sunnyy eagerly anticipates continuing to make a positive impact.

Celebrated as one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women, Charlie Wall-Andrews is a faculty member at Toronto Metropolitan University. She was a Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholar. In her leadership role at SOCAN Foundation, she established many programs, such as the Creative Entrepreneur Incubator and Equity X Production Development Program, which prepare artists to turn their passion and talent into sustainable careers. She is on the Canada Council for the Arts Board of Directors and the inaugural Vice-Chair of Music Canada’s Advisory Council. In 2019, she was appointed a global Legacy Fellow for the Ariane de Rothschild Fellowship and is an associate composer at the Canadian Music Centre.

Rafael Pereira is an intellectual property strategist & web3 oracle working at the intersection of law & business relating to technology, entertainment, arts, & culture. He is the managing partner of TINNUTS a new age intellectual property law firm where he works with creators across disciplines and entrepreneurs across sectors. A Berkeley Law graduate, Rafael has built a career as an entrepreneur with multiple ventures in the creative industry in Asia & Europe. He advises the world's biggest artists, labels, publishers, distributors, & promoters on their business & legal affairs in Asia and occasionally treats his clientele to the best Indian food on the planet. His current mission is building the Indian Music Exchange as an industry-first export and mobility initiative with India International Music Week as its flagship project.