Rights, Royalties, and Resilience: A Fireside Chat with Dawn Richard and Jamie Dominguez on Empowering Creators to Be Their Own CEO Presented by The Mechanical Licensing Collective

Join The MLC’s National Director of Industry Relations, Jamie Dominguez, and visionary artist and entrepreneur Dawn Richard for an inspiring fireside chat. This intimate conversation will explore the evolving landscape of the music industry, focusing on the intersection of artistry, music rights, and the power of creative independence.

Jamie will provide a behind-the-scenes look at The MLC’s mission to ensure songwriters and publishers receive their mechanical royalties from U.S. streaming services and will offer practical tools and resources to help artists understand their rights and monetize their music.

Drawing from her experience as a founding member of Danity Kane and her bold journey as an independent solo artist, Dawn will share how she has navigated the complexities of the commercial music world and ultimately built a multi-dimensional career on her own terms. From self-releasing critically acclaimed genre-bending albums to launching her own vegan food business in New Orleans, Dawn exemplifies what it means to be a modern creator fully in control of her art and brand. Whether you’re a songwriter, performer, or music industry professional, this discussion will offer valuable insights into how creators can own their paths, protect their rights, and build sustainable careers in today’s ever-shifting musical landscape.