All About Artist Management
Conference
Line-up
Brett Fischer (Co-Founder (The Circuit Group), US) / David Gray (Co-Founder, The Circuit Group, AYITA, GB) / Dean Wilson (CEO, Seven20, CA) / Harvey Tadman (Co-Founder - The Circuit Group, AYITA, GB) / James Sutcliffe (Chief Innovation Officer, The Circuit Group, GB) / Mike Kadziulis (The Circuit Group, US) / Noelle Van Nostrand (Artist Management, AYITA, US)
All About Artist Management
Speakers: Brett Fischer, Dean Wilson, Harvey Tadman, David Gray, James, Mike Kadziulis, and Noelle Van Nostrand
Behind every successful artist is a dedicated team that helps turn creative vision into reality and build a fruitful career. A crucial part of that team is the artist manager—sometimes the business partner, frequently the strategist, often a beacon to share the ups and downs with, and always the consistent support. But what does it actually mean to be an artist manager?
Los Angeles-based The Circuit Group has been representing, managing, and promoting some of the top-billing artists for decades. Joining us at ADE Lab are six of their artist managers: Brett Fischer, Dean Wilson, Harvey Tadman, David Gray, James, Mike Kadziulis, and Noelle Van Nostrand—each responsible for managing artists such as Deadmau5, Aluna & AlunaGeorge, Anabel Englund, Saffron Stone, Chris Lake, and the management company itself, to name a few. Together, the team will pull back the curtain and reveal what goes on behind the scenes, from finding the right artist to connect with, to building a long-term artist career focused on making dreams come true.
Have you always wanted to ask a seasoned artist manager about what it takes to become one—or maybe even what to expect from one? This is your chance to dive in!
Please note: This session is designed as a hands-on workshop with limited capacity to enhance creativity and collaboration. Sign-up forms will be available at the registration desk at Het Groene Paleis (Nes, 42) on the day of the event. Sign-ups open at 10:00 and will be on a first-come, first-served basis until all spots are filled.
You need a valid ADE Pro, Lab or Lab Day Pass to be able to attend the session!
Kickstart your electronic music career at ADE Lab!
Kickstart your electronic music career at ADE Lab!
October 22nd 〰 26th, 2025
Are you an (aspiring) producer, DJ, musician, visual artist, creator or all-round electronic music enthusiast, and are you keen to learn more about your field and industry? Good news: ADE Lab returns with a program full of activities and experiences focused on the entire spectrum of creative disciplines in electronic music to help you push your music career forward.
Kickstart your electronic music career at ADE Lab!
Kickstart your electronic music career at ADE Lab!
October 22nd 〰 26th, 2025
Are you an (aspiring) producer, DJ, musician, visual artist, creator or all-round electronic music enthusiast, and are you keen to learn more about your field and industry? Good news: ADE Lab returns with a program full of activities and experiences focused on the entire spectrum of creative disciplines in electronic music to help you push your music career forward.
Conference FAQ
ADE PRO
Join us at the Felix Meritis for the full ADE Pro programme. The conference is set to be extended by an additional day, taking place from ADE Wednesday to Saturday. Just down the road the prestigious Andaz Amsterdam by Hyatt Hotels is transformed to a buzzing network & business hub from Wednesday to Friday.
ADE LAB
ADE Lab returns with a four-day programme from ADE Wednesday to Saturday at the Brakke grond and many more venues around the Amsterdam Nes area.
We do not sell ADE Conference only or Day Passes. The only way to get access to the ADE Pro Conference is the ADE Pro Pass.
Tickets for the specialist sessions and ADE Lab can be found on the ticket page.
These were the ADE Pro Pass benefits of 2024. Benefits of the ADE 2025 Pro Pass are yet to be announced.
✓ Valid all 5 days of ADE
✓ Access to all conference tracks: ADE Pro, Lab, Green, Beats & more
✓ Access to all Network events, matchmakings & Business Hubs
✓ Access to ADE Pro's networking database
✓ Access to ADE Festival and Arts & Culture program
✓ The official ADE x G-Star RAW 2024 Bagpack
✓ Travel for free during ADE with GVB
✓ Train like a Pro with TrainMore
and more benefits ...
Our conferences are accessible for all ages in general. Do note that when alcoholic beverages are served, access can be denied.
Happy to see your interest in enhancing and contributing to our Conference program! To submit your conference ideas or panel suggestions for ADE 2025, we kindly ask you to fill in this form: https://wkf.ms/4gUA9oW
Our Conference team will review all proposals. If your idea stands out and sparks their interest, the team will reach out to you. Keep in mind that we receive numerous submissions, so using this application form doesn't guarantee selection. We appreciate your understanding.
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