Asa Dyradottir

The story of Burning Man. A city in the desert. A culture of possibility. A network of dreamers and doers. 

Keynote by **Bryant Tan** a.k.a. Level, Associate Director of City Planning, Burning Man

Followed by a panel discussion with experts on the field. Music, arts and culture pave the way - on islands, in cities and deserts. We discuss the work with communities, neighbourhoods, municipalities and regions and we discuss the value as well as the challenges of bringing people together, we discuss sustainability, future and significance of music communities and events.

Speakers:
- **Ása Dýradóttir**, Head of Reykjavik Music City
- **Lutz Leichsenring**, Co-founder of VibeLab, Night Time Culture consultancy
- **Paap Uspenski**, Founder of I Land Sound Festival 
- **Liina Maria Lepik**, Member of the Board, Enterprise Estonia

Moderator:  
- **Lena Ingwersen**, CEO of Music Cities Network


Music Cities: From Deserts to Cities – Music & Culture Pave the Way. The story of Burning Man

In the fast-paced world of the music industry, where irregular hours, intense competition, extensive travel, and often extravagant social events are the norm, prioritising mental well-being is paramount. From the pressures of relentless schedules to the temptations of substances at social gatherings, maintaining both physical and mental fitness is essential for thriving in this environment. How to build resilience to cope and find ways to mitigate stress in the music industry? 

This panel takes a look at the root causes of mental health challenges and provides solutions to take care of oneself.

Speakers:
- **Tamsin Embleton**, Founder of Music Industry Therapist Collective
- **Aleksandra Denda**, Founder of Syncup
- **Asa Dyradottir**, Head of Reykjavik Music City
- **Henrik Ehte**, Head of Funk Embassy and Selektor Studio

Moderator: 
- **Ingrid Stroom**, Production coordinator at Thrust Productions 


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