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We are thrilled to welcome the team of shesaid.so Finland!

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shesaid.so Finland is a platform for underrepresented professionals in the Finnish music industry. Known for its diverse musical heritage, from classical to heavy metal, Finland now hosts this chapter to strengthen international connections. It aims to create an inclusive and supportive environment for women, non-binary individuals, and allies in the Finnish music scene.

The chapter’s founders, Lilli Keh and Maiju Talvisto, are committed to creating a space where equality and cultural diversity are at the forefront of the industry’s evolution.

“The purpose of the Finland chapter is not only to drive progress within our local music scene but also to significantly support international initiatives and share networks. We aim to be a supportive force for professionals and their teams, bringing to Finland a chapter where equality and the promotion of cultural diversity are central,” say Keh and Talvisto.

The shesaid.so Finland chapter is dedicated to empowering its members through a variety of initiatives. These include a range of events designed to facilitate learning, connection, and inspiration as well as curated panels and workshops.

shesaid.so Finland aims to support emerging artists and create opportunities for members to engage in discussions about gender inequality and cultural diversity in the music industry. For professionals in Finland's music scene, joining shesaid.so Finland provides a chance to participate in a global initiative driving change in these areas.

Meet the Founders

The launch of shesaid.so Finland is spearheaded by two accomplished professionals who have made significant contributions to the industry:

Maiju Talvisto

Maiju Talvisto is a seasoned live music professional with over 15 years of experience in the music festival scene focusing on artist administration, production, and hospitality. Her leadership at Flow Festival Helsinki has been instrumental in elevating artist relations processes, and she has been a key figure in advocating for safer working conditions for women and minorities backstage.

Maiju’s dedication to promoting a socially sustainable music industry has solidified her reputation as a trusted expert and advisor, with her recent contribution to Yourope’s 3F Diversity & Inclusion Toolset. Her debut book, At the backstage - The Artist Producer’s Handbook, published in 2022, has become an essential resource in the industry. Maiju has received several honors, including Professional of the Year in Arts (2019) and Production Manager of the Year in 2019 and 2022.

Lilli Keh

Lilli Keh is a professional in the entertainment industry, known for her expertise in artist management and marketing. Her strategic insights have helped shape the careers of artists like OLGA, F, Malla, and Slani. Lilli’s recognition as a Nordic Music Biz Top 20 Under 30 and Manager of the Year in 2023 underscores her influence in the Finnish entertainment scene. She is committed to promoting cultural diversity and fostering global collaboration, making her a vital figure in shaping an inclusive and dynamic cultural landscape in Finland.

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Welcome shesaid.so Nashville!

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We’re excited to announce the newest chapter of shesaid.so in Nashville, Tennessee!

Chapter leaders Jenny Reader and Kiki O’Connell are both Brits now living in Nashville and were united via shesaid.so earlier this year, both fueled by the mission to create an extension of the family in Music City. 

Having carved different paths within the music industry - Jenny with almost two decades in the independent sector of recorded music as a marketer, and Kiki as an artist, producer and people, operations & culture executive - they are excited to bring their unique perspective to the community.

The chapter will have a regular mixer for members, as well as holding workshops, events and showcases to provide a valuable network and support system in Nashville. 

If you’re interested in joining the Nashville chapter please follow/DM them on Instagram @shesaidsonashville - and save the date for their first mixer on Thursday, September 21. 

If you know anyone who is local to Nashville and in the music industry, direct them to the sign up page to join the community as well.

We can't wait to see what the Nashville chapter accomplishes!

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Read more about Jenny & Kiki.

We are thrilled to welcome the team of shesaid.so Miami

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Launched in 2023 by AJ Alvarez, Francesca Aquino, and Adel Hattem, the chapter was established out of a need for a community of women and gender non-conforming people in all areas of the music industry.

Miami is full of vibrant and effervescent energy, and so the aspiration is to create a secure and inclusive environment where like-minded people can come together, communicate openly, exchange ideas, bring attention to issues, learn, mentor, be mentored and find opportunities related to the music field.

“We believe it's our duty as women in the music industry to give back, support each other and help each other rise. This is our community and we all play a major role in it. We invite all music genres! Through diversity, new ideas are born. Stay tuned for chapter meet-ups, plans, events and more!”

shesaid.so Miami has already hosted its first event - brunch organized by Meta alongside “She is the Music” and “Femme House” during Miami Music Week. It was a fantastic opportunity to celebrate women in electronic music, both behind the decks and behind the scenes. We look forward to hosting more events like this in the future, where we can come together to celebrate and empower women in music.

Thank you for being a part of creating a beautiful culture!

Join shesaid.so Miami via sign up form HERE

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We are thrilled to welcome shesaid.so Iceland!

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Their launch event will take place at Loft Hostel on November 5, during the Iceland Airwaves Festival and Conference and you can RSVP HERE.

The Icelandic chapter is being started by Anna Jóna Dungal, Hrefna Helgadóttir, Kelechi Amadi and Kim Wagenaar. What they all have in common is having spent significant time abroad, where they individually came to appreciate the value of strong communities to share experiences, collaborate and accelerate career growth. The team decided to formalise themselves for women and gender nonconforming people under the banner of the global shesaid.so. The Iceland Chapter will aim not just to strengthen itself by connecting internally, but also build on this global brand to strengthen and build on connections to the international music industry. 

The goal is for the organisation to start in 2023 with four big events over the year and a series of smaller networking meet-ups. The chapter will be run by 5-8 industry professionals and artists who together make up the board, and then any woman or gender nonconforming person in Iceland can join as a member. Members will pay a small annual fee to access the events, the global community, job opportunities in the industry and much more and is open for all women and gender nonconforming people who work in music in Iceland. The organisation will look to educate, inspire, connect, and entertain its members offering up opportunities to network, and showcase talent both at home and away – which will serve the wider music community in Iceland by making the industry more equal and more visible. 

"When I moved back to Iceland during the COVID pandemic, I was really missing a sense of community around the work that I was doing. Getting the opportunity to connect with dozens of women through the Keychange program in 2022 made it click with Kim and I that this is what’s missing from the Icelandic scene: a safe space for women to connect around the work that we do in music."

– Anna Jóna Dungal, titill 

When they approached me, I instantly felt like this was something I should participate in. I‘ve worked mostly with women in my collectives as an artist and project manager, very powerful and legendary women whom‘ve inspired my in lifechanging ways. There‘s some crazy magic that happens when those projects work out. But those women-fronted collectives and teams are rarely the case in the music industry, and I think shesaid.so can path the way for that magic to flourish.

– Ása Dýradóttir, Mammút

We are thrilled to welcome shesaid.so Iceland to the #shesaidso family and extend our vision and mission further into the European market. Wishing the team a successful launch, and can't wait to see what they will accomplish! We’re so looking forward to seeing your success in our global community.

— Andreea Magdalina

Founder, shesaid.so