Gareth Smith

Gareth Smith is an accomplished music business executive with over 20 years of experience in leading creative and business functions for global music publishing companies. Throughout his career, Gareth has collaborated with renowned artists like The Rolling Stones, Brian Ferry, Thom Yorke, Gnarls Barclay, and Beach House at major music entities such as Chrysalis, BMG, and Sub Pop. His expertise lies in A&R, Synch, Catalogue, Collection, Sub Publishing, Music Publishing, IP, negotiation, leadership, creative environment fostering, business development, and strategy. Gareth has also showcased his knowledge and insights as a Keynote Speaker, moderator, and panelist at various prestigious events globally, including USC Law, SXSW, and LUCfest Taiwan. Originally from the UK, Gareth currently resides and operates from Los Angeles. Gareth holds a Bachelor of Arts in Commercial Music with honors from the University of Westminster, and has also pursued studies in Popular Music at Lewisham College. In his professional journey, Gareth has held significant roles such as Vice President/General Manager - Publishing at Sub Pop Records, World Wide Vice President - Synch and Marketing at Big Deal Music, Vice President - Synch and Marketing at BMG, Head of Film/TV/Advertising at Chrysalis Music Group, and Film and TV Manager at Chrysalis Music Group.