Uli Elser

Uli Elser is a highly experienced music label manager with a track record of over 26 years, specializing in leading cross-functional teams in areas including marketing, sales, content acquisition, vendor relations, product management, licensing, royalties, and contract negotiation.

Uli Elser holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Business/Economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara, providing a solid educational foundation for his career in the music industry.

Throughout his career, Uli Elser has been associated with various well-known organizations, serving as a small business owner at Squabisch, where he managed a pretzel company and offered cooking and baking instruction. Additionally, he has held key roles such as Record Label Manager/International Distribution Manager at Revolver USA, Business Development Consultant at Liquid Audio, General Manager at Alternative Tentacles Records, General Manager at NAPTIME b.v. & TUPELO RECORDING CO. in Bristol, UK, and Amsterdam, NL, and Manager/Buyer at Rough Trade.

Uli Elser's expertise spans the global indie music industry and new technologies, showcasing a deep understanding of the dynamics within the music business.

His diverse experience and comprehensive skill set make him a valuable asset in the music industry landscape, evident from his successful leadership across multiple domains within record labels and music distribution.