NAMM to Convene Latin American Music Industry Leaders in São Paulo in

CARLSBAD, CALIF., September 22, 2026 – The National Association of Music

Merchants (NAMM) will bring together senior music industry leaders from

Across Latin America for the NAMM NeXT LATAM Leadership Gathering, taking

Place on November 12, 2026 in São Paulo. This event is stragically

Positioned on the eve of Conecta+ Música & Mercado, a major gathering for

South America’s music products industry, bringing together companies,

Brands and professionals for exhibition, business, education and

Designed to foster leadership, strategic dialogue and meaningful

Connections across the region, the strategic gathering will offer an

Opportunity for NAMM leadership and Latin American music industry insiders

To exchange insights, discuss the future of the industry and explore

Opportunities to support continued growth throughout the region.

“Latin America is home to a dynamic and increasingly connected music products industry, and we are committed to listening, learning and building stronger relationships across the region,” said NAMM President & CEO John

Mlynczak. “The NAMM NeXT LATAM Leadership Gathering provides an important forum for industry leaders to come together, share perspectives and identify opportunities to work collectively building a strong future for our global industry.”

The program will feature a global overview of the music products industry

From NAMM CEO, John Mlynczak, followed by a leadership discussion and open

Forum with attending industry leaders. The conversation will focus on the

Future of the industry, regional priorities and the actions leaders can

Take together to support continued growth and success.

The event will conclude with a networking reception, providing attendees

With an opportunity to build new connections and strengthen existing

Relationships with peers and industry leaders from across Latin America.

Hosted and sponsored by NAMM as a courtesy to its Latin American members,

Partners and industry leaders, the NAMM NeXT LATAM Leadership Gathering is

For more information, visit namm.org.