Second round of ILMC’s bursary scheme closing soon

The second round of the Alia Dann Swift Bursary Scheme, supported by ASM Global, will close for applications on 3 January.

The scheme offers 30 young executives a full complimentary delegate pass to the 37th edition of ILMC at London’s Royal Lancaster Hotel between 25 and 28 February 2025.

Each bursary recipient will also be twinned with a dedicated industry mentor and benefit from additional networking opportunities both during and after the conference.

ASM has agreed to extend the scheme in 2025 to include six months of additional mentoring consisting of five monthly meetings post-ILMC, and access to the firm’s senior management during that period for any questions.

The long-running programme is intended to provide a route for live music’s brightest upcoming executives to participate in ILMC for the first time and build their network. This year will see the 150th mentee attend ILMC as part of the long-running scheme.

Places for the 2025 bursary are allocated in three rounds, ending 22 November, 3 January, and 7 February. More information can be found here.

“Nurturing the next generation is essential to keeping our industry alive”

“Nurturing the next generation is essential to keeping our industry alive,” says Chris Bray, president of ASM Global Europe. “Whether it’s emerging creatives, talented artists, or future executives and agents, there’s no shortage of remarkable talent ready to make their mark. At ASM Global, through ASM Global Acts, we’re proud to create meaningful opportunities that help young professionals take their first steps in the live entertainment business.

“Our partnership with ILMC’s Alia Dann Swift Bursary Scheme is a key part of this mission. With just 30 bursary places up for grabs and applications still open, now is the time to apply. We look forward to meeting the 30 bursary recipients next February at ILMC and celebrating their role in shaping the future of our industry.”

Founded in 2018, the bursary scheme is named after the late Alia Dann Swift, ILMC’s long-standing producer, who was instrumental in both bringing talent into the industry and supporting and encouraging new ILMC members.

Meanwhile, the countdown is on to the ILMC, which also comprises Greener Events and Innovations (GEI), Touring Entertainment LIVE and Futures Forum.

Around 2,500 live music executives are expected to attend the four-day conference, which also includes The Arthur Awards and Central London showcase event, Soho Calling.

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