The Obama administration has made it clear that intellectual property and copyright are core issues, stating in its transition documents that it intends to “update and reform our copyright and patent systems to promote civic discourse, innovation, and investment while ensuring that intellectual property owners are fairly treated.” Will we see a renewed focus on copyright reform, orphan works, sampling, the length of term, or creators’ right to exploit? Will the administration revisit the DMCA? And what will be the role of the proposed “Copyright Czar”? Leading voices from the music, technology and policy communities will discuss how to craft and implement dynamic, forward thinking policies that will ensure artist compensation.

Rick Carnes President, Songwriters Guild of America
David Carson General Counsel, US Copyright Office
Zahavah Levine Chief Counsel, YouTube
Steve Marks Executive VP and General Counsel, RIAA
Hal Ponder Director of Government Relations, American Federation of Musicians
Gigi Sohn President, Public Knowledge
Walter McDonough General Counsel, Future of Music Coalition (moderator)

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