About this speaker
Janishia Jones is a classically trained musician, singer-songwriter, senior music executive, and member of the Recording Academy's Class of '22 from Paterson, NJ & based in Los Angeles, CA. Upon graduating with an Associate in Recording Arts, Bachelor in Music Business, and Master in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University, Janishia has led a decade long career working for some of the most iconic music companies in the world including SRC / Universal Motown Records, Entertainment One, Kobalt Music Publishing & EMPIRE. Her expertise in music business operations has led her to launching ENCORE Music Tech Solutions, where as Consultant & Product Manager she advises on & develops music rights management systems.
As Founder / CEO of Fresh 'N Sassy Productions, Janishia has built an ecosystem of safe spaces for women of color in the music industry. As host of Pub Royalty Queen Podcast she interviews WOC about their challenges navigating a white male-dominated industry. As Founder / Data Analyst for A Seat at the Table Market Research Agency she produced the 1st research study on intersectionality in the music business which has aided in providing more equitable opportunities for POC & helped WOC advocate for themselves in underrepresented Spaces.
She is Founder / Chairwoman of JukeJoint Foundation, a non-profit organization aimed at providing resources in the form of scholarships, grants, and access to music business-related event to women of color in the music industry.
Janishia also offers consultation & mentorship for those aspiring to break into the music business as a member of Jammcard.
