Amber Grimes has built her career at the intersection of music, strategy, and culture.
From leading Artist & Label Partnerships at Spotify to serving as EVP & GM of LVRN (Love Renaissance) – the Atlanta based label behind artists including 6LACK, Summer Walker, DVSN, Sadboi and more, Amber now oversees one of the most influential independent labels operating under the Capitol Music Group system.
In this keynote conversation, co-presented by RDNA and Departure and moderated by iHeartRadio, Amber will reflect on her journey from streaming executive to label leader – and how she’s expanding her influence beyond recorded music. With the launch of her new iHeartRadio podcast through The Black Effect network, If You Knew Better, alongside her growing book club and community platform, Amber is building a brand that bridges music, media, and mentorship.
This conversation explores scaling independent culture within major systems, developing artists in the streaming era, and leveraging podcasting and audio to build lasting platforms beyond the label model.
