Women in Music UK Re-Launches with a Bold New Vision
04 November 2025 - Press releaseAnnouncing Co-Chairs Trina Smith and Sarah Wilson
Women in Music®, the non-profit organization originally founded in 1985 in New York, proudly announces the official re-launch of its UK chapter under the leadership of Co-Chairs Trina Smith and Sarah Wilson. The organisation’s mission aims to educate, empower, and advance women in the music industry while building international bridges to provide exciting opportunities for members worldwide.
Unlike traditional industry networks, Women in Music UK is redefining advocacy for gender equity in music. The new chapter will focus on hands-on education, professional development, and cross-industry collaboration, creating spaces beyond conversation to deliver measurable impact.
“Women in Music is excited to kick off a new era of service to the community as we welcome WIM UK to the family,” said Nicole Barsalona, President of Women in Music®. “With a dynamic leadership team and a vision for advancing WIM’s mission innovatively, we can’t wait to see what WIM UK accomplishes as they equip and inspire a new generation of global industry leaders.”
“We’re not here to repeat the same discussions,” says Trina Smith, Co-Chair and industry executive at AFEM Board, In Place of War Global Advisory. “We’re building an active, connected community where artists, managers, and music professionals come together to learn, collaborate, and grow. This is about equipping people with tools, not just conversation.”
“Our focus is action,” adds Sarah Wilson, Co-Chair and Head of TuneCore, UK & Australia. “That means tangible opportunities, mentoring, workshops, and partnership programs that genuinely move the needle for women and gender minorities in music.”
Women in Music UK will carve its own space through in-person events, mentorship pods, accountability cohorts, and immersive learning labs—designed to give members real access, strategy, and support. The chapter will also introduce curated networking events, “speed-collab” sessions, and partnerships with DSPs, publishers, and creative institutions to provide members with direct pathways into career opportunities.
As part of the global Women in Music network, which now spans more than 20 chapters worldwide, WIM UK aims to connect local communities with global voices across borders and disciplines.
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