Meet the Trustees Helping Guide MusicHelps

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Behind MusicHelps is a dedicated group of trustees from across Aotearoa's music community, bringing together experience from every corner of our industry – from artists, songwriters and producers, to labels, music organisations and retailers.

Each trustee volunteers their time, knowledge and passion to help shape the future of MusicHelps, ensuring we can continue using the power of music to help and heal New Zealanders in need, while supporting the people who make our music community possible.

We're incredibly grateful for their leadership, generosity and belief in the work we do. Meet the people helping guide MusicHelps.

Greer Davies
Director, OneMusic

"Music has the unique ability to connect people, create belonging, and support wellbeing in ways few other things can. Throughout my career, I've worked alongside the people and organisations that help music thrive in Aotearoa, and I've seen firsthand the difference it can make in people's lives. I'm proud to serve as a MusicHelps Trustee and support an organisation that harnesses the power of music to improve the wellbeing of New Zealanders and our music community."

Karl Lock
JB Hi-Fi NZ Product Manager – Music, Movies and Games

"I’m incredibly proud to be joining the board of MusicHelps, an organisation that demonstrates every day the power of music to help and heal. Throughout my career, I’ve seen how music can create connection, provide comfort, and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. MusicHelps supports both communities across Aotearoa and the people who make our industry possible, and I’m honoured to contribute my experience to such important work. I look forward to playing a small part in helping MusicHelps continue its life-changing impact."

Hariet Ellis
Musician, A&R and Label Manager | Flying Nun Records

"As someone who lives and breathes music here in Aotearoa, I understand the universal power this precious art form offers. I feel extremely privileged to help oversee how we can best utilise our collective strength to uplift our community, both outwardly and inwardly."

Anthony Healey
Chair | Director of NZ Operations, APRA|AMCOS

"Every day, in my role at APRA AMCOS, I am reminded of the commercial value of music. MusicHelps shows us music is indeed more than that and is an essential tool, bringing people together, connecting us emotionally and helping build a more caring world. It is a privilege to be involved."

Cath Andersen
Chief Executive, NZ Music Commission

"It is humbling to see the amazing work by organisations around the country who tirelessly strive to make people's lives better through music - from the youngest rangatahi to the most senior of citizens. I am proud to play my small part in MusicHelps supporting these incredible projects and initiatives across Aotearoa."

Don McGlashan
Artist, Songwriter

"Music heals us, exhilarates us, comforts us and inspires us. It helps us feel more alive, more human and more connected to other people. That's why I’m proud to be part of MusicHelps, and proud of the work we do to support musicians and music workers in Aotearoa."

Joel Little
Producer, Songwriter, Musician

"MusicHelps does hugely important, life changing work, and helps so many people in so many ways. Every day I’m reminded of the power music has to make the world a better place. It’s an honour to be a part of an organisation where this is the sole focus."

Jo Oliver
CEO, Recorded Music New Zealand

"I'm a firm believer in the power of music to improve the world for everyone, and in particular our artists. Fostering a safe and inclusive culture for the music community, and one which helps and heals those we represent is paramount."

Myra Hemara
General Manager of International Artists & Audience Development | Universal Music

"I’m extremely passionate about music and have been part of the music community and industry within Aotearoa for over 15 years. Being invited to join the MusicHelps family as a trustee on the board is an absolute honour.

We all know music has the power to change lives and being part of the MusicHelps team enables me to further contribute towards the community I’m so passionate about. I will bring my music industry experiences, strategies and ideas to the table to continue to help support and grow MusicHelps for our music community."

Our trustees help ensure MusicHelps can continue supporting life-changing projects across Aotearoa and providing vital assistance to members of our music community when they need it most.

If you'd like to help us continue this work, please consider making a donation today.

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