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The Unison Fund Announces Board Renewal:

Welcoming New Leadership and Honouring Outgoing Members

Toronto, ON – May 21, 2025 – The Unison Fund, Canada’s music industry charity that has supported music workers for over a decade through counselling and financial relief, proudly announces the renewal of its Board of Directors. This leadership transition comes at a time of growing demand for Unison’s services, reaffirming the organization’s role as a lifeline for Canada’s music community.

 

INTRODUCING THE 2025–2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Unison is pleased to welcome a dynamic mix of new and returning leaders from across the music ecosystem who will help guide the organization through its next phase of growth and outreach:

●     Brian Huston – Chair (SoundsUnite – Co-Founder and CEO)

●     Catherine Harrison – Co-Chair (Revelios - President)

●     Sarah Kilpatrick – Co-Chair (Music Canada - Vice President, Corporate Affairs,)

●     Donald MacGillivray – Treasurer (CPA, CGA)

●     Bronwin Parks – Director (Feisty Creative - Creative Director)

●     Carlos Pineda – Director (MCMXVI INC. - Founder/CEO)

●     Derrick Ross – Director (Slaight Music - President)

●     Laura Simpson – Director (Side Door – CEO)

●     Louis Bellavance – Director (BLEUFEU – VP Content & Artistic Director)

●     Mark Russell – Director (Live Nation - Sr. Director Club and Theatre Programming)

●     Michelle Allman-Esdaille – Director (The HOOK & Company - CEO)

●     Rupa Biswas – Director (RBC – Senior Relationship Manager, Media & Entertainment)

●     Spencer Mussellam – Director (Believe Digital – LAS Label Leader, Label Management

●     Shawn Hook – Director (Artist)

●     Steve Kane – Director (Music Industry Professional)

●     Tennille Jago – Director (Paquin Artists Agency - Social Media Manager & Corporate Sales Representative)

With varied backgrounds, this board reflects the strength and breadth of Canada’s music sector and reinforces Unison’s commitment to serving the full spectrum of industry professionals with empathy, expertise, and inclusivity.

THANK YOU TO OUR OUTGOING LEADERS

The Unison Fund also wishes to extend heartfelt appreciation to its outgoing board members, whose leadership and dedication have played an instrumental role in advancing The Unison Fund’s mission:

●     Eric Wolfe – Director, Model Development & Management, Scotiabank

●     Charlotte Thompson – Owner, Red Umbrella PR

●     Jason Furman – Vice President, Paquin Artists Agency

●     Stefanie Purificati – Agent, The Feldman Agency

●     Vanessa Thomas – Music Industry Professional

Their contributions helped Unison strengthen its support infrastructure during a period of significant growth and transition.

“On behalf of everyone at The Unison Fund, I want to express our deepest gratitude to our outgoing members and extend a warm welcome to our new and continuing board leaders,” said Brian Huston, Chair of the Board. “With the guidance of our board members and dedicated team members, Unison is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for crisis support & services, and financial assistance across Canada’s music industry. Their leadership will be vital as we continue to expand our reach and strengthen our impact within the community.”

ABOUT THE UNISON FUND

The Unison Fund is Canada’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to the well-being of music industry professionals. For over 15 years, Unison has offered vital support services — including emergency financial aid and mental health counselling — to music workers navigating challenging times. With more than 10,000 individuals supported across the Canadian music landscape, Unison stands as a trusted ally, ensuring that no one in the music community faces hardship alone. Learn more or make a difference by donating at www.unisonfund.ca.

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Source: The Unison Fund

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