Aloft Boston Seaport District September 27 - 28 2025
MASSACHUSETTS LEADING MUSIC & ARTS CONFERENCE
SEPTEMBER 27-28 / ALOFT BOSTON - SEAPORT DISTRICT
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GENERAL
about
mmas
about mmas
The Mass Music & Arts Summit (MMAS) returns to the Aloft Boston Hotel located in the Seaport District for an unforgettable weekend designed to drive community impact and empower the next generation of creative entrepreneurs. This two-day experience connects New England’s local talent with national leaders in the music, arts, and entertainment industries through a dynamic lineup of exclusive panels, hands-on workshops, and curated networking opportunities. Attendees will gain invaluable insights from high-profile executives, build meaningful relationships, and access the tools they need to thrive in today’s competitive creative economy.
Through curated workshops, exclusive networking opportunities, and panel discussions with high-profile executives, attendees gain unparalleled access to the resources and relationships that drive industry success.
RECAP OF LAST YEARS SUMMIT
key speakers
from mmas 2024
RI
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Morales
EVP OF A&R
DEF JAM RECORDINGS
RIgO
MORALES
EVP OF A&R
DEF JAM RECORDINGS
JE
SSY
Terrero
FILM DIRECTOR & Executive Producer
JESSY
TERRERO
FILM DIRECTOR & Executive Producer
ka
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fOWLkes
Entertainment Lawyer / EVGLE
KARL
FOWLKES
Entertainment Lawyer / EVGLE
HIP HOP ARTIST
ENTREPRENEUR
la
russell
LARUSSELL
HIP-HOP ARTIST & ENTREPRENEUR
Ka
nessa
tixe
PUBLICIST & CEO OF THE TS COLLECTIVE
KANESSA
TIXE
publicist & CEO OF THE TS COLLECTIVE
the fowlkes firm
& EVGLE
karl
fOWLkes
the fowlkes firm / EVGLE
FILM DIRECTOR & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
JESSY TERRERO
FILM DIRECTOR & Executive Producer
Publicist & CEO OF THE Ts COLLECTIVE
Kanessa
tixe
PUBLICIST & CEO THE TS COLLECTIVE
HIP-HOP ARTIST & ENTREPRENEUR
la
russell
HIP HOP ARTIST & ENTREPRENEUR
EVP OF A&R
DEF JAM RECORDINGS
RIg0
Morales
EVP OF A&R DEF JAM RECORDINGS
KARL
FOWLKES
Entertainment Lawyer / EVGLE
karl
fOWLkes
Entertainment
Lawyer / EVGLE
JESSY
TERRERO
FILM DIRECTOR & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
JESSY TERRERO
FILM DIRECTOR & Executive Producer
KANESSA
TIXE
Publicist & CEO OF
THE TS COLLECTIVE
Kanessa
tixe
PUBLICIST & CEO OF THE TS COLLECTIVE
LA RUSSELL
HIP-HOP ARTIST & ENTREPRENEUR
la
russell
HIP HOP ARTIST
ENTREPRENEUR
RIgO
MORALES
EVP OF A&R
DEF JAM RECORDINGS
RIgO
Morales
EVP OF A&R
DEF JAM RECORDINGS
CHECK OUT LAST YEARS SUMMIT RECAP VIDEO
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testimonials
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“A great time is an understatement. The speakers were clear, concise, and well-put together. The performances were amplifying! Thank you for being a beautiful outlet and of service to the community. All of this was much needed!”
- Eric D.
“The event was amazing! I truly appreciate all the valuable insights shared by the panelists. The room was filled with strong individuals and an infectious energy. I’m looking forward to future events!”
-Lissa B.
“It was incredible man! I couldn't be more grateful for all the effort put forth to organize such a remarkable event. Thank you. I made a lot of beautiful connections and it was one of the best days I’ve ever had.”
- Brandon L.
“It was so lit! Energy of the rap acts were so elite. Industry insiders and Gems. On top of that, the food was good! The best way to spend a Saturday.”
- William D.
Companies Represented
last year
about beat the odds
boston
about beat the odds
Beat The Odds (BTO) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving under-resourced youth (ages 14-24) in Boston’s low-income communities by using the transformative power of music and the creative arts. Through our Creative Youth Development Program, BTO offers a safe, nurturing space where youth can explore their creativity, heal from trauma, and unlock their hidden potential. BTO provides participants authentic mentorship and weekly hands-on programming centered around essential life skills, music production, content creation, dance, and artist development.
OUR MISSION:
To provide young people with the creative tools necessary to foster self-awareness, support mental health, and encourage healing from trauma through music and the arts. BTO is committed to amplifying the voices of Boston’s BIPOC youth, inspiring them to reclaim joy, embrace self-expression, and lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
OUR VISION:
Beat The Odds (BTO) envisions a world in which all of Boston’s youth - regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or ability - have equal access to opportunities to be creative and the support necessary to heal from trauma. Now, more than ever, young people need as many healthy healing outlets as possible. Our hands-on approach to engaging youth, building confidence, and being a part of their creative journey has a demonstrated positive effect in promoting their mental health.
ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION
about
beat the odds
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about beat the odds
Beat The Odds (BTO) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving under-resourced youth (ages 14-24) in Boston’s low-income communities by using the transformative power of music and the creative arts. Through our Creative Youth Development Program, BTO offers a safe, nurturing space where youth can explore their creativity, heal from trauma, and unlock their hidden potential. BTO provides participants authentic mentorship and weekly hands-on programming centered around essential life skills, music production, content creation, dance, and artist development.
OUR MISSION
To provide young people with the creative tools necessary to foster self-awareness, support mental health, and encourage healing from trauma through music and the arts. BTO is committed to amplifying the voices of Boston’s BIPOC youth, inspiring them to reclaim joy, embrace self-expression, and lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
OUR VISION
Beat The Odds (BTO) envisions a world in which all of Boston’s youth - regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or ability - have equal access to opportunities to be creative and the support necessary to heal from trauma. Now, more than ever, young people need as many healthy healing outlets as possible. Our hands-on approach to engaging youth, building confidence, and being a part of their creative journey has a demonstrated positive effect in promoting their mental health.
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