MELBOURNE, Victoria (CelebrityAccess) — Simone Schinkel, CEO of Victoria Music, announced plans to step back from her leadership role with the organization at the end of 2024.
Schinkel has helmed the organization, which advances the cause of Victoria’s homegrown musicians, since 2020, and during her tenure, has played a key role in helping to secure more than $88m in direct sector investment from the Victorian Government.
She’s also helped to deliver a program that includes research, industry resources, professional development opportunities, targeted promotion, a help desk as well as ongoing industry engagement and advocacy.
“While the landscape has changed during my time at Music Victoria, the power of music remains strong. We have continued to shape a more sustainable and equitable future. The Victorian music industry will continue to soar,” Schinkel highlighted.
“Our work is a collective effort and I am so grateful that I have had the opportunity to engage with some incredible people to achieve our vision to champion for the entire Victorian music sector,” said Schinkel.
“I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our 5,000+ members, our dedicated staff and Board – both past and present – and our partners, industry advisors, fellow peak bodies and collaborators,” Schinkel acknowledged.
“Simone’s collaborative efforts with the Victorian Government have been instrumental in securing essential funding, supporting our diverse membership through the pandemic and the challenging times that have followed,” added Chris O’Neill, Chair of the Music Victoria Board.
Schinkel’s final day at the head of Music Victoria will be December 20th, 2024. The organization’s board will commence an executive search to indentify a suitable candidate to replace her in the leadership role.