Jani Jalonen stands at the forefront of the music industry as a distinguished thought leader and innovative business developer. With an extensive background spanning record labels, music publishing, collection societies, and cutting-edge technology, Jani brings a wealth of experience and a profound understanding of the creative industries. His has a deep expertise in music rights management, licensing, and the intricacies of money and data flows within digital ecosystems. Currently, Jani leads Music x Media, a pioneering business conference hub based in Finland, dedicated to bridging the worlds of Music, Entertainment, and Event Industries. Under his leadership, Music x Media is crafting a groundbreaking platform and community for creative professionals and companies, fostering cross-sector collaboration and innovation. Jani is an advocate for the "beginner's mindset" philosophy, embodying the principles of lifelong learning and continuous development.