Jess Kenney has been a driving force in the music industry for 15 years, pioneering innovative solutions and creative problem-solving for artists and labels. As a proven leader, Jess built the streaming departments at both Verve Label Group and SoundCloud's Roster, fostering strong DSP relationships over the last decade and building a rolodex of 450+ contacts. Her strategic vision played a key role in Grammy wins for Jon Batiste (Album of the Year), Samara Joy (Best New Artist), and Madison Cunningham (Best American Roots Performance). Her expertise also helped catapult Laila!'s "Like That!" to #1 on TikTok, YouTube, and YouTube Shorts in 2024. Beyond artist development, Jess's ingenuity led to the creation of the industry-wide World Sleep Day campaign, a testament to her ability to think outside the box and achieve remarkable results. She now functions as Founder & Chief Strategist at her independent consulting firm, Jess Kenney Music Growth Consulting, LLC, creating growth opportunities for an exclusive cohort of music clients.