Universal Music Group (UMG)

About the Committee:

This committee embodies the state of the Universal Music Group in 2024 through a combination of signed musical artists and the company’s board of directors. Delegates will navigate the tumultuous waves of the music industry as transformational shifts occur due to the emergence of artificial intelligence and other technologies that put artist and label’s IP rights at the center of future challenges for the music industry. Further, changes in the way that music is produced and consumed, as well as general trends that are constantly shifting in the music industry, force Universal Music Group to be a more dynamic organization than ever. Each delegate will have a unique perspective and opportunity to shape the future of the industry, ensuring that the artistic integrity and financial viability of the music industry remains intact while the innovations of the modern age are both dealt with properly and embraced to protect the competitive advantage and popularity of Universal Music Group and its artists.

A LETTER FROM THE DaiS:

Hello Delegates!

My name is Gabby Scott and I am very excited to be one of your co-directors for the UMG committee this year! I am a senior in the college of Literature, Science, and the Arts studying political science and English and minoring in dance. Outside of MUNUM, I am on BlueMUN, Michigan’s competitive Model UN team, I am one of the LSA Undergraduate Representatives for SACUA Faculty Senate, the co-leader and founder of West Michigan March for Our Lives/Everytown joint chapter, a founder and leader of Students Demand Action at the University of Michigan, a member of Women in Law club, and a student representative for the English Department Advisory Board. Outside of school, I love the beach and stand up paddleboarding, swimming, and surfing on Lake Michigan. I love to travel, thrift, discover new music, collect hot wheels, unicycle, and hang out with my friends! Model UN has been an amazing opportunity for me to meet new people and diversify my knowledge of politics and culture around the world. I am very excited to see what you all can accomplish, and hope that you all will enjoy Model UN as much as I do!

My name is Jonathan Zenkich, and I’m charged up to be one of your co-directors for the UMG. I am a senior in the Ross School of Business specializing in Finance and Strategy, and minoring in Real Estate Development. Outside of MUNUM, I am a member of Michigan’s competitive Model UN team, BlueMUN, Michigan’s student-run startup accelerator/VC, UpRound Ventures, a consulting club and a pre-law fraternity. Outside of school, I’m an avid collector, collecting coins and Hot Wheels, and am also a metal detectorist (one of those people who walks around digging up pennies on the beach) and fishkeeper. Model UN, and all of my hobbies, have given me a deep appreciation for history and the people around me. I know that Model UN can do the same for you, so I’m looking forward to playing a small part in that development through this committee. I’m looking forward to watching you all work together to resolve relevant issues from a perspective you may not have explored before.

My name is Jesse Yang, and I’m stoked to be your Assistant Director for Universal Music Group! I am a junior in the College of Engineering majoring in Environmental Engineering with a minor in Energy Science and Policy. Outside of MUNUM, I am also a member of Michigan Club Swimming and BlueMUN, Michigan’s competitive model UN team. Outside of school, I enjoy playing spikeball, lifting, and spending time outdoors. Model UN has given me an opportunity to enhance my debate and public speaking skill and expose myself to topical global issues, all while having fun. I hope you all come out of this committee learning something new, opening up your worldview, and most importantly having a good time.

If you have any questions about our committee or MUNUM in general, feel free to email us at gabscott@umich.edu, jzenkich@umich.edu, or jeseyang@umich.edu.

Best,

Gabby, Jonathan, and Jesse