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THIS IS WHERE
YOUR ERA BEGINS

The national ecosystem for Music, Entertainment & Creative Business. Built by builders, for builders.

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About GrindCon
BUILT FOR BUILDERS SINCE 2019

GrindCon was founded in 2019 with one belief — that creatives, founders, and culture builders deserve a space built specifically for them. Not a generic conference. Not a gatekeeping event. Something real.

What started as intimate Grind Sessions in Boston has grown into a year-round national ecosystem — Los Angeles, New York City, and beyond. Powered by eXpozedTV.

"For people who don't wait for permission."
2019
Founded
7+
Years
3
Cities
39+
Speakers
7 Years Strong

PAST
GRINDCON

From the very first Grind Session in 2019 to last year's flagship — every event has been a chapter in the same story. Panels, workshops, performances, and connections that changed trajectories.

Panels & Fireside Chats
REAL TALK FROM
REAL PLAYERS

Industry professionals sharing unfiltered game — music business, brand strategy, community building, and creative entrepreneurship.

Workshops & Sessions
SKILLS YOU CAN
USE MONDAY

Hands-on sessions around branding, business development, contract negotiation, creative strategy, and sustainable careers.

Performances & Culture
THE CULTURE
IS THE POINT

Live performances, showcases, and cultural programming. At GrindCon, the music is never background — it is the whole reason we are here.

Power of Negotiation Panel - GrindCon 2025
May 2026 · Boston
THE POWER OF NEGOTIATION PANEL
Panelists from the Power of Negotiation intimate experience — in partnership with Street Theory Collective.
Photo: Gio Edosomwan
2019
The Beginning
2020-21
Building Through It
2024
Levelled Up
2025
The Blueprint
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Los Angeles · June 25

CREATOR
CAMP LA

BET Weekend · eXpozedTV Presents

Date · Location
JUNE 25 · LOS ANGELES, CA
✦Intimate music session & panels
✦AR Pitch Competition
✦Live performances
✦Networking & community
Register Now →
New York City · August 2026

CREATOR
CAMP NYC

Coming Summer 2026

Date · Location
AUGUST 2026 · NEW YORK CITY
✦Date & venue dropping soon
✦Speaker lineup coming
✦Newsletter subscribers first to know
Get Notified →
Who It's For

FIND YOUR
PEOPLE

GrindCon is built for the ones who don't fit a box — but if you see yourself in any of these, this room is for you.

01
CREATIVE ENTREPRENEURS
Building your own brand, business, or movement and need the right room to grow it. From startups to established names — this is for the builders.
02
INDIE ARTISTS & MUSICIANS
Independent artists looking to navigate the music business, build sustainable careers, and connect with industry professionals on real terms.
03
CONTENT CREATORS
Building audiences, monetizing platforms, and trying to grow without losing your authentic voice in the noise.
04
FILMMAKERS & STORYTELLERS
Directors, writers, producers, and visual artists telling stories that matter — and looking for the resources to bring them to life.
05
CULTURE BUILDERS
DJs, event producers, brand strategists, marketers, and anyone moving culture forward in their city or industry.
06
RISING PROFESSIONALS
Early-career creatives in entertainment, media, or business who want access, mentorship, and real connections to break through.
Past Speakers & Panelists

WHO'S BEEN
ON THE STAGE

Every year GrindCon brings the sharpest minds in Music, Entertainment and Creative Business to the stage. These are the names who showed up and dropped knowledge.

2025 Aaron Hunter
Aaron Hunter
Director of A&R, UnitedMasters
2023 Steve Lobel
Steve Lobel
Music Mogul
2024 Gabe P
Gabe P
Founder, On The Radar Radio
2021 Clinton Sparks
Clinton Sparks
DJ · Producer · Entrepreneur
2020 · 2021 Donny Flores
Donny Flores
Music Executive · A&R · Artist Manager
2025 Sam Jay
Sam Jay
Comedian · Writer (Keynote)
2025 IDK
IDK
Recording Artist · Rapper (Keynote)
2024 Christina Chavez
Christina Chavez
VP of A&R, Universal Music Publishing
2024 Adam McFarland
Adam McFarland
Suno
2020 Zoe Young
Zoe Young
Music Executive
2020 Benny Pough
Benny Pough
Music Executive
2026 Osamase Ekhator
Osamase Ekhator
Poet · Author · Founder, Best: A Creative Agency
2026 Chantel Mayo
Chantel Mayo
Investor · Entrepreneur · Philanthropist
2026 Sidney Baptista
Sidney Baptista
Founder & CEO · PYNRS
2020 · 2021 · 2024 Dr. Amadeus
Dr. Amadeus
Multi-Platinum Producer
2025 Adebukola Ajao
Adebukola Ajao
Marketing Agency Founder
2025 Anthony Hatwood
Anthony Hatwood
Artist Success Manager, TuneCore
2025 Latrell James
Latrell James
Recording Artist · Creative
2025 Melissa Castro
Melissa Castro
Director of Partnerships, Graffito SP
2024 Jessicah Pierre
Jessicah Pierre
Creative Communications Strategist
2024 Kwani A. Lunis
Kwani A. Lunis
TV Host · Media Personality
2026 Jazzy Bloom
Jazzy Bloom
Content Creator
2024 Mag Rodriguez
Mag Rodriguez
CEO & Founder, EVEN
2025 Gio Dee
Gio Dee
Recording Artist · Creative Entrepreneur
2024 Makenna Van Liew
Makenna Van Liew
Director, Client Accounts & Services
2024 Brian Price
Brian Price
Attorney · Entertainment & Business
2025 Philip Payne
Philip Payne
Music Executive · Entrepreneur
2025 Andrea Hudson
Andrea Hudson
Head of Studio, HubSpot Media · Founder, Booger Money
2024 Tamera King
Tamera King
Singer · Songwriter
2024 Keyla Williams
Keyla Williams
CEO & Founder, BogoSplit
2025 Chris Wellington
Chris Wellington
Attorney · Entertainment · Real Estate · Business · IP
2025 Heir Jordan
Heir Jordan
Founder of Valor
2023 Brandon Bedlam
Brandon Bedlam
Marketing Consultant
2023 Hala Maroc
Hala Maroc
Founder & CEO, Bad Dream Incubator · Media Personality
2024 Katelina
Katelina "La Gata" E.
Media Personality · Podcast Host
2024 Roy Studmire
Roy Studmire
Recording Artist · Berklee Professor
2025 Tigisti Hagos
Tigisti Hagos
Banking & Finance for Creatives, PNC
2024 Chris Brown
Chris Brown
Entertainment Lawyer
2023 Jon Glass
Jon Glass
Music Producer
2020 J-Dee
J-Dee
A&R, Empire Records
2020 Kedar Frederic
Kedar Frederic
Music Executive
2019 DJ Casper
DJ Casper
DJ · Producer
See Who's Coming Oct 24 →
Recap Reels

FROM 2019
TO RIGHT NOW

Every era has its own energy. From the very first GrindCon in 2019 to last year\'s flagship — this is the journey, told one recap at a time.

JUN 2019
2019
Where it beganJUN 2019
JAN 2020
2020
Grind SessionJAN 2020
OCT 2020
2020
Through the stormOCT 2020
NOV 2020
2020
Building backNOV 2020
OCT 2021
2021
The returnOCT 2021
OCT 2024
2024
Levelled upOCT 2024
OCT 2025
2025
The blueprintOCT 2025
From The Community

WHAT PEOPLE
SAY ABOUT US

Real words from real attendees. No filter, no PR — just the community speaking for itself.

“

I got a job after meeting one of the company's CEOs. So happy I went to build and network with creatives.

Emma G.
Marketing Coordinator
GrindCon '24 Attendee
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GrindCon connected me with collaborators I'm still working with two years later. The room is unmatched if you're building in this space.

Marcus T.
Independent Artist
GrindCon '23 Attendee
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I've been to a lot of conferences. GrindCon is one of the only ones where the panels and networking actually translate into real business afterward.

Aisha R.
Creative Director
GrindCon '25 Attendee
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The energy is different. You're in a room full of people actually doing the work, not just talking about it. That alone was worth the ticket.

Devon W.
Music Producer
GrindCon '24 Attendee
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I came in unsure of where my career was going. I left with three new mentors, two collaborators, and a clear path forward.

Tasha M.
Filmmaker
GrindCon '25 Attendee
“

The Boston culture scene needed this. Katiria built something that actually serves creatives, not just markets to them.

Jordan B.
Brand Strategist
GrindCon '24 & '25
Power of Negotiation · May 28, 2026 · Boston

THE GRINDCON
PLAYBOOK

A growing archive of every experience GrindCon creates. Panel by panel, city by city. Photos by Gio Edosomwan.

Power of Negotiation Panel
The Panel
THE POWER OF NEGOTIATION
Panelists in discussion · Boston, MA
Photo: Gio Edosomwan
GrindCon Community
Community
THE ROOM
Attendees & community
Photo: Gio Edosomwan
Power of Negotiation - Full Room
THE ROOM WAS LOCKED IN
Audience during the Power of Negotiation panel discussion
Photo: Gio Edosomwan
Networking
Networking
After the Panel
Photo: Gio Edosomwan
GrindCon Connection
Connection
Real Connections
Photo: Gio Edosomwan
GrindCon Community
Community
The Community
Photo: Gio Edosomwan
GrindCon Conversation
In The Conversation
Photo: Gio Edosomwan
Growing Archive
MORE FROM
GRINDCON
COMING SOON

LA Creator Camp · NYC Creator Camp · Boston Conference 2026 — all being documented.

Follow @GrindCon ↗
February 2026 · Boston
CONTENT CREATOR WORKSHOP
Facilitated by Jazzy Bloom
Powered by eXpozedTV & GrindCon
In Partnership with Central Square BID
Content Creator Workshop Full Group
The Room
THE WHOLE ROOM — CONTENT CREATOR WORKSHOP
Central Square, Boston · February 2026 · eXpozedTV
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
Jazzy Bloom — Facilitating
Facilitator
Jazzy Bloom — Facilitating
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
The Workshop in Session
Workshop
The Workshop in Session
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
Community in Conversation
Real Talk
Community in Conversation
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
The Energy in the Room
The Energy in the Room
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
Audience Engaged
Audience Engaged
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
Workshop Session
Workshop Session
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
Attendees — Connecting
Attendees — Connecting
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
On the Mic
On the Mic
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
Energy After the Session
Energy After the Session
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
Community Connections
Community Connections
eXpozedTV · GrindCon Playbook
Official Recognition

BOSTON
CERTIFIED

City of Boston Official Recognition
"GrindCon has become a cornerstone of Boston's creative and cultural community."

GrindCon received an Official Recognition from the City of Boston — a testament to the real impact this community has built since 2019.

We're not just a conference. We're part of the fabric of Boston's creative ecosystem. And now we're taking that energy national.

Get Involved

WORK WITH
GRINDCON

01
For Brands & Companies

SPONSOR
GRINDCON

Put your brand in front of the most ambitious creatives, entrepreneurs, and culture builders in Music, Entertainment & Creative Business. Multi-city visibility across LA, NYC & Boston — from intimate Creator Camp sessions to the flagship conference.

✦Multi-city brand exposure
✦On-site brand activations
✦Dedicated audience of creators & founders
✦Custom partnership packages available
Inquire Now →
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Coming From Out of Town?

TRAVELING TO
GRINDCON?

We've got you covered. Hotel partner discounts, local restaurant recommendations, group transportation tips, and everything you need to make the trip to Boston seamless. Details drop in September once hotel partnerships are confirmed.

✦Hotel partner discounts
✦Local restaurant & venue picks
✦Group transportation tips
✦Full guide dropping September 2026
View Travel Guide →
FAQ

GOT
QUESTIONS?

What is GrindCon?▾

GrindCon is a year-round ecosystem for Music, Entertainment & Creative Business — featuring workshops, creator camps, conferences, and networking events across Los Angeles, New York City, and Boston.

Who is GrindCon for?▾

GrindCon is built for creatives, entrepreneurs, artists, and culture builders who are serious about leveling up. Whether you're an independent artist, a creative business owner, or someone breaking into the entertainment industry — this is your room.

What is the October 24th Conference?▾

The GrindCon flagship conference is our biggest event of the year — held in Boston on October 24, 2026. Expect speakers, panelists, performances, networking, vendors, and the full GrindCon experience.

What are the Creator Camps in LA and NYC?▾

Creator Camps are intimate, hands-on experiences in Los Angeles (June 25) and New York City (August). Smaller groups, deeper sessions, more access. Register at posh.vip for the LA Creator Camp on June 25.

How do I stay updated on ticket drops?▾

Follow @grindcon on Instagram and turn on post notifications. Ticket announcements go there first. You can also email grindcon@expozedtv.com to be added to the list.

Are there sponsorship or partnership opportunities?▾

Yes. Fill out our sponsor inquiry form at tally.so/r/XxOprV or email grindcon@expozedtv.com and we'll be in touch.

Who produces GrindCon?▾

GrindCon is powered by eXpozedTV — a media platform and creative ecosystem built around storytelling, culture, and opportunities for creatives. Founded in 2016.

Still have questions? Email us at grindcon@expozedtv.com

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