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Speaker
Rawan Al Dabbas
Regional Director, IFPI MENA
Rawan Al Dabbas is the IFPI MENA Regional Director, leading the global trade association for the recorded music industry across the Middle East and North Africa. With more than nine years of experience as a legal and policy expert in the creative industries, she focuses on strengthening the legal and regulatory framework for recorded music and advocating for the rights and value of music creators in the region.
At BRIDGE Summit, Rawan will discuss the evolution of the music industry in MENA, the importance of strong rights frameworks, and how policy, technology, and creativity can work together to unlock growth for artists and rights holders.
Jordan
Music
Rawan Al Dabbasat BRIDGE
- Music Panel 8 December 2:30 - 2:50PM
Sounds That Speak Every Language
Aziz Maraka and Faia Younan didn't change their sound to fit the world, they made the world listen. This session explores how language, rhythm, and storytelling can transcend borders when rooted in authenticity and emotion. Through their journeys, Aziz and Faia reveal how staying true to one’s identity can create global resonance and how genuine expression turns local sound into a universal language.
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- Music Panel 10 December 11:05 - 11:35AM
The Future Sounds Like This
Behind every breakout artist, songwriter, and producer is a blueprint. In this session, music executives break down what it really takes to go from zero to a million streams. From storytelling and distribution to publishing, touring, and fan discovery, they share the playbook for scaling talent and building sustainable careers in today’s attention economy.
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What They Say About BRIDGE
“A landmark gathering that will unite media professionals, policymakers, cultural creators, and global influencers.”
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“A game‑changer for the global media industry”
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“We're excited to partner with BRIDGE to create meaningful opportunities for creators and innovators”
