Andrew StessMusicIP, CEO
Over a span of more than 15 years, Andrew Stess has earned his reputation for being a deal-closer, relationship-builder and revenue driver for companies in established and emerging technologies. He is experienced in the digital media, consumer electronics and technology spaces, and now as CEO of MusicIP, Andrew drives the company's overall strategy, growth and continued innovation. His team especially relies on his technical knowledge, sales expertise and passion for music.
Previously, Andrew spent several years with All Media Guide (AMG) as vice president of consumer electronics, a division which he launched and where he built the company's CE and technology licensing from the ground up. While there Andrew established important strategic relationships with a substantial number of leading-edge companies including Playstation 3, Apple, Delphi, Yahoo!, AOL, Bang & Olufsen, RealNetworks and MP3Tunes. He has also held senior business development roles at Liquid Audio and Gracenote, where he pioneered the licensing of media recognition in consumer electronics devices and media player applications.
An internationally sought-after speaker in the digital music space, Andrew has spoken at Digital Music Forum, iHollywood Music 2.0, Telematics Update and other industry conferences, tradeshows and events.
In addition to his success in the digital media industry, Andrew is an ASCAP writer and publisher. He has composed music for radio, film and television and has played Bass for thirty years.
Andrew holds a Bachelor of Music in Film Composing from Berklee College of Music.
