Making Vinyl Memphis: Full Schedule

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9:00am CDT

HOW SUSTAINABILITY FIGURES IN GZ'S OVERALL STATEGY

Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am CDT

Renasant Convention Center

We'll learn how the world's largest pressing plant has made sustainability a priority.

Speakers

Vladimir Visek

Head of Sustainability, GZ

A newcomer to the music industry, bringing over 15 years of experience in sustainability from various sectors, including roles at IKEA, a global furniture retailer, or the 3D printing company Prusa Research. Co-founder of No Greenwashing, a Czech Republic-based initiative dedicated... Read More →

Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am CDT
Renasant Convention Center

PRESENTATION, SUSTAINABILITY

10:00am CDT

EVOVINYL UPDATE ON THE 100% FOSSIL-FUEL FREE ALTERNATIVE

Wednesday June 4, 2025 10:00am - 10:15am CDT

Renasant Convention Center

UK-based Evolution Music has developed its 100% fossil fuel-free alternative to PVC—trademarked as "EvoVinyl"—for six years and it's already been endorsed by EarthPercent, the music industry non-profit organization focused on climate change and headed by Brian Eno. It appears that Evo is ready for prime-time.

Speakers

Marc Carey

CEO, Evolution Music

Marc Carey has spent over twenty years working in and around innovation led projects. Mainly in areas such as clean tech development, net zero developments and ultra low carbon material research. He has been involved in a number of ground breaking projects and delivered three separate... Read More →

Wednesday June 4, 2025 10:00am - 10:15am CDT
Renasant Convention Center

PRESENTATION, SUSTAINABILITY

10:45am CDT

NEW INSIGHTS FROM THE SECOND REPORT OF THE VRMA CARBON FOOTPRINTING GROUP

Wednesday June 4, 2025 10:45am - 11:00am CDT

Renasant Convention Center

At the 2024 edition of Making Vinyl, Ryan presented findings from the first analysis of the carbon footprint of a vinyl record. The Vinyl Record Manufacturers Association this year has expanded the scope of their continuing study to analyze non-PVC compounds, including various "bio-vinyl" options now hitting the market.

Speakers

Ryan Weitzel

VP Operations, A to Z Media

Ryan Weitzel is a music industry executive with over 20 years of experience, including the last 14 years with A to Z Media. Ryan graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Audio Production from Ohio University. Since then, his experience crosses through every lens of the industry including... Read More →

Wednesday June 4, 2025 10:45am - 11:00am CDT
Renasant Convention Center

PRESENTATION, SUSTAINABILITY