Mentor Session: Eric Shea (Pandora/SiriusXM)

Event ID: PP1150491

Mon, Mar 16, 2026 | 9:00 PM - 10:15 PM

Venue: Tannehill (Downright Austin)

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Summary

Meeting with this mentor is highly recommended if you're interested in Management, Marketing/PR, Media/Journalism, Music Tech, Songwriting, Streaming & Programming.

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