Music Industry Moves: Karol G’s Con Cora Foundation and LatinoJustice Join Forces to Elevate Latina Leadership

In a significant effort to empower future leaders, Karol G's Con Cora Foundation has teamed up with LatinoJustice PRLDEF to introduce the Latina Pwr initiative, designed to elevate emerging Latina leaders across the United States. The Con Cora Foundation—founded by the Colombian global phenomenon behind history-making albums like "Mañana Será Bonito"—embodies her commitment to creating pathways for women. Partnering with LatinoJustice, a civil rights organization with 50 years of experience championing equity and leadership development, the program will celebrate the strength and cultural influence of Latinas while providing access to positions of impact.

The Latina PWR for Leadership program is scheduled to run in New York from September 2025 through July 2026, focusing on increasing representation in law, advocacy, and related fields. It will prioritize first-generation college students who demonstrate exceptional promise despite systemic barriers. According to civil rights scholar Dr. Elena Márquez, “Initiatives like this are essential—they don’t just transform individual lives, they help rebalance entire professional ecosystems.” The effort builds on LatinoJustice’s track record of nurturing more than 10,000 leaders throughout its history.

In other industry news, Warner Chappell Music Nashville has renewed its worldwide publishing pact with eight-time Grammy winner Kacey Musgraves. The singer-songwriter, known for broadening country music’s appeal with cross-genre projects like "Golden Hour," referred to the publisher as a “creative home” that has supported her throughout her career. Executives applauded her unique artistry and lasting impact on the musical landscape.

HYBE Latin America has introduced S1ENTO Records, a new imprint dedicated to regional Mexican music. Myrna Pérez, an Emmy-nominated executive who previously oversaw HYBE’s “Pase a la Fama” talent initiative, has been appointed General Manager. Based in Los Angeles, Pérez brings a wealth of experience from her time at Netflix and Telemundo, where she served in production and creative leadership roles. This move signals HYBE’s growing investment in Latin music markets, which have seen explosive global growth in recent years.

Bruce Allen Talent has appointed Paul Haagenson, the former President of Live Nation Canada, as its new President. Founder Bruce Allen will transition to Chairman, emphasizing Haagenson’s deep industry relationships and managerial acumen. Haagenson expressed enthusiasm for steering the agency’s acclaimed artist roster and maintaining its legacy of personalized representation.

Sony Music Publishing has promoted Jordi Tello to Managing Director for the Iberian region, taking over from the retiring Juan Ignacio Alonso. Based in Madrid, Tello will oversee creative and business operations in Spain and Portugal. He paid tribute to his predecessor’s influential tenure and outlined his vision to enhance support for local songwriters through Sony’s international resources and infrastructure.

Meanwhile, music journalist Rob Fitzpatrick has launched “States of Independence,” a new podcast delving into the stories behind legendary independent record labels. The first season will feature Beggars Group founder Martin Mills, with episodes premiering September 11 and including conversations with iconic artists like Gary Numan. The series aims to highlight the cultural impact of indie labels that have often challenged mainstream music industry norms.