In Charge 2024: Music

New beginnings are a theme in this year's issue. It's a presidential election year and Nashville has a new mayor, but leaders are rotating into this esteemed list every year. Whether it's been decades or weeks leading the companies, whether they're well-known or under the radar, the 2023 In Charge list represents people to call on to make the city the best it can be.

Jennie Smythe — CEO, Girlilla Marketing: Founder of boutique digital marketing firm became CMA board officer in 2024. Roster includes Brooke Shields, Gavin DeGraw, Thomas Rhett and Blondie, but also serves actors and some businesses.