The Hollywood Independent Music Awards is set for July 30, 2025 once again, at the historic Avalon Hollywood. 1735 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028. Music nominations announced June 26, 2025

Please note, Independent Record Label and Independent Music Publisher nominations will appear on or before July 7th 

Tracie Verlinde, Vice President, Creative, LA at BMI

As Vice President, Creative, Los Angeles, Tracie Verlinde is responsible for overseeing the Pop, Rock and Indie team based in that office. She works closely with her team to discover and sign new songwriters, publishers and bands in those genres, while furthering educational programs, various songwriter showcases and opportunities to build their careers.  

As a 20-year veteran at BMI, Verlinde has worked with Linkin Park, The Lumineers, Death Cab for Cutie, The Head and The Heart, The Shins, Role Model, SYML, Rilo Kiley, Grizzly Bear, among others.

She’s also been responsible for developing and implementing industry showcases, panels, workshops and seminars including BMI’s “Pick of the Month,” the “Acoustic Lounge” showcase series, “BMI 101” and the launch of the LA version of BMI’s “Speed Dating for Songwriters” series, as well as the “Hear It Here First” performance series.

She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from UCLA and UCR and a master’s degree in psychology. She currently serves on the National Board for Sonic Guild. She also serves as a member of the Recording Academy, AIMP, SHOF and Leadership Music.

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