Ben Wynter – Director of Business Development & Partnerships at Association of Independent Music (AIM), Founder & CEO Unstoppable Music Group, Co-Founder POWER UP Initiative

Ben Wynter is a highly accomplished music and media executive based in the UK, boasting an impressive two-decade track record within the music industry. His career has encompassed key roles in management, both in Major and Independent Record Labels, and he stands as the visionar founder behind Unstoppable Music Group, a multifaceted media entity encompassing Consultancy, coaching, Management, Production, Record Label, Cultural Marketing and Podcasting. Through Unstoppable Ben has worked with award winning global talent. With a keen eye for innovation, Wynter spearheaded innovative initiatives during his tenure at the PRS Foundation. Among his notable achievements, he conceptualised and successfully launched
the Hitmaker Fund, a much needed program that extends vital grant funding to behind-the-scenes songwriters and producers. Additionally, his forward-thinking leadership saw him launch the Future Hitmaker grant with GIR providing opportunities for female songwriters and the Momentum Accelerator grant.

In his capacity as Director of Business Development and Partnerships at A.I.M (Association of Independent Music), Wynter takes the helm in steering strategic partnerships and presenting unique business prospects to AIM. His unwavering commitment extends to guiding independent music entrepreneurs and rights holders, empowering them to navigate the intricate music and
media landscape for the optimal realisation of their assets. Notably, he pioneered the groundbreaking AIM Angel Investment Syndicate, a pioneering venture that introduces fresh insights into capital investment and enhances access to capital for creative entrepreneurs across the UK.

Wynter devised AIM’s strategy to better serve independent companies in all UK regions and nations through developing networks and facilitating greater access to resources. This has seen AIM open regional outposts in numerous cities across the UK, making it a truly national organisation. Wynter also stands as the Co-Founder of the esteemed Power Up! initiative, a multi-award-winning endeavour that ardently combats anti-black racism while championing a more equitable and inclusive music industry in the UK. In addition to this, Wynter plays a pivotal role at the government level, serving on the UK government’s IPO roundtable for streaming reform, as well as the highly publicized DCMS Creator Remuneration Working Group.