CLMA Leadership Update: Maddy Oliver Appointed Interim Executive Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Ottawa, ON - March 31, 2026
The Canadian Live Music Association (CLMA) is pleased to share that Maddy Oliver will serve as Interim Executive Director, following the previously announced departure of President & CEO Erin Benjamin.
Oliver brings a strong understanding of the organization and the broader live music ecosystem, having held several roles at the CLMA, most recently as Director, Membership & Industry Relations. Over nearly six years, she has contributed across key areas of the organization’s work, including member engagement and national advocacy initiatives.
In addition to her work with the CLMA, Oliver is the Founder of Young Music Professionals, a national network supporting early and mid-career music industry professionals. She also serves on the Board of Directors of Women in Music Canada and has contributed to the City of Toronto’s Music Office.
“On behalf of the Board, I want to again thank Erin Benjamin, our first-ever President & CEO, for her extraordinary leadership and lasting contributions to the CLMA and Canada’s live music sector,” said Nate Sabine, Chair of the CLMA Board of Directors. “We are very pleased that Maddy will step into the role of Interim Executive Director. She brings strong sector knowledge and a clear understanding of the organization and its mandate and will provide continuity as we move through this transition.”
“I am honoured to step into this role and support the CLMA during this period,” said Oliver. “This organization represents the collective voice of a passionate and resilient community, and it has been a privilege to be part of its growth. I look forward to working closely with the Board, our team, and our members to continue advancing the priorities that matter most to Canada’s live music community.”
The CLMA continues its work with focus and momentum, maintaining continuity across its programs and priorities. As the Board advances long-term leadership planning, the organization continues to drive advocacy, research, and sector development, and to promote the economic, social, and cultural impact of Canada’s live music industry across the country.
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CONTACT:
Canadian Live Music Association
staff@canadianlivemusic.ca