Beatport, the world’s leading music store for DJs, has officially unveiled the first round of speakers for Beatport Connect: L.A., the West Coast edition of its global summit series aimed at fostering conversation, collaboration, and community within the electronic music space.
Set to take place at the W Hotel Hollywood on Friday, September 26, 2025, Beatport Connect: L.A. will bring together some of the most influential voices in music, culture, and technology for a day of panels, discussions, and networking opportunities.
The initial speaker lineup includes:
Sofi Tukker (Artist)
DJ Minx (Artist)
Katie Bain (Director, Billboard Dance)
Moody Jones (General Manager, EMPIRE & President, Dirtybird)
Josh Love (Partner, Reed Smith LLP)
Gregory Alexander (Founder, A Club Called Rhonda)
Claire Wright (CEO/Founder, BUDDY)
With more speakers and programming still to be announced, the Los Angeles summit is shaping up to be one of the most dynamic editions yet.
A Day of Insight, Innovation, and Community
Beatport Connect: L.A. will explore the pressing topics influencing the global dance music ecosystem. From AI’s impact on music production to strategies for breaking through in the attention economy, the event will provide a platform for critical conversations such as Beyond Burnout, which looks at sustainability and wellness in an always-on industry.
Attendees will not only gain industry insight from leading artists and executives but will also enjoy premium experiences, including:
Sunset networking drinks on the WET Deck rooftop
An exclusive late-night Beatport Live event at The Loft, hosted in collaboration with Insomniac Records
(Tickets for the evening event will be included with full-day passes or available separately for purchase.)
Beatport’s Ongoing Commitment to Local Ecosystems
“Los Angeles has long been a creative and strategic hub for Beatport,” said Beatport CEO Robb McDaniels. “It’s where many of our team are based, and where our connection to the electronic music community runs deep. With Beatport Connect: L.A., we’re not only investing in the future of the scene but also creating space for emerging artists, labels, and professionals to build meaningful connections. Supporting local ecosystems like L.A. is at the heart of our mission to help the global electronic music industry grow in a more inclusive, sustainable, and collaborative way.”
As the electronic music world continues to evolve, Beatport Connect events provide a much-needed space to share ideas, amplify new voices, and champion innovation on both a global and hyperlocal level.
Tickets and additional programming updates for Beatport Connect: L.A. will be released in the coming weeks via beatport.com.
