Alicia Karlin Appointed Global President of Live at The Circuit Group

Alicia Karlin has been appointed Global President of Live at music management collective The Circuit Group (TCG).

Backstory:

• Karlin was most recently Vice President of Global Touring and Talent at AEG Presents.

• She was also a founding member of the producer team behind Electric Forest, serving as the talent buyer since its 2011 inception.

• The two-time Billboard Women in Music honoree serves on the boards of Backline and Femme House, supporting mental health, wellness, and equity initiatives across the music industry.

Joint venture:

• Karlin’s appointment brings her ASK Management & Advisory firm into TCG’s ecosystem through a joint venture.

• As per TCG’s media release, the partnership brings together a “globally aligned, female-led management team spanning North America and Europe, guided by Karlin and including London-based Circuit Group executive Ella Maughan and Floss Buckle, who joins the management team.”

• Karlin and TCG have launched the partnership by signing acclaimed electronic music artist Sara Landry.

• Karlin also brings management clients Annie Tracy and Brandi Cyrus into the joint venture.

What they said:

• Alicia Karlin: “The Circuit Group represents a new standard for how artists and managers can build truly global, future-facing careers. Their artist-first approach, infrastructure and long-term vision mirror how I’ve always worked and I’m grateful to Dean, Brett and the entire leadership team for the opportunity to bring a new perspective to how we build and scale. This partnership creates the space to work fearlessly and champion women who are redefining what global success looks like.”

• Dean Wilson, CEO of The Circuit Group: “Alicia is one of the most respected leaders in live music and artist development. Her experience operating at the highest levels of touring, combined with her ability to build culturally resonant careers, makes her an exceptional addition to The Circuit Group. We’re thrilled to welcome Alicia and to support the continued growth of Sara Landry as she reshapes the global electronic music landscape.”