Helen Smith

Helen Smith

Belgium

IMPALA (Independent Music Companies Association)

Helen Smith is Executive Chair of IMPALA, the European association representing independent music companies. Originally from Scotland and based in Brussels, she works with the board to lead the organisation’s strategic development, representing and championing independent music businesses across 33 European countries and strengthening their collective voice and impact.

IMPALA (Independent Music Companies Association)
IMPALA was established in 2000 and now represents over 6000 independent music companies in Europe. 99% of Europe’s music companies are small, micro and medium businesses and self-releasing artists. IMPALA’s mission is to grow the independent music sector sustainably, return more value to artists, promote diversity and entrepreneurship, improve political access, inspire change, and increase access to finance.