Hi Reader, April 2016. I started Crown Management with more belief than blueprint and I had no idea what the next ten years would actually look like. I was an artist manager then. A year after the pandemic, everything shifted. Crown shifted. I pivoted into project and operations management for entertainment and business, and something clicked into place that I didn’t have language for yet. Now, ten years in, I do. Here are the three things this decade taught me: 1. The best leaders are the...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I wanted to share something special. One of our clients just secured funding after their first year of working with Crown Management on grant writing. And honestly… this one means a lot. Because I’ve seen the work behind the scenes. The patience, the pivots, the commitment to getting it right. This is what happens when strategy meets consistency So to our client—congratulations. You earned this ✨ Moments like this also remind me why I built Crown the way I did. We’ve never just...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, We are still recovering from February — and honestly, that says everything. Here's the recap from The Blueprint Here! It was a day we will not forget — and we are still sitting in all of it in the best way possible. Coming up on the next Crown Connection, we're going to be talking more about events — and not just events in the traditional sense. We're going to get into what it really takes to go from simply managing an event to truly producing something meaningful. Something that...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I have some really exciting news!! The Blueprint Music Business Summit is officially SOLD OUT! Truly — thank you. The response has been incredible, and I’m so proud of the level of intention around this room. But if you missed the Summit… The Blueprint Experience Concert is still on. Concert tickets are $20 until Friday (+ applicable platform fees through the ticketing platform) If you’ve been watching the panelists I’ve been highlighting on my Instagram, this is your chance to...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Monday! We’re officially moving from planning to execution — The Blueprint is now LIVE, and tickets are available. If you’ve been waiting for clarity, structure, and real conversations around building a sustainable career in music, this is your moment.t. 🎶 The Blueprint Music Business Summit & Experience Saturday, February 28, 2026 | The Great Hall, Toronto The Blueprint is a full-day music business summit followed by an evening concert experience, created to equip artists,...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Happy New Year! I hope you entered 2026 gently, clearly, and with intention. This year already feels different — and in the best way. My theme for 2026 is untethered and focused. Untethered from what no longer fits, no longer serves, or no longer aligns. Focused on clarity, sustainability, and moving with purpose — not pressure. I’d love to know: what’s your theme for the year? As we move into January, I’m approaching the new year a little differently. I truly believe that moving...
8 months ago • 1 min read
A Holiday Note from Crown Management Merry Christmas!!, As the year comes to a close, I just want to take a moment to say thank you — to our clients, collaborators, partners, and creatives who trusted Crown Management with their events, grant strategies, and business growth this year. From producing meaningful events, to securing and supporting grant applications, to helping businesses build structure and long-term strategy, this year has been full — and deeply rewarding. As we move into...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, You know I’m always sending you grants, deadlines, and opportunities — and for a long time, it’s been scattered across emails, DMs, and posts. I finally fixed that. 🟣 Meet Bagged — Your New Grant Hub I created Bagged because I needed one central place to house every single grant I talk about, in a way that’s simple, updated, and accessible for everyone. Inside Bagged, you can: Browse Canada-wide grants across industries See what each grant is for, who it serves, and when it’s due...
10 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, 2026 is right around the corner — and this email is all about helping you step into the new year prepared, funded, and organized. This is a loonnggg list so get your notebooks out, share this email and save it for later! Below, you’ll find: ✨ A long list of grants available now through February 1 (plus rolling deadlines) 🎁 Tips for holiday dinners, gifting, event-season planning, and 2026 prep 💸 Discounted Crown services for the Christmas season + Q1 💳 Klarna and Affirm payment...
10 months ago • 3 min read
