4th Annual Members Sync & "Crush Your Craft: Grammy Edition" Unite DC's Grammy Community in LA
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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- The 4th Annual Members Sync and Crush Your Craft: Grammy Edition events will bring together over 200 Grammy members, nominees, and artists from DC and across the nation for a two-day celebration of creativity, professional development, and community during Grammy Week in Los Angeles.

Hosted by Pride Interactive Media Group and Briclyn Entertainment, the events take place January 29–30, 2026, featuring an industry panel, networking experiences, and a red carpet celebration designed to elevate and connect creatives at every stage of their careers.

Crush Your Craft: Grammy Edition
Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Hard Rock Cafe | Hollywood, CA

The Crush Your Craft panel will explore topics including licensing, navigating the entertainment industry, and professional acclimation. Panelists include Syreta J. Oglesby, Jeanine McClean, Kristen Carter, Jonathan Anderson, Walter Jones, and Nikki Taylor, with a special performance by Gabby Samone. Moderation by Russell Taylor.

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4th Annual Members Sync & Red Carpet Experience
Friday, January 30, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Mondrian Hotel Sky Bar | West Hollywood, CA

The signature Members Sync event will feature a red carpet experience and networking reception, creating space for meaningful dialogue about the future of creative work and collaboration.

Grammy-nominated artists (and former awardees) expected include Lakecia Benjamin, Donna Scott, Aidan Carroll, Tamara Wellons, Desarae Dee, Nicole Zuraitis, Harold "Fyütch" Simmons, Felix (Bagoftrickscat) Gamarano, Raheem Jarbo, TolumiDE, Dan Pugach, Carron Mitchell, Joanie Leeds, and Wayna, among others.

"Our events have created a powerful space for Grammy members and industry professionals to network and truly belong," said Aaron Myers, CEO of Pride IMG. "Over the years, these gatherings have sparked meaningful partnerships and career-defining opportunities… including projects that have gone on to earn Grammy recognition and nominations. Channeling the energy of D.C.'s Day-Party culture, we're bringing that same energy to Los Angeles. We believe that where members sync, we belong."

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Community Partners and Sponsors
The 2026 Members Sync and Crush Your Craft events are supported by leading community and industry partners, including:
Pride Interactive Media Group, Briclyn Entertainment, The Market Rep Inc, Black Vault, Destination DC, Events DC, Hard Rock Cafe, Ben's Chili Bowl, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, the European American Cultural Foundation. Additional sponsors will be announced.

About Pride Interactive Media Group (Pride IMG)
Pride Interactive Media Group (Pride IMG) is a full-service entertainment and media company dedicated to amplifying diverse voices and creating innovative platforms for creatives, artists, and industry professionals. Through experiential events, strategic partnerships, and multimedia programming, Pride IMG connects talent to opportunity while fostering community and collaboration.