Fall 2025 Intern Intros!

By Miriam DeYoung

We are so excited to welcome four new interns to the Olivia Management team for this Fall semester! If you’ve been around long, you know how much we depend on our interns to keep our company running and we’re so thrilled to introduce you to the four lovely ladies who will be our helping hands this semester. They’ve already been proving themselves so helpful and it hasn’t even been a week! We can already tell it’s going to be a great semester.

Bri Rogers

Bri is a Senior Creative Entertainment Industries Major at Belmont University! Her favorite artist right now is the Paper Kites and she can’t wait to learn about artist management!

Sydney Barton

Sydney is junior Music Business and Economics double major at Belmont University. Her favorite group right now is The Band Camino. She shared that she’s excited not only for the opportunity but also to learn from other women in the industry!

Maddie Hardwick

Maddie is a junior Music Business Major at Belmont University. Her favorite artist as of late is Kings of Leon. She shared that she’s super excited to get more involved in the artist management world and learn and work with such an amazing group of people.

Sam Van Arsdale

Sam is a senior Music Business major at Belmont University. Her favorite artist right now is Jean Dawson. You may recognize Sam as one of our Spring 2025 interns who has graciously agreed to join us again this semester and she says that she’s excited to be back and learn new things every single day!

Summer 2025 Intern Wrap Up

By Miriam DeYoung

As August rolls around, it’s time for us to say goodbye to the amazing interns who have joined us for this Summer semester. They have so kindly written a reflection on the time they spent interning with us. We are so grateful for each and every one of them and the hard work they’ve put into everything they’ve helped us with over the last few months. We’ll miss them dearly and can’t wait to see the amazing things they go on to do!

Interning at OM this summer has been such an educational, fun, and productive experience. I could not have asked for more kind, helpful, and hardworking co-workers with the best CEO leading us. During my first day, I was so impressed by how organized and thorough OM is—from their detailed directions to their meticulous spreadsheets. I knew exactly what was expected of me, and if I had any questions, anyone on staff was happy to help. I learned so much from doing 1:1s with Erin, assisting with tasks in the office, and watching OM’s artists perform.

My favorite memory was when a few of us saw Mary Gauthier perform at The Bluebird Cafe with Jaimee Harris. It was so incredible to watch Mary’s songs come to life, and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to attend an event in such a revered venue. Thank you to the OM team for making my summer in Nashville the best ever!

Being a summer intern at Olivia Management has been such a well-rounded, fruitful experience, especially for someone like me who was looking for an opportunity to get my foot in the door of the industry. From day one, the women who collectively make up OM made extensive efforts to make each and every intern feel welcomed and motivated to take on each day's tasks, while simultaneously trusting us with large scale projects. I am so grateful for all of the things this opportunity has allowed me to walk away with: from unique experiences to tangible skills I will be able to continue building on.
One of the most eye-opening parts of this internship was getting to witness how a “middle class” management company not only survives but thrives in an industry often dominated by giants. Seeing firsthand how Olivia Management navigates this space—with intentionality, adaptability, and deep care for their artists—has completely reshaped how I think about success in music. I leave this internship not only with a clearer path forward, but with a deeper belief that there’s space in the industry for people who lead with grit and heart.

 

Interning at Olivia Management has been an extremely educational and insightful experience. I have learned so much new information I had no idea about prior to being here. OM is filled with immensely talented women that truly care for their artists and help everyone succeed. They allowed us interns to learn from each other and be a team rather than multiple individuals in a room together. Whenever a time-sensitive situation arose, it was always handled with care and deliberation between our superiors that followed a certain flow, from a well-organized process and mission that was underneath the foundations which hold up OM. Whenever I had questions or was confused about something the answer usually resided on Slab or was a few feet away and was answered without hesitation.
Erin is a wonderful CEO and unites everyone with a divide-and-conquer mindset, showcasing her trust in everyone’s abilities. Even while Erin was on maternity leave celebrating the new addition to her family, Grace led the team as if nothing changed along with Maddy and Miriam!
I have gained so much insight into the industry and my strengths and weaknesses that make my career path so much clearer. There were a lot of fun moments and I am sad this time is coming to an end, but being here has been amazing and I will forever be grateful for my internship at Olivia Management.

 

Interning at Olivia Management this summer has been an incredibly educational and fulfilling experience. It was the perfect way to close out my college journey. As someone from New York, packing up my life and moving halfway across the country to Nashville was both stressful and exciting. From day one, the women in the office were welcoming, kind,
and understanding, which made the transition so much easier. Their depth of experience in the industry was incredibly valuable and played an important role throughout my time here.
Most of my work focused on social media projects and marketing, and thanks to the guidance and leadership of the entire team, I was able to grow both professionally and personally. I’ll definitely miss our Monday meetings and the fun, supportive energy in the office.
One of the highlights of this internship has been learning directly from such a successful and inspiring CEO and her team. Not only are they incredibly knowledgeable about the industry, but the time and care they invest in their interns speaks volumes about their dedication to shaping the future of music. Olivia Management is such a positive, dynamic place to be, and I’m so grateful to have spent my summer here.

Olivia Management Awarded Top 100 at the Belmont Entrepreneur Awards

by Julia Reiss

For the past six years, Belmont University’s Thomas F. Cone Sr. Center for Entrepreneurship has proudly hosted the annual Belmont Entrepreneur Awards. The 2025 event, held on March 31st, brought together 100 of Belmont’s most accomplished alumni entrepreneurs. For the past 6 years, Erin Anderson, Founder and CEO of Olivia Management, has been a part of this prestigious group.

The Belmont Entrepreneur Awards highlight the incredible impact of the University’s alumni, not only celebrating their success but also showing how Belmont continues to support its entrepreneurial community. The event highlights the University's role in shaping the next generation of business leaders; providing a valuable opportunity for alumni to connect, collaborate, and share their insights while offering guidance to aspiring entrepreneurs.

Erin’s long-standing involvement in the awards reflects her commitment to giving back. As an adjunct professor, she teaches an entrepreneurship class at Belmont, where she shares her real-world experience with students and helps them refine their business ideas. At this years event, she was able to introduce a few of her current students, the top 100 of the future, and share what they do and how the program works to supports them. Her dedication to the next generation of entrepreneurs is a perfect example of how Belmont continues to foster a thriving and supportive entrepreneurial community.

Below, Erin shares her thoughts on the the event and what it means to her and the Belmont community.

“Each year, it's exciting to see the other nominees and discover that many businesses I admire or support are also Belmont alumni and part of this program. I always feel like I’m in really good company.” - Erin Anderson

“I am really honored that we have been selected all six years of the program existing, and I’m always so honored that our work with artists is recognized.” - Erin Anderson

You can read more about the 2025 Belmont Entrepreneur Awards here.

Olivia Management's Spring 2025 Interns

Here we go again, the beginning of the year marks the beginning of a new semester and we’re so excited to introduce our newest batch of amazing interns. If you’ve been around a while, you know how much we appreciate the hard work our interns put in and we can’t wait to get to know these four lovely ladies joining us this spring.

Meet Julia

Julia is in her senior year at Vanderbilt University studying musical performance and business. Her favorite artist is The Lumineers and when she’s not joining us in the office or in class, she enjoys baking and anything crafty!

Meet Sam

Sam is a senior at Belmont University majoring in Music Business with an emphasis in Music Production. Currently, her favorite artist is Dominic Fike and, in her free time, she loves to cook, journal, and go hiking!


Meet Faith

Faith is also a senior at Belmont University studying Media and Entertainment with a minor in Studio Art. Her favorite band is currently Wild Rivers and, when she’s not in class or in the office, she loves to bake and draw. This is Faith’s second semester here at Olivia Management and we’re so grateful to have her back!


Meet Lillian

Lillian is a senior at Florida Southern College majoring in Music Management with a minor in Business Administration. Her favorite artist is Zac Brown Band and she loves to go line dancing and explore new places.

We are so excited to get to know our lovely new interns and to see how much they grow and learn and how much they teach us! Here’s to an amazing Spring Semester!

Welcoming our Fall 2024 Interns!

Here at Olivia Management, we thrive off of teamwork, which is why it’s so exciting every season when we get to welcome our new interns! This fall, we have four lovely student interns from Belmont University joining our team to help us serve our artists!

 

Alexa Sangalis

Alexa Sangalis

Alexa is a senior songwriting major and music business minor at Belmont University. She’s been obsessed with the songs “Second Nature” by Clairo and “360” by Charli XCX. Though it can’t be pinpointed to this exact moment, Alexa shares that she remembers begging her mom for a guitar when she was 7 and her love for music has only grown since then. Her favorite places in Nashville are (not biased at all) Belmont and the music venues in town!

 

Charlotte Ulman

Charlotte Ulman

Charlotte is a senior music business major with an emphasis in tour operations at Belmont University. As of recent, Twenty One Pilots and Jeremy Zucker have been frequent artists she’s been listening to. Her interest for the music industry and desire to be a part of the live show process sparked from playing guitar in School of Rock growing up and going to concerts! Her favorite places in Nashville are music venues, specifically Brooklyn Bowl and The Basement East.

 

Faith Harting

Faith Harting

Faith is a senior Media and Entertainment major with a minor of Studio Art at Belmont University. Two songs she’s been enjoying listening to are “Love You Tonight” by Ella Langley and “Roulette on the Heart” by Conner Smith & Hailey Whitters. Growing up, she remembers music always playing around her house, which has brought joy to her life and long-term inspired her to enter into the music business! Her favorite places in Nashville are 21st Ave and 12th South because she loves the cute coffee shops and shopping— more specifically, the sweet little farm stand during the Fall on 12th.

 

Lexi Staebler

Lexi Staebler

Lexi is majoring in songwriting with a minor in music business at Belmont University. Her favorite song right now is “Die with a Smile” by Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. Her love for music came from her love for entertaining/being a performer, which has developed into writing her own original music which she plays with her band. Her favorite place in Nashville is the late “WildHorse Saloon,” a classic line-dancing establishment located off of the main Broadway strip.

 

We’re looking forward to another great season, developing and working side by side with our artists!

Spring 2024 OM Interns!!!

By Miriam DeYoung

Here at Olivia Management, we’re so fortunate to have an amazing team of interns each semester that help operations run as smoothly as they do. This semester we have four lovely interns from Belmont University and we’re so excited for you to meet them!

Nick is getting his MBA at Belmont University, he went to undergrad at NYU to get a music tech degree. His favorite artist is Frost Children and he met Willie Nelson and Morgan Freeman across the street from his dads house.

Miriam is a junior songwriting major at Belmont University. Her favorite artist is Lizzy McAlpine and she’s flown in a helicopter. This is Miriam’s second semester as an intern at OM.

Grace is a senior music business major at Belmont University. Her favorite artist is Frank Ocean and she’s a dual citizen of Australia. Grace is also a returning OM intern who we’re so excited to have back

Tyler is a senior music business major at Belmont University. His favorite artist is Bruce Springsteen and he owns 14 guitars.

Intern Wrap Up: Hannah Loomis

By Hannah Loomis

I first met Mackenzie and Grace at Belmont’s Curb College Internship Fair in the fall of 2021. From our first conversation, I just knew that I had to apply for an internship at Olivia Management. They were so much fun to chat with, even over Zoom, and I could tell that they really enjoyed the work they were doing. I vividly remember getting the email notification from Mackenzie that I was being offered the internship. I was at Belmont, walking to class with a friend. I thoroughly embarrassed myself by squealing loudly and jumping up and down.

From my first staff meeting and work day with Olivia Management, I knew that I was going to love my time interning here. At OM, we start each staff meeting by affirming another team member and then ourselves. It’s so refreshing, and made me feel valued and seen as a member of the team from day one. Not to mention, the energy in the office is amazing. We work hard, but also have a great time cracking jokes, getting to know each other, and listening to Harry’s House. To this day, I am so inspired each time I come into work. It is a blessing to be surrounded by powerful, hardworking women who are forces to be reckoned with in our industry. I could not have asked for a better team to look up to.

I have grown so much throughout the two semesters I’ve interned at Olivia Management. My knowledge of the music industry has increased tenfold, and my skillset has expanded tremendously. Getting to learn from Erin and the rest of the Olivia Management team has been an honor and a privilege. I’ve experienced so many wonderful things during my time here as well. I attended two release parties for our lovely artists, got to celebrate OM’s 10th anniversary, and spent some time in the studio observing. I’ve had several one on one meetings with Erin, who so graciously prioritizes making herself accessible to us interns. I have wanted to pursue artist management as a career since my sophomore year of college, and I’m now more confident than ever about that decision. It is the truly the most magical feeling.

I begin my senior year in about two weeks, and that is both terrifying and exciting. However, I’m entering this year feeling absolutely elated to learn more about what the music industry has to offer. I’m definitely sad to leave Olivia Management, but I will carry the things I’ve learned with me for the rest of my career. I’m so thankful for Erin, Mackenzie, Grace, and Maddy and all that they’ve helped me achieve here. I am thrilled to see what the future holds!

What does an artist manager’s intern do?

by Chelsea Hallman

I feel like even my friends that are in the music industry are still curious about what an artist manager does, and what I am doing for them. Here’s a look into my week, what I do in my position, what I believe is important, and what I’ve been learning.

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For background, I will explain the purpose of an artist manager. An artist manager is the person behind the artist that helps manage their fast-moving career. They professionally represent and advise an artist to make the smartest business decisions. Artist managers work to get their artists to stand out enough to attract labels, music supervisors, playlisters, and others in all sectors of the music industry. They negotiate contracts, set up tours, make marketing plans, promote them, give budgets, and overall help develop the artist. Find more information here.

So if you think that’s cool, or maybe something you’d want to do, many artist management companies, like Olivia Management, have internships available to teach you just that. But what does that mean you’d be doing? 

First, before you even land an internship, make sure you are bringing your class knowledge with you. Pay attention in your major classes because it matters more than you think. I use this knowledge almost every day in this internship. I have Belmont’s Music Business program to thank for helping me get prepared for this one!

Now you are prepared professionally and start to look for an artist management internship. What does that mean day-to-day? Like I said previously, this is a fast-paced career. Every day there are different deals to be made and different things to discover in the ever-changing music industry. New ideas come up, new people reach out, new songs are written, all just depending on how people are feeling. This is a pretty unpredictable day-to-day job. But that’s also what makes it so much fun.

Because of the unpredictability, there are sometimes gaps. You never really know what you’ll be working on that day until you step into the office. Sometimes it's a crazy busy day where you can barely get time to eat. Olivia Management specifically gives interns “semester-long projects” of their choosing to discover more about the music business. My semester-long projects are diving into artists’ Youtube and working on Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for the company, both things I’m interested in. Others are working on merchandising, social media, press releases, sponsorships, etc. It really depends on what interests you!

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Most days, I am not working on my semester projects. Instead, on various projects and tasks that come up and the team needs help with. I could help route a tour, make a calendar, edit a music video, edit show posters, make social media posts, do some research for someone on the team, organize something physically, or in a database. There are lots of opportunities. Recently, those are a few of the things that I’ve been up to. 

Arguably, more importantly, is the stuff that will advance my interpersonal skills from this internship. I know what an office environment in my field looks like. I’m watching my co-workers find their work/life balance. I observe what meetings with professionals are like and how to act. These are all invaluable skills that can be learned from any internship. They are the reason that internships are so important before graduation. 

For all of these reasons, I am so grateful for Olivia Management. I’ve learned so much already and will continue to. If you’re a student aspiring to be in the music industry, this is the place for you!