VMDO are proud to be supporting staff members from Kennell&Co in attending the 2024 Regional and Remote Music Summit in Darwin NT.
Published 1 August, 2024
VMDO are proud to be supporting staff members from Kennell&Co in attending the 2024 Regional and Remote Music Summit in Darwin NT.
From 8–9 August 2024, music experts, artists, policymakers, academics, and community leaders from the NT and beyond will gather in Darwin to create a new narrative for regional music-making – one that amplifies, connects, and strengthens our entire ecosystem.
A bit about Kennell & Co:
Kennell&Co is a privately owned company led by Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait) queer woman, lawyer, facilitator and consultant, Kerry Kennell. Kennell&Co work through a lens of connection, culture and empowerment. Established in 2020, Kennell&Co have rapidly become known for our work in business mentoring, strategic planning, operational efficiencies, artist management, project leadership, and facilitation.
The staff members attending are Ethan Savage and Wagina Kennell. Learn about them below:
The image is a promotional graphic for the "Regional & Remote Music Summit," featuring Ethan Savage from Kennell & Co. It includes a close-up photo of a young man with a beard and a smile, set against a plain background. Part of the image has a bold orange overlay with white line art of a profiled face, and text detailing the event and Ethan's affiliation. The logos for VMDO, Creative Victoria, and Music Development Office are also included, indicating their involvement or sponsorship of the summit. The design is clean and modern, with a clear focus on the individual's engagement in the event.
The image is a promotional graphic for the "Regional & Remote Music Summit," featuring Wagina Kennell from Kennell & Co. It includes a close-up photo of a young woman with her hair pulled back, wearing a light green, high-neck blouse. Part of the image has a bold orange overlay with white line art of a profiled face, and text detailing the event and Wagina's affiliation. The logos for VMDO, Creative Victoria, and Music Development Office are also included, indicating their involvement or sponsorship of the summit. The design is clean and modern, with a clear focus on the individual's engagement in the event.
The image features a text-based profile of Ethan Savage, titled "Administrative Assistant/Associate Consultant." It details his background and professional qualifications, noting his heritage from the Kaantju and Girramay peoples of Far North Queensland and Badu Island in the Torres Strait. The profile emphasizes Ethan's diverse skill set, including community engagement, project management, marketing, and communications, and his role at Kennell & Co. It also highlights his academic achievements and dedication to amplifying the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the music and creative industries. The design incorporates the logos of VMDO, Creative Victoria, and Music Development Office along with a red and white color scheme and a white line art of a profiled face, maintaining a clean and professional layout.
The image features a text-based profile of Wagina Kennell, titled "Business Development & Operations Lead." It details her background as a Torres Strait Islander woman with connections to Ugar and Erub islands, and her current work in Naarm/Melbourne. The profile highlights her seven years of experience in public service, focusing on vulnerable populations and systems designed to support them. Wagina's work spans operations, leadership, resource development, and investigations within welfare and mental health sectors, emphasizing her role in advocacy. She leads business development efforts at Kennell & Co., fostering strategic partnerships and enhancing operational efficiency. The design includes a red and white color scheme and the logos of VMDO, Creative Victoria, and Music Development Office, maintaining a professional and informative layout.