Nashville-based Music Health Alliance (MHA), a nonprofit organization focused on providing healthcare advocacy and access for the music industry, has announced the appointment of Lindsay Hayes as Vice President of Development. Hayes brings over 15 years of experience in supporting artists and creative organizations, most recently serving as General Manager of Collective Artist Management. Her appointment is seen as a strategic move to enhance MHA’s efforts in addressing healthcare needs within the music community.
In addition to Hayes’s appointment, MHA has promoted several staff members within its advocacy and healthcare navigation team. Key promotions include Britton Barnette as Senior Advocate Coordinator, Erin Lancaster as Director of Group Health, and Sophie Badgett as Senior Manager of Advocacy & Insurance, Dental Coordination. Other notable promotions include Steven Crowder as Director of Advocacy & Insurance, Business Management Relations, Suzanne Berg as Director of Advocacy & Insurance, Artist Management Relations, and Zacquia McKinley as Director of Advocacy & Insurance.
The leadership changes come at a crucial time for MHA as the organization continues to expand its services to better meet the healthcare needs of the music industry. The new appointments and promotions reflect MHA’s commitment to enhancing its mission of providing comprehensive healthcare solutions and support for artists and music professionals.