
NATALIE JACOBS
MUSIC BUSINESS HUMAN
For over 20 years, Natalie has lived where the worlds of recorded music and publishing converge. She has seen the music industry transition from analog to digital, been subject to re-orgs and layoffs, and seen the rise in importance of the independent sector. In 2023, she founded Equalizer Consulting as the natural evolution of her insights into metadata and rights management. She is committed to using her knowledge to support fair compensation, effective discovery, and a thriving music ecosystem. Her passion lies in equipping the music community with the knowledge and tools to succeed, whether guiding corporate teams toward data and rights excellence or mentoring individual artists through the intricacies of ownership. She also dedicates time to mentoring, speaking, and educating; helping to shape the next generation of music professionals.