Penty represents some of the U.K’s top names, including Lewis Capaldi, Sam Ryder and Suki Waterhouse, with overseas clientele that includes AJR and K-pop phenoms The Rose and B.I. Prior to linking with Wasserman, Penty worked in management with Sounds Unique Entertainment.

Name an act you foresee taking a big leap forward in 2025.

2025 will be the year of Suki Waterhouse!

The co-head of CAA’s Global Hip-Hop/R&B Touring department, Adler reps artists such as Jennifer Lopez, Charli XCX, Doja Cat, Shaboozey and Mark Ronson as well as veterans such as Green Day, Shania Twain and Yeah Yeah Yeahs.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

“Perfect the art of listening.” —Rob Light

Pappalardo’s love of working in live music started when he served as head of the concert committee at Drew University, where he produced shows for Bob Dylan, Blues Traveler and Jewel. At AGI, he quickly rose to agent, spending the next 25-plus years working with Mötley Crüe, 50 Cent, Pantera, Five Finger Death Punch, Disturbed, Daryl Hall, Andrew Dice Clay and Kidz Bop, among others. Last year, with the formation of IAG, Pappalardo was tasked with heading up the Global Touring division.

First concert you ever saw?

GTR, the supergroup featuring Steve Howe and Steve Hackett, at the Beacon Theater. What makes this even more special is that I’ve had the privilege of representing Steve Howe and Yes for the last 25 years.