ABOUT
Eli Hanavan is a music agent at UTA, a leading global talent, sports, entertainment, and advisory company. Based in New York City, he represents an eclectic roster that includes Björk, David Byrne, Kelsey Lu, Arooj Aftab, Basement Jaxx, Shaun Ross, and 1010benja, among others. Throughout his career, Hanavan has helped orchestrate major, career-defining moments for his clients. Recent highlights include Björk’s historic DJ set at Iceland’s Echolalia rave and David Byrne’s world tour in support of his latest album, Who Is the Sky? Since his promotion to agent in December 2025, Hanavan has continued to guide live touring strategy for his clients. This fall, he looks forward to Kelsey Lu’s North American tour in support of her new album So Help Me God.
PANELS
The Business of the Road: Touring, Festivals, and Artist Growth
For many artists, the road remains the most important pathway to building a career. In this fireside conversation, UTA agents Eli Hanavan and Jon Briks join Adrian Perry to discuss how touring strategies are evolving across genres, how agents and artists evaluate opportunities, and what it takes to grow a successful live business in today's market.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:30 PM