Meet the team

Me Gusta Music is staffed by publishing and record administration experts with two decades of experience. But who are we, really? Scroll down, gentle reader.

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Trina Smith-Dort

OWNER

I like music because music is the sound of your friends gathered around, and the smiles and the frowns on their faces. Music helps you feel feelings true and real, and they’re felt by people in different places. (Thank you Chris Stapleton and Elmo!)

First concert you attended? With parents – Kitty Wells (age 5), Without parents – Winger (age 13)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Sam Cooke - YOU SEND ME

 
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TRICIA PROCTOR

DIRECTOR OF PUBLISHING ADMIN.

I like music because because I grew up in a family of musicians and was always surrounded by it.

First concert you attended? Spice Girls at Starwood (1998)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Bob Seger – ROLL ME AWAY

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ALLISON RICHARD

ROYALTY MANAGER (PUBLISHING)

I like music because because of its ability to connect people.

First concert you attended? Doug Stone in a central PA mall in the late 90s

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Garth Brooks – THE RIVER

Bri Holko

ROYALTY MANAGER (RECORDS)

I like music because it conveys emotions and can change the mood of a room.

First concert you attended? Aly & AJ - Insomniatic Tour

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Fall Out Boy – SUGAR, WE’RE GOIN’ DOWN

STACI TURCK

LICENSING MANAGER

I like music because it can bring you back to a specific moment in time and it can bring people together.

First concert you attended? Kelly Clarkson Addicted Tour (2006)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
David Bowie - REBEL REBEL

Aubree Neal

COPYRIGHT MANAGER

I like music because it’s free therapy! Whether I’m happy, sad, anxious, lonely , etc… There is always a song I can play (and loudly shout) to help process my emotions.

First concert you attended? Britney Spears at the BJCC in Birmingham, Alabama (2000)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Eagles - TAKE IT EASY

LEXI ANDERSON

CREATIVE MANAGER

I like music because it’s a universal way to connect. Whether it is through a shared love for a particular genre, a memorable song, or a powerful performance, music can create a bridge that brings people together, promoting a sense of belonging and community! 

First concert you attended? Lady A

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Abba – DANCING QUEEN

Gillian moody

ROYALTY COORDINATOR

I like music because it’s one of the most beautiful parts of the human experience. Every song, artist and instrument has impacted someone out there in the world!

First concert you attended? The Naked Brothers Band at King’s Island in Ohio (2009)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Gary Numan - CARS

LEAH RUMFORD

COPYRIGHT COORDINATOR

I like music because it is a universal language of sorts.  It helps create community and joy for people.

First concert you attended? RaeLynn with my mom for my 13th birthday

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Noah Kahan – EVERYWHERE, EVERYTHING

SKYLAR ORTIZ

COPYRIGHT COORDINATOR

I like music because it's something I never get tired of. There's always a new artist, genre, or song to discover!

First concert you attended? Red Tour – Taylor Swift

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Justin Bieber - BABY

MAKENNA EUSEBIO

LICENSING COORDINATOR

I like music because it says what words alone sometimes can’t.  It is hard to feel alone when you find a song that relates perfectly to your exact moment, struggle or happiness.

First concert you attended? Fearless Tour – Taylor Swift (2009)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
The Band Camino – SEE THROUGH

SOPHIE DANIEL

ROYALTY COORDINATOR (RECORDS)

I like music because it has an incredible ability to connect people through a shared experience and is there for you whenever you need it!

First concert you attended? Jonas Brothers (2008)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Mac Miller - LADDERS