Billboard Power 100 Party Celebrates Industry Excellence and Collaboration
Pusha T will be attending the 2026 Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena, where his rap duo Clipse is nominated for five awards, including album of the year for their Let God Sort Em Out project. He recently honored his manager, Alex DePersia, at the Billboard Power 100 party, where Mariah Carey also paid tribute to Jody Gerson, Billboard's Executive of the Decade. The event was a star-studded affair, celebrating industry leaders like Lucian Grainge, Janelle Lopez Genzink, PlaqueBoyMax, and Sharon Osbourne.
Mariah Carey presented Jody Gerson with the Executive of the Decade award, praising her for championing songwriters and leading Universal Music Publishing Group with grace and integrity. Gerson emphasized her passion for supporting artists and songwriters, highlighting the importance of collaboration in the music industry.
Lucian Grainge, honored as the Power 100 No. 1, discussed the evolving landscape of music and the impact of AI on creativity. He emphasized the need for industry collaboration to protect and elevate great music and artists in the face of technological advancements.
Pusha T presented the Breakthrough Executive of the Year award to his manager, Alex DePersia, recognizing her creativity, instincts, and strategic thinking. DePersia expressed gratitude for her mentors and highlighted the transformative impact of motherhood on her career.
Janelle Lopez Genzink, named the 2026 Executive of the Year, shared her journey as a second-generation immigrant and emphasized the importance of creating space for women in the music industry through her company, Volara. PlaqueBoyMax, recipient of the Disruptor Award, thanked his collaborators and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to blend different worlds in his music.
The Billboard Power 100 party was a celebration of industry excellence, showcasing the talent and dedication of music executives and artists. The event highlighted the importance of collaboration, creativity, and empowerment in shaping the future of the music industry.