Ben Kramer
Head of Artist Development, YouTube Music
As YouTube’s Head of Artist Development, Ben Kramer has been instrumental in shaping the future of music on and off the platform - developing strategies that help artists connect with global audiences, build fan communities, and execute high-impact release campaigns in an evolving digital ecosystem. A seasoned executive and artist advocate, Ben is deeply passionate about leveraging technology to empower artists and labels, exploring new avenues for music discovery, audience growth and fan engagement.
Before joining YouTube, Ben spent years as a major label recording artist, giving him a first-hand understanding of the artist's journey and experience. He went on to co-found a successful music publishing company, where he recorded and oversaw a catalog that continues to secure thousands of sync placements across major television and film productions.
Today, Ben pairs his roots as an artist with his experience as an executive to ensure technology serves as a catalyst to help artists turn creative vision into sustainable success.
