Launching the Gold Coast Music Awards in 2015, armed with an idea, an empty brewery and the support of some of the Gold Coast's most dedicated music industry workers, the growth of the Awards has been swift and impressive.The GCMA team of directors identified the need for further industry support and connection across the Gold Coast and have since worked to develop a program of networking and profiling opportunities for the local sector, leading to the launch of Gold Coast Music Network in 2021.We're honoured to play a pivotal role in the growth and development of Gold Coast's live original music scene and work together to shine a spotlight on the talent coming out of the Gold Coast.Our vision is of a thriving and resilient, music scene on the Gold Coast that is recognised and valued by consumers and decision makers.CELEBRATEachievements through the Gold Coast Music AwardsCREATEa strong brand and identity and a sense of belonging for Gold Coast music businesses and artistsCOLLABORATEwith people who have the right skills and resources across the music industry to help achieve our goalsCULTIVATEpartnerships with organisations across society working towards the same goalsCONNECTthe community with opportunities to experience and appreciate local live music-We value artists and the important and valuable contribution they make to society and our own quality of life.-We acknowledge that ownership of the lands on which we work has never been ceded by its Traditional Owners. We acknowledge and respect First Nations artists as well as other People of Colour.-We value honesty, transparency and shared respect. We seek out and cultivate these values in all partnerships.-We work on continual improvement and innovation. -We are a female-led, feminist organisation. We work hard to elevate other womxn and those who do not conform to gender norms.-Sustainability is at the core of everything we do.-We do what we say.