Melodofi President Paul Ogunmefun to Speak at BET Awards Weekends Music & Tech Panel

Melodofi’s president, Paul Ogunmefun, will join a panel on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for The Linq Up’s BET Awards Weekend in Los Angeles. The session—"Music & Tech"—runs from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Los Globos (3040 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026) and draws more than 250 artists, managers, content creators and industry professionals.

Ogunmefun’s appearance follows a well‑received presentation he delivered earlier in 2026 at the State Bar of Georgia’s Continuing Legal Education seminar. Moderated by Alcide L. Honoré of Honoré Law, LLC, the talk outlined a structured framework for evaluating and transacting music rights. The framework separates composition rights from master‑recording interests, detailing how each is identified, documented and valued.

"The music industry continues to attract increased investment activity, creating greater attention on the legal and transactional structures supporting music rights acquisitions," Ogunmefun said in a statement accompanying the announcement. "Understanding how composition rights and master recording interests are separately identified, documented, and valued is foundational—not just for investors and attorneys, but for the artists who create the work in the first place."

Melodofi, a music and entertainment company that focuses on catalog acquisitions, artist services and related industry activities, positions itself as both an operating entity in the music‑rights market and an educational voice on the transactional mechanics that increasingly govern the sector.

The BET Awards Weekend culminates in the BET Awards ceremony on June 28 at the Peacock Theater. The Linq Up’s Makin’ It Experience, which hosts the panel, offers a full day of programming: live performances, listening sessions, brand activations, producer showcases and live content creation. An A&R Room provides live demos and artist‑funding presentations.

For Ogunmefun, the setting offers a direct line to the artists and creators who sit at the origin point of the rights ecosystem. Melodofi’s presence at the event underscores the growing importance of catalog acquisitions as a mainstream asset class. Private equity, streaming platforms and institutional investors have increased their focus on music catalogs, creating demand for firms with expertise in rights identification and due diligence.

The panel will address how technology and data are reshaping the valuation of music rights, and how creators can navigate the legal landscape. Participants will hear from industry professionals who have worked on high‑profile catalog deals and will have the opportunity to ask questions about the practical steps involved in securing and monetizing rights.

Los Globos, a popular venue for music and entertainment gatherings in Los Angeles, will open its doors at 1 p.m. and run the program until 9 p.m., giving attendees a full day of networking and learning.

Melodofi’s participation is part of a broader strategy to engage with creators and industry stakeholders. By sharing its framework and experience, the company aims to demystify the rights‑transaction process and support artists in maximizing the value of their work.

The announcement was issued by Melodofi’s director of executive communications and public relations, Tavia Mapp‑Deterville, at tavia@melodofi.com. Further information about Melodofi’s services and upcoming events can be found on the company’s website at www.melodofi.com.

The event will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Los Globos, 3040 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026. Doors open at 1 p.m. and the program concludes at 9 p.m. The Music & Tech panel will be one of several sessions that make up the BET Awards Weekend’s Makin’ It Experience.

The panel is scheduled to provide insight into the evolving landscape of music rights, catalog acquisitions and the role of technology in the industry. Attendees can expect to gain a clearer understanding of how rights are structured, valued and transferred in the modern music economy.

For more details, the event’s official page on Eventbrite and the Linq Up’s website provide schedules and registration information.