To support more informed decision-making across the sector, AFEM is hosting a public Finance Summit: Streaming, Touring & Taxation, bringing together leading experts to unpack the practical realities of working across borders.

Tuesday 27 January 2026 | 4:00pm GMT | Online

What the summit will cover

This session will explore best practice in international touring and taxation, drawing on recent expert guidance around artist taxation, social security coordination, and VAT. The focus is on real-world application; how rules are interpreted in practice, where risks arise, and what artists and businesses can do to operate more sustainably.

Key topics include:

• Withholding tax and double tax treaties

• Expense deductions across jurisdictions

• Social security coordination for touring artists

• VAT treatment in international markets

• Risk mitigation and compliance strategies

Rather than abstract theory, the summit will highlight practical approaches currently used by artists, managers, promoters, and touring businesses to navigate complex financial landscapes.

Speakers and contributors

The session features expert insight from members:

• Dick Molenaar (All Arts), author of The Doctor Tax Workshop Experience, sharing hands-on examples of how international tax frameworks are applied across markets

• Pieter Dunselman (Thomas St John Netherlands), offering perspectives from touring and artist services

• Viktor Fernandez (Questionna), working to increase industry awareness around withholding tax certificates

The discussion will be followed by an interactive Q&A, allowing participants to raise questions and share experiences.

Moderated by AFEM

The summit will be moderated by Finlay Johnson, CEO of AFEM, ensuring the conversation remains grounded in the real needs of the electronic music community.

Who should attend?

This session is relevant for:

• Artists and DJs touring internationally

• Managers, agents, and promoters

• Labels and music businesses supporting cross-border activity

• Anyone seeking clearer insight into touring finance, taxation, and compliance

Whether you are actively touring or planning future international activity, the summit aims to support long-term financial planning and more sustainable artist mobility.

Register now

Register to attend the AFEM Finance Summit at the link below.