New Interim Executive Director, Terra Lopez

RAMPD—the award-winning global network and consultancy equipping the music industry with tools to empower creators, performers, and professionals with disabilities, neurodivergence, and other conditions—has tapped Terra Lopez as Interim Executive Director. Formerly Head of Marketing and Artist Partnerships at Backline, Lopez brings a strong track record at the intersection of music, mental health, and creator advocacy. She steps in to lead RAMPD’s next phase of growth, building on its mission to drive a more inclusive and accessible industry.

"We’re thrileed to welcome Terra to the team at this pivotal moment for RAMPD. Her leadership allows us to build the structure and operational strength needed to scale into a true industry powerhouse, while allowing me to stay focused on vision, strategy, and steering the bigger picture as we expand our impact across the music ecosystem.” - Lachi, CEO, RAMPD

""As both an artist and music industry professional, I've seen firsthand the importance of creating spaces where everyone can fully participate and thrive. RAMPD is leading the change by amplifying Disability Culture and creating a more innovative music industry for all. I'm so excited to work alongside this incredible community to expand our impact, strengthen our programs, and forge new pathways for RAMPD's next big chapter." Terra Lopez, Interim Executive Director, RAMPD

Announcement by Terra Lopez on LinkedIn:

I'm honored to share that I've joined RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities) as their Interim Executive Director. 

RAMPD's mission is to equip the music, sound, and live entertainment industries with the tools needed to empower working music creators and professionals with Disabilities, neurodivergence, and other chronic or mental health conditions. I am so excited to support this incredible work. 

As we continue building programming, partnerships, trainings, and resources, I want to connect with organizations, industry leaders, festivals, venues, brands, artists, and advocates who want to help shape a more accessible and empowering future for the music industry. 

If you're in the music and live entertainment space, let's connect! I'd love to hop on a call and explore ways we can build together. 

So much gratitude to the RAMPD team for having me be a part of this powerful mission!