Vivian Barclay (CA) // Hot House Songs
Biography
With over two decades of experience in the music industry, Vivian Barclay is a seasoned music publishing executive. In her former role as Managing Director of Warner Chappell Music Canada, she oversaw the company’s esteemed global catalog, representing some of the most prolific creators in the world. During her tenure, she played a key role in signing talented writers and artists from around the world, including Patoranking, Raghav, Machel Montano, Birthday Cake Records’ Begonia, and producers Aliby (Drake, Party Next Door) and Tom French (Lil Baby, Da baby).
Beginning her career with a background in Radio and Audio production, Vivian embarked on stints on the airwaves as the host of her own radio show and later as a Program Director. She then transitioned to work with Jones & Jones Productions, specializing in event and artist management services, before ultimately finding her niche in music supervision and publishing. Additionally, Vivian earned producer credits for her contributions to numerous conferences and festivals, further solidifying her reputation as a versatile and accomplished professional.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Vivian is deeply committed to giving back to her community and the music industry. Notably, she co-founded and serves as the president of the board of ADVANCE, Canada’s Black Music Business Collective. She also sits on the boards of Music Publishers Canada, serving as mentor to the “Women in the studio” mentor program and Phemphat Entertainment Group, which produces the all-female Honey Jam Showcase, providing vital mentoring opportunities for female artists. Vivian’s significant contributions to the music scene led to her recognition as a Billboard Women in Music executive in 2022 and as one of Billboard’s International Power Players in 2023.
