John Stiernberg is founder and principal consultant with Stiernberg Consulting. John has over 30 years experience in the music and entertainment technology field. He currently works with manufacturers, publishers, inventors, investors, and trade associations on strategic planning, market development, and M&A projects.

Prior to establishing Stiernberg Consulting in 1993, John worked for audio equipment manufacturers for twelve years in sales, marketing, and general management positions. He has managed sales forces, launched products, developed staff organizations, and written business plans for those companies and over 80 private clients.

John received a B.A. (magna cum laude/Phi Beta Kappa) in music and anthropology. He is a member of Infocomm, NAMM, NSCA, and CEDIA as well as a voting member of NARAS, the American Federation of Musicians, and the International Bluegrass Music Association (board member 2001-2007).

In addition to his strategic planning and M&A advisory work, John is in demand as a keynote speaker and seminar presenter. His book Succeeding In Music: Business Chops for Performers and Songwriters is published by Hal Leonard Books.

About Stiernberg Consulting

Founded in 1993, Stiernberg Consulting provides business development services in three primary areas: Planning, Market Intelligence, and M&A advisory work. We offer unique programs and services geared to business growth and the development of results-oriented action plans. We serve the converging entertainment technology, music products, and electronic systems industry worldwide. Please visit www.stiernberg.com for complete details.