C3’s Charles Attal & Wasserman Music’s Kevin Shivers To Take Part In Pollstar Live! Conversation

Charles Attal, partner in C3 Presents, and Kevin Shivers, EVP & Managing Executive, Wasserman Music, are confirmed to take part in a Rainmakers conversation at Pollstar Live! 2026 in which they’ll share stories from the trenches and the lessons learned along the way, breaking down the forces reshaping dealmaking and artist development across the global touring ecosystem.

The duo will also discuss how mentorship has shaped their own paths and why investing in the next generation of live-music professionals is essential to the industry’s future.

The 2026 edition of Pollstar Live! will take place at Loews Hollywood Hotel in Los Angeles April 14-16, marking a return to the spring timeslot and an expansion to a third full day. This is in response to demand for deeper content with more sessions, more conversations, and more opportunities to learn, connect, and grow – running alongside the powerhouse Production Live!

Pollstar Live! is the world’s largest gathering of live entertainment professionals and the flagship event for Pollstar. The conference once again promises visionary speakers, unparalleled networking and standout panels covering talent booking, ticketing, sponsorships, sustainability, marketing and fan engagement.

Scheduled April 14, Production Live! features one day of panels and keynote conversations dedicated to lighting, rigging, audio, tech, transportation, staging and other topics related to how production brings the magic of live shows to life, led by the industry pros who dominate the scene backstage.

The 2026 conference is scheduled in between the two Coachella weekends taking place April 10-12 and 17-19.

Registration options include registering for Production Live! only ($515.00) or the three-day Pollstar Live! ($1,550), which includes a ticket to the 37th Annual Pollstar Awards. Attendees can also secure their room now at the host hotel. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis and a hotel booking link will be included in your registration confirmation email.

Stay tuned for more panel announcements and 2026 speakers. Previous speakers at Pollstar Live! have included Dave Grohl, The Azoff Company Chairman and CEO Irving Azoff, Jellyroll, Live Nation President and CEO Michael Rapino, Pearl Jam’s Jeff Ament, Los Angeles Clippers Chairman Steve Ballmer, Jon Bon Jovi, Executive Chairman and CEO of Sphere James L. Dolan, Tedeschi Trucks Band’s Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks, CAA Head of Music, Partner and Managing Director Rob Light and many more.

Click here to register for Pollstar Live! today.