Founded in 1991, SOURCE is the longest running organization for women in the music industry in Nashville, and is dedicated to fostering relationships and opportunities for its members through continuous education, networking, and community service initiatives. SOURCE is a nonprofit organization supporting an exclusive community of accomplished women professionals who work in all facets of Nashville’s entertainment industry and is an invitation-only membership led by a Board of Directors and a Steering Committee. Monthlyeducational and networking programs are presented to SOURCE members addressing topical music and non-music industry related issues with invitations extended to industry leaders who share their knowledge and insights with the SOURCE membership. SOURCE is a 501c6 organization.

SOURCE’S specific goals remain flexible to meet the changing needs and interests of its members. It’s broad purposes are as follows:

1. To provide a SOURCE of information useful to its members’ business needs
2. To function as a SOURCE of professional contacts
3. To create a SOURCE of career opportunities for its membership
4. To provide a SOURCE of industry-related information and education.

Founding Members: Judy Harris, Shelia Shipley Biddy, Pat Rolfe

Source Awards Founder: Kay Smith