Mohnish Sani

Principal, Music Publishing Business Development & Strategy | YouTube

Mohnish, a New York City native, is passionate about music and an advocate for universal access to music education.

In his current role, he is responsible for licensing, content acquisition and strategy at YouTube/Google. Mohnish manages key Music Publisher relationships and drives strategic initiatives at YouTube Music. Prior to Google, Mohnish was responsible for strategy, global digital licensing and content acquisition at Amazon Music. He managed key Record Label partnerships with both major labels and large independents, and focused on expanding the impact of Amazon Music’s suite of services around the world. In addition, Mohnish has previously held roles at Kobalt Music Group and Sony Music.

Mohnish is also managing partner at Flying Ventures, a venture fund through which he invests in early-stage media and technology companies, and holds an MBA from Columbia Business School.

The Music Industry Advisory Board aims to ensure that students have access to a diverse set of successful music professionals, so they are aware that there is more to the industry beyond being on the main stage. Our mission is to close the gap for the next generation of music industry professionals to create a more inclusive and diverse future.