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How can I get involved?

Individuals can participate through volunteering, making financial contributions, or attending community events. The organization welcomes diverse forms of engagement from supporters interested in advancing the mission.

Who does this organization serve?

Services target specific populations based on identified needs within the community. The organization works to ensure access and equity in program delivery across diverse demographics.

How is impact measured?

The organization tracks key performance indicators including participant outcomes, service utilization rates, and community feedback. Regular evaluation informs program adjustments and strategic planning.

Recording Industry Association Of

Washington, DC · Founded 1951

Trade organization representing music recording industry and protecting intellectual property rights

Primary audience

General Public

Work area

Community Services

Topic

Social Services

Contact

Mitch Glazier

Website Contact

About Organization

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) represents the U.S. recorded music industry, protecting intellectual property rights, promoting music creation, and certifying gold and platinum albums. Based in Washington, DC, the organization advocates for music creators, combats piracy, and supports policies that advance the recording industry. It reported $61.4 million in revenue in 2022.

What They Focus On

Service Delivery

Providing direct assistance and support to communities through structured programs and dedicated staff.

Community Engagement

Building partnerships and collaborations to amplify impact and create sustainable change in target populations.

Organizational Growth

Strengthening operational capacity and expanding resources to increase reach and effectiveness of interventions.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$33.6M

-8.7% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$33.7M

-8.7% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$28.6M

+2.6% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

+1.8% vs 2022

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2023	$33,603,082	$33,668,105	$28,555,518	58
2022	$36,810,854	$36,894,029	$27,843,033	57
2021	$32,644,739	$32,744,712	$27,777,741	58
2020	$26,713,851	$27,743,904	$32,118,520	63
2019	$28,132,459	$27,427,384	$30,112,033	65
2018	$30,650,199	$30,441,619	$15,447,375	57
2017	$29,709,847	$29,286,277	$15,915,812	55

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Identify Needs

Assess community requirements through research and stakeholder engagement to determine priority areas for intervention.
02

Develop Programs

Design and implement targeted initiatives based on identified needs and evidence-based practices.
03

Deliver Services

Execute programs through trained staff and volunteers while maintaining quality standards and participant safety.
04

Measure Impact

Evaluate outcomes through data collection and analysis to ensure effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Recording Industry Association Of

Core Services

Delivering primary programs and services to target populations through trained staff and volunteers.

Community Outreach

Camille Hackney Director

David Bither Director

Deirdre McDonald Director

Eric Berman Director

Glen Barros Director

Jeff Harleston Director

Jeff Walker Director

Julie Swidler Director

Ken Bunt Director

Ken Robold Director

Kevin Liles Director

Margo Scott Director

Mark Baker Director

Melissa Thomas Director

Michele Anthony Director

Paul Robinson Director

Rosie Lopez Director

Sheldra Khahaifa Director

Tom Silverman Director

Victor Gonzalez Director

Will Tanous Director

Zena White Director

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$6.9M

Highest Paid

$1.3M

Mitch Glazier

Compensated Officers

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Mitch Glazier	Chairman & CEO	$1,260,371	$74,787	$1,335,158	50
Ken Doroshow	Secretary, Chief Legal Officer	$956,950	$39,925	$996,875	50
Michele Ballantyne	COO	$732,757	$68,286	$801,043	50
Brad Buckles	Chief Content Protection Off	$560,925	$49,265	$610,190	50
Morna Willens	Chief Policy Officer	$566,950	$41,909	$608,859	50
Jared Freedman	SVP	$423,856	$22,496	$446,352	50
George York	SVP	$417,475	$20,877	$438,352	50
Victoria Sheckler	SVP	$372,795	$61,424	$434,219	50
Susan Chertkof	SVP	$370,770	$58,992	$429,762	50
Rafael Fernandez	SVP	$361,306	$68,008	$429,314	50
Karen Bell	Treasurer, CFO	$359,975	$47,374	$407,349	50

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Mitch Glazier	Chairman & CEO	$1,183,893	$72,284	$1,256,177	50
Ken Doroshow	Secretary, Chief Legal Officer	$948,977	$38,196	$987,173	50
Michele Ballantyne	COO	$730,385	$70,682	$801,067	50
Brad Buckles	Chief Content Protection Off	$561,964	$45,886	$607,850	50
Morna Willens	Chief Policy Officer	$559,189	$39,997	$599,186	50
Jared Freedman	SVP	$427,860	$21,103	$448,963	50
Victoria Sheckler	SVP	$366,844	$58,706	$425,550	50
George York	SVP	$404,992	$19,302	$424,294	50
Rafael Fernandez	SVP	$352,698	$68,193	$420,891	50
Susan Chertkof	SVP	$359,770	$57,297	$417,067	50
Karen Bell	Treasurer, CFO	$354,409	$44,438	$398,847	50

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Mitch Glazier	Chairman & CEO	$1,183,626	$72,217	$1,255,843	50
Ken Doroshow	Secretary, Chief Legal Officer	$832,250	$37,151	$869,401	50
Michele Ballantyne	COO	$704,632	$76,164	$780,796	50
Brad Buckles	Chief Content Protection Off	$556,198	$42,464	$598,662	50
Morna Willens	Chief Policy Officer	$505,981	$38,056	$544,037	50
Jared Freedman	SVP	$416,952	$20,012	$436,964	50
George York	SVP	$394,583	$18,357	$412,940	50
Victoria Sheckler	SVP	$352,951	$59,019	$411,970	50
Karen Bell	Treasurer, CFO	$355,544	$44,194	$399,738	50
Rafael Fernandez	SVP	$328,120	$70,199	$398,319	50
David Hughes	Former SVP	$328,613	$63,782	$392,395	50
Susan Chertkof	SVP	$336,418	$51,167	$387,585	50
Brendan Daly	Former Chief COMM. Officer	$266,373	$12,281	$278,654	50

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Mitch Glazier	Chairman & CEO	$1,122,577	$69,706	$1,192,283	50
Ken Doroshow	Secretary, Chief Legal Officer	$847,372	$21,786	$869,158	50
Michele Ballantyne	COO	$643,080	$79,683	$722,763	50
Brad Buckles	Chief Content Protection Off	$531,366	$44,581	$575,947	50
Morna Willens	Chief Policy Officer	$464,488	$23,399	$487,887	50
Brendan Daly	Chief Communication Officer	$420,496	$40,629	$461,125	50
David Hughes	SVP	$359,925	$72,972	$432,897	50
Jared Freedman	SVP	$409,111	$19,655	$428,766	50
George York	SVP	$388,744	$18,042	$406,786	50
Karen Bell	Treasurer, CFO	$361,116	$42,735	$403,851	50
Victoria Sheckler	SVP	$339,100	$56,076	$395,176	50
Rafael Fernandez	SVP	$307,108	$65,882	$372,990	50
Cary Sherman	Former Chairman & CEO	$327,961	—	$327,961	—
Steve Marks	Former Secretary	$115,429	—	$115,429	—

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Mitch Glazier	Chairman & CEO	$1,086,417	$66,726	$1,153,143	50
Steve Marks	Former Secretary	$940,064	$13,494	$953,558	—
Michele Ballantyne	COO	$599,926	$76,342	$676,268	50
Ken Doroshow	Secretary, Chief Legal Officer	$657,705	$3,737	$661,442	50
Brad Buckles	Chief Content Protection Off.	$531,743	$43,609	$575,352	50
Jonathan Lamy	Former EVP	$467,869	$53,412	$521,281	—
Jared Freedman	SVP	$401,669	$19,180	$420,849	50
David Hughes	SVP	$351,128	$69,164	$420,292	50
Morna Willens	Chief Policy Officer	$379,738	$24,845	$404,583	50
Victoria Sheckler	SVP	$334,035	$52,726	$386,761	50
George York	SVP	$355,335	$17,727	$373,062	50
Cary Sherman	Former Chairman & CEO	$334,647	$32,640	$367,287	—
Rafael Fernandez	SVP	$292,285	$62,973	$355,258	50
Karen Bell	Treasurer, CFO	$305,697	$42,260	$347,957	50

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$10K Grants Received

1 Organizations

Top Funders

1 total

National Music Publishers Association Inc.

$10K

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

24 Registrations

8 Clients

Clients 8 total

Association Of American Medical Colleges

8 filings

Association Of American Railroads

8 filings

Association Of American Publishers

2 filings

Association Of American Universities

2 filings

Association Of America Railroads

1 filing

Association Of America's Public Television Stations

1 filing

Association Of American Medical Colleges (Aamc)

1 filing

Association Of American Veterinary Medical Colleges

1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

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(202) 775-0101

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1000 F Street NW Suite 2nd Fl Washington, DC 20004

Recording Industry Association Of

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Identify Needs

Develop Programs

Deliver Services

Measure Impact

Programs and Initiatives

Core Services

Community Outreach

Support Programs

Team & Leadership

Mitch Glazier

Michele Ballantyne

Morna Willens

Brad Buckles

Jared Freedman

George York

Victoria Sheckler

Susan Chertkof

Rafael Fernandez

Associated People

Board of Directors

Executive Compensation

Partners & Funders

Top Funders

Related Organizations

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

Lobbying Activity

Clients 8 total

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