Greg Viñas
Greg Viñas is a seasoned professional in the music distribution industry, currently serving as the Vice President, A&R & Business Development (LATAM) at Symphonic Distribution. He began his tenure with Symphonic in January 2013, initially focusing on Latin American (LATAM) business development. By January 2018, he advanced to his current role, where he is instrumental in expanding the company's market reach and fostering strategic partnerships.
In his role at Symphonic Distribution, Viñas has been pivotal in managing and developing relationships with labels across the U.S. and Latin America. His efforts have significantly contributed to the company's growth and its reputation as a leading independent music distribution firm. His accomplishments include leading Symphonic’s expansion into Brazil, Argentina, and Chile, establishing local teams and growing the company’s Southern Cone presence; driving internationalization of Latin and Lusophone music, facilitating cross-border collaborations between labels and artists in North, Central, and South America, the U.K., Portugal, and Angola; identifying and supporting Latin and Lusophone labels in the U.K., Portugal, and Angola, connecting them with talent and labels across the Americas to expand their global footprint; and championing tropical genres including Merengue Típico, Bachata, and Salsa, growing Symphonic’s presence in underrepresented but culturally vital segments.
Throughout his career, Viñas has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to empowering independent artists and labels, ensuring they have the tools and support necessary to succeed in the ever-evolving music industry. This has made him an in-demand speaker at key industry events including Dominicana Music Week and Latin Hub, sharing insights on Latin music’s global growth and opportunities for artists across the Americas and beyond. He has also maintained a regular presence at global music conferences, attending and engaging at events such as MIDEM, BIME, FIMPRO, and Circulart, strengthening Symphonic’s network and enhancing global market insights.
In his role at Symphonic Distribution, Viñas has been pivotal in managing and developing relationships with labels across the U.S. and Latin America. His efforts have significantly contributed to the company's growth and its reputation as a leading independent music distribution firm. His accomplishments include leading Symphonic’s expansion into Brazil, Argentina, and Chile, establishing local teams and growing the company’s Southern Cone presence; driving internationalization of Latin and Lusophone music, facilitating cross-border collaborations between labels and artists in North, Central, and South America, the U.K., Portugal, and Angola; identifying and supporting Latin and Lusophone labels in the U.K., Portugal, and Angola, connecting them with talent and labels across the Americas to expand their global footprint; and championing tropical genres including Merengue Típico, Bachata, and Salsa, growing Symphonic’s presence in underrepresented but culturally vital segments.
Throughout his career, Viñas has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to empowering independent artists and labels, ensuring they have the tools and support necessary to succeed in the ever-evolving music industry. This has made him an in-demand speaker at key industry events including Dominicana Music Week and Latin Hub, sharing insights on Latin music’s global growth and opportunities for artists across the Americas and beyond. He has also maintained a regular presence at global music conferences, attending and engaging at events such as MIDEM, BIME, FIMPRO, and Circulart, strengthening Symphonic’s network and enhancing global market insights.