Women in Music Networking Night: Honoring Bettye Crutcher

Join the Stax Museum to celebrate the closing of the Bettye Crutcher exhibit, “Bettye’s Bin,” by honoring her legacy and strengthening the network of women building careers in Memphis music. Bettye Crutcher was Stax Records’ only female staff songwriter, and her story is a powerful reminder of why community and access matter in the music business.

This special evening is designed to build relationships and expand opportunities for women working in music. Expect guided icebreakers, speed networking, community conversation, and time to connect with Memphis-based professionals—from artists and songwriters to producers, engineers, managers, and more. Bring your contacts and socials, and come ready to grow your network!

Why Attend:

• Learn from real-world perspectives on challenges and best practices.
• Build mentorship connections—Berklee College of Music research shows 92% of women who were mentored report higher satisfaction with career growth.
• Celebrate and honor the legacy of a trailblazing woman in music.

Featured Panelists

• Amanda Davis
  Memphis-born audio engineer Amanda Davis has toured globally as Front of House engineer for artists including Janelle Monáe and has mixed icons such as Prince, Stevie Wonder, and Jon Batiste. She also founded Linecheck: Women in Live Production to mentor women in live sound and teaches Live Mixing at Berklee College of Music Online.
• McKenzii Webster
  McKenzii Webster is Manager of the Memphis Chapter of the Recording Academy and a dedicated advocate for the Memphis music community. Previously, she led Musician & Artist Services at Crosstown Arts, supporting local artists through publishing, sync opportunities, and career development.
• Susan Marshall
  Singer, songwriter, and producer Susan Marshall has built a celebrated Memphis career, releasing solo music and contributing backing vocals on hundreds of recordings for artists including Lenny Kravitz, Al Green, and Lucinda Williams. She also served as President of the Memphis Chapter of the Recording Academy and is widely recognized for her contributions to the city’s music legacy.
• Keia Johnson (Moderator)
  Keia Johnson is a Memphis-based vocalist, educator, and founder of KJ Management, an agency focused on artist development and live event production. A former teaching artist with the Orpheum Theatre Group and Vocal Department lead at Stax Music Academy, she has spent more than a decade mentoring emerging artists and supporting creative careers.

This event is free, but we encourage you to RSVP at this link.