The National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) has announced the honorees for its 2026 Annual Meeting, which will take place at Lincoln Center‘s Alice Tully Hall in New York on Wednesday, June 10.
P!NK will receive this year’s NMPA Songwriter Icon Award.
Songwriter and producer Julian Bunetta, the co-writer behind Sabrina Carpenter‘s Espresso, Teddy Swims‘ Lose Control, and One Direction‘s Night Changes, will be honored with the Non-Performing Songwriter Icon Award.
Meta President and Vice Chairman Dina Powell McCormick will sit down for a keynote conversation with NMPA President and CEO David Israelite.
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. will receive the NMPA‘s Industry Legacy Award.
P!NK – a three-time Grammy Award winner with 10 NMPA Gold & Platinum certifications, according to the NMPA – has built a songwriting catalog that extends beyond her own chart-topping records.
Her credits as a songwriter for other artists include Celine Dion‘s Recovering, Faith Hill‘s If You’re Gonna Fly Away, and two tracks on Cher‘s Closer to the Truth album.
Bunetta, a three-time Grammy nominee, has amassed 41 NMPA Gold & Platinum songwriting certifications, according to the NMPA.
He was nominated for Record of the Year and Album of the Year at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards for his work on Carpenter‘s Short n’ Sweet and its lead single Espresso.
Powell McCormick was appointed Meta‘s President and Vice Chairman in January 2026.
Prior to joining the tech company, she spent 16 years at Goldman Sachs in senior leadership roles and served as Deputy National Security Advisor during President Donald Trump‘s first administration.
Mason‘s Industry Legacy Award recognizes his work championing songwriters during his tenure as Recording Academy CEO – a role he has held since 2020.
Under his leadership, the Academy introduced the Grammy Award for Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical, and expanded the eligibility for songwriters to be honored in the Album of the Year category.
“We are thrilled to honor P!NK whose catalog embodies authenticity and depth and whose songwriting has a singular style.”
David Israelite
Israelite said: “We are thrilled to honor P!NK whose catalog embodies authenticity and depth and whose songwriting has a singular style.
“Julian Bunetta has been writing everyone’s favorite songs for decades.
“We look forward to spotlighting his incredible talent that has elevated some of the world’s biggest stars.
“Meta President Dina Powell McCormick will share her influential perspective on today’s business landscape and Meta‘s role in the rapidly changing technology space.
“Finally, Harvey Mason jr. was an obvious choice for our Industry Legacy Award.
“Since leading the Recording Academy, he has championed songwriters in very real ways, which we will discuss in a special fireside chat.”
The NMPA‘s Annual Meeting is one of the music publishing industry’s marquee events.
At last year’s edition, Israelite revealed that US music publishing revenue jumped 13.4% to $7 billion in 2024, outpacing the growth rate of recorded music.
Bunetta‘s career was the subject of an in-depth profile in MBW‘s World’s Greatest Songwriters series in October 2025, in which he discussed his work with One Direction, Carpenter, and Teddy Swims.Music Business Worldwide
The National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) has revealed the honorees for its 2026 Annual Meeting, set to be held at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall in New York City on June 10. This year’s prestigious recognition includes P!NK receiving the NMPA Songwriter Icon Award, while Julian Bunetta, acclaimed songwriter and producer, will be honored with the Non-Performing Songwriter Icon Award. Additionally, Dina Powell McCormick, President and Vice Chairman of Meta, will engage in a keynote conversation with NMPA President and CEO David Israelite. The Industry Legacy Award will be presented to Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy.
P!NK, a celebrated artist with three Grammy Awards and ten NMPA Gold & Platinum certifications, has a songwriting portfolio that extends well beyond her own successful albums. Her contributions to other artists include writing Celine Dion’s « Recovering, » Faith Hill’s « If You’re Gonna Fly Away, » and two tracks on Cher’s « Closer to the Truth. » Her distinct songwriting style and authentic catalog have made her a standout figure in the industry.
Julian Bunetta, a three-time Grammy nominee, has also made significant contributions to the music world, co-writing popular songs such as Sabrina Carpenter’s « Espresso, » Teddy Swims’ « Lose Control, » and One Direction’s « Night Changes. » He boasts 41 NMPA Gold & Platinum songwriting certifications and was nominated for Record of the Year and Album of the Year at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards for his work on Carpenter’s project « Short n’ Sweet. » In October 2024, he secured a global publishing agreement with Sony Music Publishing.
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Dina Powell McCormick, who took on her role at Meta in January 2026, has an extensive background, having spent 16 years at Goldman Sachs in various senior leadership positions and serving as Deputy National Security Advisor during President Donald Trump’s first term. Under her leadership, Meta has increased its involvement in the music sector, notably commissioning a Luminate study that positions Instagram as a hub for music superfans.
Harvey Mason Jr. is being recognized for his commitment to advocating for songwriters during his tenure as CEO of the Recording Academy, a position he has held since 2020. His leadership has led to the introduction of the Grammy Award for Songwriter of the Year in the Non-Classical category and the expansion of eligibility for songwriters in the Album of the Year category.
David Israelite expressed excitement over the honorees, stating: “We are thrilled to honor P!NK whose catalog embodies authenticity and depth and whose songwriting has a singular style.” He also praised Bunetta for his songwriting prowess and highlighted the importance of Powell McCormick’s insights into the evolving business landscape, especially concerning Meta’s role in technology and music. Regarding Mason, Israelite noted that he was a clear choice for the Industry Legacy Award due to his real advocacy for songwriters.
The NMPA Annual Meeting is recognized as a significant event in the music publishing industry. At last year’s meeting, Israelite reported that U.S. music publishing revenue surged by 13.4%, reaching $7 billion in 2024, outpacing the growth of recorded music. This trend reflects the increasing value and impact of music publishing in the broader industry.
Bunetta’s career was recently highlighted in an in-depth profile as part of MBW’s World’s Greatest Songwriters series, where he discussed his collaborations with One Direction, Carpenter, and Teddy Swims, illustrating his significant influence on contemporary music.
In summary, the NMPA Annual Meeting will celebrate influential figures in the music industry, recognizing their contributions and discussing the evolving landscape of music publishing and technology. The event underscores the importance of songwriting and publishing in the music ecosystem and honors those who have made significant impacts in these areas.
