March 16-19 2025 - Burbank, California

Gwen Bethel Riley

Founder, GBProductions

Biography

Gwen Bethel Riley is the founder of GBProductions, a Los Angeles-based consultancy specializing in content strategy and distribution for brands in the music, media, and tech sectors. Known for her innovative, rights-focused approach to production and talent partnerships, Riley has made a significant impact across the entertainment and technology industries.

Previously, Riley served as Sr. VP of Music and Head of Content Partnerships/Original Content at Peloton Interactive, the world’s leading interactive fitness platform with over seven million members. At Peloton, she redefined the role of music in fitness, orchestrating groundbreaking collaborations with Beyoncé, The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Eminem, Ed Sheeran, and more. Her work has been celebrated for its artist-centric approach, seamlessly connecting talent with emerging platforms.

Over her 20+ year career, Riley has created transformative opportunities for artists, integrating music into award-winning technologies, digital content, video games, consumer products, and feature films. With a background in music, entertainment, and intellectual property law, she has held pivotal roles in business affairs, creative direction, and production operations at industry leaders such as Disney, Tapulous, and Artisan Entertainment.

Riley’s accomplishments include Grammy-nominated soundtracks, BAFTA-nominated music video games, and exclusive collaborations like The Grateful Dead x Peloton, Ivy Park/Adidas, and A Tribe Called Quest x Queen. Passionate about innovation, she executive produces remixes and spearheads unique artist-apparel partnerships.

Based in Los Angeles, Riley brings her deep expertise and boundless enthusiasm to every project, inspiring teams and fostering creative excellence across the music, media, and tech landscapes.