CARLSBAD, CA – John Mlynczak, president and CEO of NAMM, issued a statement shortly after devastating fires spread in different parts of the greater Los Angeles area, and issued an update on Jan. 13, 2025. The updated statement follows.
We continue to stay in close contact with our NAMM members and partners in Los Angeles, including those impacted by the wildfires. Anaheim remains unaffected by the fires, which are located 60 miles northwest. Both Los Angeles International (LAX) and Orange County (SNA, John Wayne) airports have remained fully operational. In addition, all L.A.-based and Southern California NAMM member companies are still planning on attending and exhibiting at the show.
The 2025 NAMM Show will be able to take place as planned from January 21-25 in Anaheim. This global gathering of the music products industry is about unity, and this year, we unite to support our members impacted by these devastating wildfires.
The NAMM Foundation has committed $50,000 to our L.A. Wildfires Relief Fund and is accepting additional contributions. This fund will provide needs-based assistance to NAMM members, employees of NAMM member companies, music education programs, and music makers impacted by the fires. We will be promoting this fund throughout The NAMM Show at events and in the Member Center.
NAMM is first and foremost an association that cares deeply for our members and the global music products industry. This year, The NAMM Show will demonstrate our industry’s commitment to uniting as a community in support of those impacted.
Sincerely,
John Mlynczak
