Lineup
ASCENSION SETON: NOELLA GREY
& THE IMAGINARY BAND
ABC: THE ANTEATERS
PNC BANK: C NOTES
CIRRUS LOGIC: THE HAPTICS
OURO: THE MAG STRIPES
H-E-B: KNUCKLE SAMMICH
THANKYOUAFFILIATESERVICEPROVIDERS
Judges
REENIECOLLINS
ReenieCollinsservedasExecutiveDirectoroftheHealthAllianceforAustinMusicians(HAAM)from2013until January2022Duringhernearlydecade-longtenure,sheincreasedmembershipby40%toalmost3,000 musicianswhileexpandingservicestoincludecomprehensivehealthcarenavigation,wellnessinitiatives,and enhancedmedical,dental,vision,andhearingprograms
AnativeAustinitewithdeepconnectionstothelocalmusicscene,Reenieformedstrategicpartnershipswith healthcareprovidersandcommunityorganizationsHerleadershiptransformedHAAMintoamodelformusic nonprofitsnationwide,withcitieslikeNashville,Seattle,andChicagoseekingherguidancetoestablishsimilar programsUnderherdirection,HAAMreceivedmultiplenonprofitandcommunityexcellenceawards, cementingitsreputationasanessentialpillarsupportingAustinsidentityastheLiveMusicCapitalofthe World
CAROLYNSCHWARZ
CarolynSchwarzisamission-drivenleaderwhohasworkedinleadershiprolesatnon-profitorganizations forover30yearsShecurrentlyservesasAssociateDirectorforUSWestChaptersatRonaldMcDonaldHouse Charities,IncInthisrole,Carolynsupports33localRMHCChapterstostewardoperationalexcellenceinall aspectsofnon-profitmanagementprogramdevelopmentboardgovernanceandmorePriortothisrole CarolynservedfortenyearsastheCEOofRonaldMcDonaldHouseCharitiesofCentralTexasleadingthe ChapterthroughsignificantgrowthBeforejoiningRMHCCarolynservedasFoundingExecutiveDirectorof HealthAllianceforAustinMusicians(HAAM)whereshehelpedcreateafirst-of-its-kindnon-profittoprovide accesstoaffordablehealthcaretoAustin’slow-incomeuninsuredworkingmusicians CarolynhasaMasterofSocialWorkdegreefromUCBerkeleyandlivesinAustin,Texaswithherhusband,two childrenandtheirthreerescuedogs
MILES BLOXSON
MilesBloxsonisamediaproducer,host,andcreatordedicatedtoamplifyingunderrepresented voicesandempoweringthenextgenerationofstorytellers AnAustinnativeandUniversityof Texasalum,MilesistheforcebehindMilestoMogul,alifestylebrandandpodcastfocusedon ambition,authenticity,andimpact She’salsoaproducerandhostatKUTandKUTX,whereshecohoststheEdwardR Murrowaward-winningpodcastPause/PlayandproducesBlackAustin Matters
KELSEY WILSON
LocalAustiniteKelseyWilson,(alsoknownasSirWoman)istheco-founderofAustin'sownWildChildand memberofsupergroupGlorietta Shehasbeenrecordingandtouringmusicallovertheworldforthelast 15+yearsandreleasedtenstudioalbumssofar
Emcees
TREVORSCOTT
Trevor Scott is an Austin television personality and host of the CBS Austin morning program ‘We Are Austin.’ You can catch him on TV every weekday morning highlighting the people, stories, and organizations that make central Texas such a special place to call home.
He has a passion for storytelling and big love for Austin’s robust music community Each and every Monday on his show, Trevor hosts a local band or musician during his Music Monday series benefiting HAAM He is actively involved in many of Austin’s other non-profit efforts, and is always looking for opportunities to engage with the community in positive, productive ways. He lives here in Austin with his husband and two rescue pups, Julie and Dot.
TACULPEPPER
Culpepperisthe6and10pmanchoratKVUEin ,Texas.QuitaisoneofAustin’smostcelebrated ustedTVjournalists.Withmorethan25yearsof ence,QuitahasmeteveryonefromthePresident oftheUnitedStatestothemanwhoworksbehindthe counteratherfavoriteresturant.
VIP Performance by DJ CHORIZO FUNK
Texas born and raised, DJ Chorizo Funk, is one of the premiere sound selectors in the lone star state. He’s a four-time Best of Austin winner, the 2022 winner for the Austin Chronicle’s readers poll for Best DJ, and the 2020 & 2023 Austin Music Award winner for best DJ.
In addition he was the in-stadium DJ for Austin FC’s inaugural 2021 season at Q2 stadium. Inspired by his deep passion for music and technical skill behind the turntables, Chorizo Funk guarantees a soulful experience for music lovers and dancers alike.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 CORPORATE BATTLE OF THE BANDS COMMITTEE
Meredith Cranch - Cirrus Logic
Tamra Jones - H-E-B
Ty Mitchell - SXSW
Laura V Johnson - PNC Bank
Stephen Jeffrey - PNC Bank
Beth Krueger - ABC Home and Commercial
Mallory Wells - Ouro
Mike Ruscio - Ouro
Kelly Hyten - Ascension Seton
Nikelle Meade - Husch Blackwell
Caitlyn Macaluso - FVF Law
Tim Taylor - Jackson Walker LLP
Rikki Hardy - The Trail Conservancy
Summer Schott - Schlotzsky’s
Megan Davis - LatticeWorks
GOLDEN TICKET AUCTION
$50 PER TICKET
ONLY 100 TICKETS AVAILABLE (1) AUDIO-TECNICA TURNTABLE
WATERLOO RECORDS
GIFT CARD
SHOPPING SPREE WITH JOHN KUNZ, OWNER
WATERLOO RECORD
VISIT THE PICK-A-PICK
PRESENTING SPONSOR
STAGE SPONSORS
MUSIC BY
NT SPONSORS
THANK YOU TO OUR PICK-A-PICK & AUCTION DONORS
ACL Live at the Moody Theater
Alexa MGMT
Alotten
Amy’s Ice Creams
Angel’s Icehouse
Anna Kraft Fine Art
ATX Backline
ATX Event Systems
Austin Bat Fest
Austin Film Festival
Austin Film Society
Alissa “AB” Bassana
Basecamp Terlingua
Bill Tavis
Birds Barbershop
Blanton Museum of Art
Brane Audio
Breakaway Records
Brown Distributing
Bullock
Flix Brewhouse
Four Seasons HotelAustin
Franklin BBQ
Ganas Mate
Georgie’s
Gibson Gives
Gibson Street Bar
Graphic Guitar Guys
Guero’s Taco Bar
Hai Hospitality
Darcy & Rick Hardy
imogene + willie
JackAllen’s Kitchen
PNC Bank
Poke-Poke
Red River Rising/Moody CenterATX
Resound Presents
Round RockAmp RXFit
Schlotzsky's
SharpeVision
Sign Bar
SirWoman
SoHo House
Soundwaves Art Foundation
Spokesman Coffee
Jason Rhode l Lauren and Stephen Jeffrey
JewBoy Burgers
Julius Wellness
Kendra Scott
KUT/KUTX
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Texas State History Museum
Bunkhouse Group
C3 Presents
Cain & Abel’s
Judy and Patrick Cantilo
Circuit of the Americas
Dive Bar
Dulce Vida Tequila
Dumont’s Down Low
Eastside Kings Foundation
Eldorado Cafe
End of an Ear
Everclear
FBR Mgmnt
Feels So Good
The Field House
Fleet Feet
Lake Street Dive
Lala’s Little Nugget
Lala’s South Pole
Launderette
Lavaca Street Bar Domain
Lavaca Street Downtown
Lavaca Street South Lamar
Live Nation
Luck Presents
Mad Hippie
Mean Eyed Cat
Mean Eyed Cat Driftwood
Meanwhile Brewing Co.
Midnight Cowboy
Museum of Ice Cream
Old Gregg Brewing Company
Onnit Gym
Star Bar
Stephen F. Austin Hotel
StillAustin Whiskey Co
Strait Music
Joshua Stringer
Tacodeli
Tecovas
Tejas Tonic
Temple Canyon
Tetractys New Music
Texas Craft Brewer’s Guild
Texas Science & Natural History Museum
Tiff’s Treats
Tito's Handmade Vodka
Toadie’s
Troublemaker Studios
Umlauf Sculpture Garden
University ofTexas Press
Waterloo Audiology
Waterloo Media
Waterloo Records & Video
Yellowcase Guitarist
Your Biker Gang
HAAM PEARL SOCIETY
The Pearl Society is an outlet for music lovers to plug into Austin’s legendary music scene, while backing HAAM’s life-saving healthcare programs. Pearl Society members make an annual financial contribution of $1,000 or more to HAAM and gain exclusive access to industry events and concerts through the year, including access to Ray Benson’s Annual Birthday Bash and the Corporate Battle of the Bands VIP Pre-Party, which includes backstage tours of ACL Live at the Moody Theater.
To learn more about HAAM’s Pearl Society and how to get involved, please contact Ally Keeper at ally@myhaam.org or visit myhaam.org/Pearl-Society
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Here for you from the very beginning
Care for moms, babies and for all the years beyond
Wanting the best care for your baby — both before and long after your baby is born — is simply part of being a parent. That’s why so many moms choose compassionate maternity care at Ascension Seton. It’s not only care you can trust for labor and delivery; Dell Children’s NICU providers are on the same campus if your baby needs extra care, and their pediatricians and specialists are ready to help your child thrive year after year.
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Ouro’s own Mag Stripes have lit up the HAAM Corporate Battle of the Bands stage since 2017, earning crowd-favorite status and multiple awards along the way. Their standout performances have brought home titles such as Best Stage Performance (2017), Fan Favorite (2019), and Song of the Year (2022) for their soulful cover of The Black Pumas’ “Colors.” Now entering their seventh year, the band is back with a powerhouse set inspired by the iconic film Back to the Future.
The Mag Stripes reflect the vibrant diversity of the Ouro team, with members representing departments across the company:
Chris Blackburn (keyboard & vocals) and Natasha Bridell (vocals) – Retail Santiago Rodriguez (drums) and Olibeti Moultry (vocals) – Operation
Rudy Spencer (guitar) – Project Management
Mike Ruscio (bass) – Finance
Tracy Dove (saxophone) – Human Resources
Ashley Spellings (vocals) – Customer Care
Get ready for another unforgettable performance from The Mag Stripes!
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At Ouro, we believe it is important to be a leader not just in our industry but also in the communities where our customers and employees live andwork. It is our privilege to give back, raise awareness, make connections, empower people and serve however, whenever and as much as we can.
Sound check. Good for bands. Essential for your money.
At PNC, we’re like the roadies who set up your gear, so your gig goes off without a hitch. Providing sound financial advice so you can rock on with confidence. But tonight, we’re taking the stage as a proud supporter of the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) with our band, The C Notes. And we’re ready to shred. Not your money, though. We’ll be more careful with that.
Sponsor of the HAAM Corporate Battle of the Bands
Jackson Walker proudly supports the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians
For
THANK YOU TO OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
NIKELLE MEADE - BOARD CHAIR - PARTNER, HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP
BECKYARREAGA - FOUNDER, MAKE EXPERIENCE GROUP, INC
LAUREN BAKER - VICE PRESIDENT OF ACADEMIC INTEGRATION & CHIEF OF STAFF, ASCENSION
EMMETT BELIVEAU - IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR - CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, C3 PRESENTS
RAY BENSON - MUSICIAN, ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL
R. BRUCE CALLAHAN - VICE CHAIRMAN EMERITUS, NFP
STEPHANIE BERGARA - SECRETARY - PROGRAMMING & EVENTS MANAGER, WATERLOO GREENWAY
PATRICK CANTILO - PARTNER, CANTILO & BENNETT, LLP
CLIFFORD CHIU - SENIOR ADVISOR & EXTERNAL CORPORATE DIRECTOR, VISTA
EQUITY PARTNERS – AUSTIN
SORIYA ESTES, AUD - CONSULTANT, COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER
JULIE FITCH - BOARD CHAIR ELECT - COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER
JOSHUA GINDELE - CELLIST/PROFESSOR, MIRÓ QUARTET/UT AUSTIN
DÉNISE GRODE - CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER, CIRRUS LOGIC
STEPHEN JEFFREY – TREASURER - AUSTIN MARKET LEADER - PNC PRIVATE BANK
JOHN T. KUNZ - PRESIDENT/OWNER, WATERLOO RECORDS & VIDEO INC
LUIS PATINO - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, AUSTIN PBS
TIM TAYLOR - PARTNER, JACKSON WALKER LLP
JOHN TRUBE - PRINCIPAL- PRIVATE REAL ESTATE, TRUBE CORPORATION
RICHARD TOPFER - EMERITUS - MANAGING DIRECTOR, CASTLETOP CAPITAL
DIANA RESNIK - EMERITUS - PRINCIPAL, RESNIK CONSULTING
EDWARD SAFADY – EMERITUS - PRESIDENT, PROSPERITY BANCSHARES INC.
Winner of ‘Most Creative Event’ at the 2024-2025 Austin Music Awards
HAAM Day 2025, powered by PNC & SXSW is more than just HAAM's largest and most important fundraiser of the year, it’s also Central Texas’ largest one day music festival! 250+ performances, 105+ venues, 300+ local musicians!
On HAAM Day, music lovers will hear live music bouncing off the walls of grocery stores, restaurants, shops, rooftops, in parks, iconic live music venues and more, in an effort to raise awareness and critical funds for HAAM Most performances are free, open to the public & family-friendly! HAAM Day will also feature prominently on area TV, radio, digital & print and will again this year feature a mobile-friendly, interactive event map, making it easy to plan your HAAM Day and night!
INTERESTED IN JOINING AS A SPONSOR?
Visit www.myhaam.org for more information or email Leilani Perry at leilani@myhaam.org.
For 20 Years...
HAAM has provided access to affordable healthcare for greater Austin’s low-income, working musicians, with a focus on prevention and wellness.
Since our founding in 2005, HAAM has been a lifeline for the musicians who power the Live Music Capital of the World. We've transformed the landscape of healthcare for our musicians in partnership with a community-minded network of providers and supporters.