The Guitar and Accessories Marketing Association (GAMA) board members have elected one new Board of Director member during their most recent meeting. This would make a total of five new members, in addition to the four that were added at the beginning of the year, spanning across an array of companies in the industry; they are:
Aaron Dablow – Taylor Guitars
Amy Kreider – C. F. Martin
Brian Vance – D’Addario
Jennifer Paisley – Alfred Music
Lindsay Love – PRS Guitars
Aaron Dablow
With over 20 years of experience in the musical instrument industry, Aaron has become a key leader at Taylor Guitars, where he currently serves as Sales Manager, Americas. Based in San Diego, California, he oversees a high-performing team of sales managers across the United States, Canada, and Latin America – driving growth, strengthening dealer relationships, and shaping sales strategy across a diverse and evolving market.
Since joining Taylor Guitars in 2005, Aaron has held multiple leadership roles with increasing responsibility. As Sales Manager, North America, he led revenue initiatives through a network of more than 200 independent dealers, guiding his team to consistently exceed targets and deepen market penetration. Prior to that, his work as a District Sales Manager of the Southeast set a foundation for long-term brand success across the region. He is also actively involved in product development, including custom guitar design, and serves as the Product Manager for Powers Electric Guitars—the electric guitar division of Taylor Guitars. In this role, he leads the expansion of the global dealer network, hosts events and in-depth training sessions, and contributes to ongoing product innovation.
Before his tenure at Taylor Guitars, Aaron built a strong foundation in retail leadership at Guitar Center in the high-performing Dallas and Hollywood locations, where he consistently ranked among the top sales performers in the Southern California and Texas/Oklahoma regions. His innovative approach to team sales structures and merchandising significantly boosted departmental performance.
Throughout his career, Aaron has been recognized for his expertise in sales management, business development, territory planning, product design, and team leadership. His ability to align strategy with execution continues to play a pivotal role in expanding Taylor Guitars’ presence throughout the Americas.
Amy Kreider
Amy Kreider has been passionate about music from a young age. She played piano, viola, and flute and later studied music business and marketing in college. These passions came together when she joined C.F. Martin & Company, where she focused on refining their marketing strategies. Her previous experiences in the repair department at Zeswitz and as a store manager at Menchey Music have given her invaluable insight into the retail side of the industry, helping her approach the marketing of Martin guitars with a deeper understanding of customer needs.
Brian Vance
Brian Vance is the Vice President of D’Addario’s Guitar Products Division, where he leads business strategy and product innovation for D’Addario’s core business. A dedicated guitarist and music enthusiast, Brian brings 35 years of experience in the Musical Instrument Industry. He has been a driving force behind D’Addario’s emergence as an iconic global music brand. Prior to joining D’Addario in 2001, Brian was Product Manager at Gibson USA and a Director at Marsmusic.com.
Brian holds a BA in Music Business from Belmont University in Nashville, TN, and is certified in Product Management by The Pragmatic Institute. Residing on Long Island, NY, he remains deeply connected to the local music community, actively performing with his own groups.
Jennifer Paisley-Schuch
Jennifer Paisley-Schuch is a seasoned leader in the music products industry with over 22 years of experience. She has devoted her career to building impactful partnerships and programs that expand and strengthen music education, while advocating for equitable access for all students.
As Director of Educational Programs at Alfred Music and MakeMusic, Jennifer collaborates with music educators, school districts, and industry partners to advance high-quality teaching and learning. She leads the development of curriculum resources and adoptions, professional development opportunities, and strategic initiatives that empower educators and inspire the next generation of musicians.
Jennifer also developed and manages a rapidly growing clinician team that works directly with music educators, delivering hands-on support, training, and inspiration in classrooms and at events worldwide.
A proud alumna of the Crane School of Music and SUNY Potsdam’s Business of Music program, Jennifer continues to champion music education as an essential part of every child’s development.
Lindsay Love-Bivens
Lindsay Love-Bivens is the Artist Relations Manager at PRS Guitars, bringing more than 20 years of experience in performance, production, and leadership. A seasoned guitarist across multiple genres, she also has hands-on expertise in guitar production and repair. Before joining PRS, Lindsay spent several years as Artist Relations and Partnerships Manager at Taylor Guitars, collaborating with world-class musicians and global brands. Earlier in her career, she held senior leadership roles at large churches, building strong ties within the CCM and Gospel music community. She has also served as a diversity and culture consultant, offering a unique perspective to her work with artists and partners.
