Karaoke Industry Summit 2026
The world's leading gathering for the karaoke business. , Las Vegas. Free to attend, application-based.
Apply nowThe whole karaoke business in one room
That means the people who power karaoke and the people who operate it: those who build the tools and content that make karaoke possible, and those who turn it into entertainment for millions worldwide.
One day, one stage, and a lot of shared learnings and best practices, all aimed at making one of the world's most popular forms of entertainment work better for customers and businesses alike.
Free to attend, but application-based: every submission is reviewed to keep the room relevant and curated, for the best experience for everyone in it.
Set at the stunning Veil Pavilion, Silverton Casino Hotel, Las Vegas. . Hosted by Singa, the leading karaoke technology company.
Speakers
Voices from across the karaoke business
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Henry Wong
Founder, WONGGUYS GROUP
Henry Wong is the founder of WONGGUYS GROUP, blending American and Asian traditions into a fast-rising force in hospitality. He built it from a ten-seat spot in Boston's Chinatown into a multi-venue group grounded in years of restaurant industry experience.
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Dipo Oseni
Co-Owner, SoLa Karaoke
Dipo Oseni co-owns SoLa Karaoke in Southington, Connecticut, alongside his wife, Allison. Inspired by a memorable date at an LA private karaoke suite, the couple brought a California-style private-room karaoke lounge to Center Street.
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Josh Baron
National Director, KWC USA
Also known as "The Karaoke Baron," Josh Baron is National Director of the Karaoke World Championships USA, an executive sound technician, and a prominent Las Vegas-based karaoke host and entertainer.
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Martin Glenn
Founder, AUX Karaoke Box
A former concert photographer, Martin Glenn brought a music-world eye to nightlife when he opened AUX Karaoke Box in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn in 2023. Its six private rooms are each themed after a music icon or era, from Prince's Paisley Park to Elvis' Jungle Room.
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Matthew Tsega
Co-Founder, Culver Karaoke
Matthew is the co-founder of Culver Karaoke, an eight-room private karaoke concept in Los Angeles. A UCLA graduate, he helped launch the business from concept to opening in five months and is now focused on expanding the brand to additional locations.
More speakers to be announced soon.
KIS × KWC
Witness the Karaoke World Championships grand final
Your KIS ticket comes with a front-row seat to something special. On the very same day, the Veil Pavilion hosts the World Final of the Karaoke World Championships, the biggest annual international talent competition. So once you have spent the day learning and networking with the people who power the karaoke business, you can stay on and watch the grand final unfold live.
Singers from over 20 countries, from the US to Tanzania, take the same stage to compete for the world title in the 24th annual KWC World Finals. It is a rare chance to connect with the industry and witness its biggest showcase, all under one roof in Las Vegas.
The program
A full day inside the karaoke business
Keynotes. Talks. Panels.
- 9:00 AM Summit begins
- 5:00 PM Summit ends
- 6:00 PM KWC World Finals grand final begins
The full program is still being put together. Session details will be announced soon.
The organiser
Hosted by Singa
Singa modernises karaoke, the last analog bastion of the entertainment industry, with a complete ecosystem for venues and consumers across 36 countries. Singa is the first and only karaoke service to partner with a major record label, putting original master recordings on the mic, the real recordings, not soundalike covers. KIS exists to get the whole karaoke business in one room and grow the category together.
Partners & sponsors
In partnership with the industry
Partners and sponsors to be announced soon.
FAQ
Questions, answered
What is the Karaoke Industry Summit?
The Karaoke Industry Summit (KIS) is the world's leading gathering for the karaoke business. It brings two sides of the industry into one room: the people who build the tools and content that make karaoke possible, and the operators who turn it into entertainment for millions worldwide.
When and where does KIS 2026 take place?
KIS 2026 takes place on Thursday, , at the Veil Pavilion, Silverton Casino Hotel, Las Vegas.
How much does it cost to attend?
Attendance is free. Entry is application-based, and every submission is reviewed to keep the room curated and relevant for everyone attending.
How do I apply to attend?
Apply through the Apply now button on this page. Applications are reviewed before a place is confirmed.
Who attends the Karaoke Industry Summit?
Venue operators, AV integrators, content partners and innovators from across the karaoke industry worldwide, alongside the technology companies that power karaoke.
What is the Karaoke World Championships, and how is it connected to KIS?
The Karaoke World Championships (KWC) is the annual world championship of karaoke. The 24th KWC World Finals take place on the evening of October 29, 2026, in the same venue as KIS, so summit attendees can stay on and watch the grand final. Singers from over 20 countries, from the US to Tanzania, compete for the world title.
Who organises the Karaoke Industry Summit?
KIS is hosted by Singa, the leading karaoke technology company.
Be in the room
Attendance is free, but by application only. Every submission is reviewed to keep the room curated and worth everyone's time.
Apply now