Linda Coogan Byrne

Linda Coogan Byrne is an internationally recognised music publicist, writer, and entertainment consultant with over two decades of experience in the music and entertainment industry. As CEO of Good Seed PR, she has spearheaded successful campaigns for world-renowned artists as well as emerging talent across multiple genres. Her deep expertise in artist development, branding, and media relations has established her as a trusted name in music PR, known for delivering impactful results. Beyond her work in PR, Linda is a leading voice in addressing systemic inequities within the music and media industries. As CEO of Culture Change company Why Not Her?, she has reshaped the Irish and UK radio landscapes to champion gender and racial parity. Her groundbreaking Gender & Racial Disparity Data Reports have reached millions of people, propelling the global #WhyNotHer movement. A skilled writer and communicator, Linda has contributed to prominent publications such as The Guardian, The Times, The Telegraph, The Examiner, Daily Mail, Metro, BBC, RTE, and IQ Magazine. Recognised among Ireland's Top 100 Most Influential Women in 2021 and Top 20 in 2024, she was a Campaigner of the Year nominee at the 2023 Music Week Awards and was inducted into the Music Week Hall of Honour in 2024. Linda is also a sought-after public speaker and has lectured at universities and colleges in Ireland and the UK. She also appeared at events such as Hotpress MixSix, OutPut, BBC Big Weekend, Metropolis, and MUTEK Barcelona.