France-based startup Global Music Community, founded by former Universal Music and MIDEM executives, has raised $1 million to further develop MNRGS.AI, an AI-powered artist management service designed to guide creators with their careers and professional growth.
The funding round drew support from the music and sports industries, including professional international footballers Aurélien Tchouaméni (Real Madrid), Jules Koundé (FC Barcelona), and Mike Maignan (AC Milan).
‘Cultural entrepreneur’ Mamby Laye Diomandé, founder of the SIMA (Salon des Industries Musicales d’Afrique francophone), also participated.
According to the startup’s founders, MNGRS.AI is not designed to replace artists. Instead, it acts as a digital manager, offering support with release planning, audience and career strategy, and personalized content production.
MNGRS.AI was co-founded in 2022 by Alexandre Deniot and Thomas Quenoil, both former executives at MIDEM and Music Universal Group.
Deniot, CEO and Co-founder of MNGRS.AI, served as Director of MIDEM, the long-running music industry conference, from 2017 until its closure in 2021.
During his time at MIDEM, Deniot introduced new programming around digital transformation as well as emerging markets and oversaw its pivot to a digital edition during the pandemic.
In addition, Deniot has experience in managing the careers of international artists such as the multi-platinum Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, Candice Pillay, and Seyi Shay, the Nigerian Pop Star.
Thomas Quenoil, MNGRS.AI’s Co-founder and COO, also brings over two decades of experience in the music industry.
He held executive roles at Universal Music Group and MIDEM, where he led digital transformation initiatives and forged key partnerships with Apple, Spotify, and Amazon. He also oversaw strategy across several international markets, including Asia and Central, Northern and Eastern Europe.
Since launching its first version, MNGRS.AI says that it has supported several thousand artists worldwide, establishing a presence across Europe, North America, and Africa.
“OUR MISSION IS NOT TO REPLACE HUMAN CREATIVITY BUT TO GIVE IT MORE STRENGTH AND CLARITY.”
ALEXANDRE DENIOT, MNGRS.AI
Alexandre Deniot, Co-founder & CEO of MNGRS.AI, said: “Our mission is not to replace human creativity but to give it more strength and clarity.
“MNGRS.AI acts as a true career ally, helping artists focus on what truly matters: creating, evolving, and growing.”
Deniot added: “We’re building a service capable of understanding artists’ needs, anticipating their next steps, and empowering them to succeed.
“Our ambition is global: to give every artist, wherever they are, access to the same level of support as the biggest names.”
“THEY CHOSE TO INVEST IN MNGRS.AI BECAUSE THEY BELIEVE IN A PROJECT THAT HELPS ARTISTS GROW AND BUILD SUSTAINANBLE CAREERS.”
THOMAS QUENOIL, MNGRS.AI
Thomas Quenoil, Co-founder & COO of MNGRS.AI, said: “These athletes and entrepreneurs share our vision of coaching, discipline, and talent development.
“They chose to invest in MNGRS.AI because they believe in a project that helps artists grow and build sustainable careers. We are very proud to have them by our side.”Music Business Worldwide
