The AMA executive committee appointed Rob Walker to continue the work that commenced in 2013 for a further two years. AMA president Tony Burn said “This appointment was based on key KPI’s being achieved in Rob’s first two years. In Rob’s time as CEO he has organised two successful AMAC’s, executed the highly popular Melbourne Guitar Show, developed three new industry websites, and maintained our core services for members.” He added, “We have also consolidated our partnership with the NAMM Foundation and achieved program funding again this year. We have a plan and we are looking forward to the next two years, as the AMA further supports the industry.”