Category: Business

Malcolm Jenkins: ‘I Have a Responsibility to our Youth to be a Positive Role Model’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign December 17, 2014 role model noun “a person whose behavior, example, or success is or can be emulated by others, especially by younger people.” It’s often been stated that athletes have a responsibility for being a positive role models for children because of their status as professional players. Although… Continue reading Malcolm Jenkins: ‘I Have a Responsibility to our Youth to be a Positive Role Model’

The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Phil Thornton

Originally published on The Industry Cosign June 2, 2015 Title: Vice President and General Manager, Urban Inspirational Company: eOne Music and Ten2One Entertainment Location: Nashville, TN Because he wears so many hats, there are plenty of words that can be used to describe music industry executive and television producer, Phil Thornton. Ingenious. Brilliant. Ambitious. But… Continue reading The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Phil Thornton

The 5Ws: Joshua Christie

Originally published on The Industry Cosign April 20, 2015 Who: Joshua A. Christie What: 72andSunny – Rights and Clearance (Business Affairs) Why: 72andSunny creates cultural impact on behalf of brands. The company is recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2015 and is a two-time “Agency of the Year” winner for Advertising Age… Continue reading The 5Ws: Joshua Christie

The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Angelo Ellerbee

Originally published on The Industry Cosign July 1, 2015 It’s been said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. But it can also be one of the surest routes to success – or failure. For artist development guru Angelo Ellerbee, imitating and building upon the tactics of legendary Motown founder Berry Gordy – a… Continue reading The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Angelo Ellerbee

The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Kevin Powell

Title:  President & Cofounder Company: BK Nation Location: Brooklyn, NY Kevin Powell is one of the most acclaimed political, cultural, literary and hip-hop voices in America today. Kevin is a native of Jersey City, raised by a single mother in extreme poverty, but managed to study at Rutgers University in New Brunswick thanks to New… Continue reading The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Kevin Powell

Jamal Smith Is… Everything Brooklyn

Originally published on The Industry Cosign April 6, 2015 The stronger ones are the people who go through a struggle and/or hardship and continues to, not only live life, but, stake their claim on the goal they are trying to achieve.  As most entrepreneurs know, it’s never about just working but, more so, working on… Continue reading Jamal Smith Is… Everything Brooklyn

Angela Yee: ‘If You Aren’t In Love With What You Do, Then How Can You Give 110%?’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign January 28, 2015 Being the only female of your crew gives you the opportunity to stand out and be recognized in a light others in your group may not get. This is especially relevant in Hip-Hop. Look at Eve (Ruff Ryders), Lil Kim (Junior Mafia) and The Lady of… Continue reading Angela Yee: ‘If You Aren’t In Love With What You Do, Then How Can You Give 110%?’

Lita Lewis: ‘I decided that pursuing a career in health and fitness is my calling’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign December 17, 2014 Having a presence on social media is a must these days in order to be successful, in any line of work. When you are the brand and what you display is what people will be drawn to, it’s vital to take advantage of that and with… Continue reading Lita Lewis: ‘I decided that pursuing a career in health and fitness is my calling’

The 5Ws: Merieta Bayati

Originally published on The Industry Cosign March 31, 2015 Who: Merieta Bayati What: Entrepreneur, Speaker & Author of The Girlie Girl’s Guide To Living A Fabulously Fulfilled Life! Why: As I see how differently the world is evolving compared to when I grew up, I feel that young girls and women NEED more positive role… Continue reading The 5Ws: Merieta Bayati

The 5Ws: Damon Clark

Originally published on The Industry Cosign March 27, 2015 Who: Damon ClarkWhat: CityAlert.com Why: CityAlert.com is a digital community which provides information on entertainment, events, music, fashion, travel and media. It works directly with club venues, concert promoters, artist managers, marketing partners, corporations, advertising agencies, public relations and online digital departments to engage its audience.… Continue reading The 5Ws: Damon Clark

Winsome Sinclair: ‘We are Being Paid to Make Believe’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign May 27, 2015 When you work and collaborate with directors like Steven Spielberg, Spike Lee, Oliver Stone, John Singleton and Lee Daniels, you tend to stay in business based on your work ethic and highly sought after skills. Being involved with institutes like the African-American Women In Cinema Foundation,… Continue reading Winsome Sinclair: ‘We are Being Paid to Make Believe’

The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Kevin Benoit

Originally published on The Industry Cosign July 28, 2015 Title: Founder of Parlé Entertainment Editor of Parlé Magazine Company: Parlé Entertainment/Parlé Magazine Location: Brooklyn, NY A visionary and creative from a young age, Brooklyn native, Kevin Benoit, 28, graduated from high school at age 16 and went on to graduate from John Jay College of… Continue reading The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Kevin Benoit

Anthony Marshall is… Legendary

Originally published on The Industry Cosign February 18, 2015 The title Legendary is SO overused and misappropriated these days and it’s a shame that everyone misuses the term so much. If I had a dollar for every writer, blogger, person to use that name in the wrong context, I could stage my own multi-million dollar… Continue reading Anthony Marshall is… Legendary

The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Joseph Albert Charles

Originally published on The Industry Cosign June 24, 2015 Title: General Manager Company: The Cherry Party Location: Santa Monica, CA Joseph Albert Charles has a single modus operandi: continue to move the needle in music and entertainment with a pivot unparallel to any other executive. Although the General Manager of The Cherry Party––the new label… Continue reading The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Joseph Albert Charles

The 5Ws: DJBabe

Originally published on The Industry Cosign July 20, 2015 Who: DJBabe What: MixtapeDJs.net and Motor City Popcorn Why: DJBabe has been Detroit’s number one mixtape DJ for over a decade with a career that also includes on-air radio mixshows, touring, TV appearances and more. He has touched many areas of the music business from working… Continue reading The 5Ws: DJBabe

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