A multifaceted music industry leader with a unique blend of artistic expertise and business acumen, shaped by over 20 years of musical training and 7+ years of professional experience in the global music business. My journey began with classical piano at age four, evolved through leading bands and mastering West African drums, and culminated in spearheading significant music industry initiatives across Asia and Africa.As a strategic content developer and copyright manager, I've successfully bridged Eastern and Western music markets, leading copyright acquisition in West Africa and pioneering TikTok's music localization in Taiwan. My track record includes signing over 100 artists, building a network of 500+ songwriters, and growing Taiwan's largest vinyl community to 38,000+ members.What sets me apart is my holistic understanding of music - from creation to commercialization. My background as a multi-instrumentalist (piano, guitar, African drums) enriches my approach to A&R and content strategy, while my experience in digital platforms and copyright management enables me to navigate the modern music landscape effectively.I thrive on discovering and nurturing musical talent, building communities, and creating cross-cultural connections through music. Whether it's negotiating with West African artists, curating viral content for TikTok, or preserving analog music culture through my vinyl community, I bring a perfect harmony of artistic sensitivity and business strategy to every project.Currently focused on expanding global music partnerships and fostering innovative content strategies while continuing to contribute to music preservation and community building initiatives.
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Founder And CeoAfrigo Culture EntertainmentBeijing, China -
Founder & CeoAfrigo Entertainment Nov 2024 - PresentLeadership Role: • Pioneered China's first specialized African music label and cultural bridge platform • Oversee strategic direction, business development, and cross-continental partnerships • Lead a global team spanning Africa and China in music rights acquisition and artist development • Drive innovation in cross-cultural content creation and digital distribution strategies • Manage investor relations and secure strategic funding for company growthKey Achievements: • Successfully established operations in multiple African countries and major Chinese cities • Built strategic partnerships with leading digital platforms in both markets • Developed proprietary artist development and market entry framework • Created sustainable revenue streams through diverse business models • Assembled an international team of industry veterans from top global platformsKey Skills:Strategic Leadership & Vision, Music Industry Expertise, Cross-Cultural Business Development,Digital Entertainment Innovation,Financial & Operations Management -
FounderTaiwan Second-Hand Record And Vinyl Exchange Group Jan 2013 - Nov 2024Key Responsibilities:• Established and scaled Taiwan's largest vinyl and record exchange platform from concept to 38,000+ active members• Developed comprehensive community guidelines and moderation protocols to ensure quality interactions• Implemented strategic growth initiatives through digital marketing and partnership development• Orchestrated offline events and meetups to strengthen community engagement• Created educational content about vinyl preservation and collection managementKey Achievements:• Grew membership base by 300% year-over-year through targeted outreach and content strategy• Successfully facilitated over 10,000 safe transactions between community members• Organized 20+ annual vinyl appreciation events and collector meetups• Established partnerships with local record stores and music venues• Built a dedicated team of 10 volunteer moderators to maintain community standards
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Vice President, Copyright & Content AcquisitionWest Music Cooperation Nov 2022 - Oct 2023Led copyright acquisition initiatives and team management across West African markets, driving significant portfolio growth and establishing valuable industry partnerships.Key Responsibilities: • Led and managed West African copyright acquisition team using English as primary business language • Developed and implemented strategic copyright acquisition initiatives • Executed music operational strategies through effective team leadership • Conducted high-level negotiations with labels and artists • Oversaw team recruitment, training, and performance optimizationKey Achievements: • Successfully signed 10 artists within six months through strategic negotiations • Achieved 5%+ annual growth in company's music copyright portfolio • Initiated and managed 10+ content collaboration projects
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Partnerships & Music Operations SpecialistTiktok Aug 2021 - Jul 2022Spearheaded music localization and content strategy for TikTok Taiwan, focusing on independent label partnerships and artist promotion initiatives.Key Responsibilities: • Led TikTok Taiwan's music localization strategy from ground up • Collaborated with independent labels, artist managers, and distributors • Analyzed market trends and developed data-driven operational strategies • Managed Taiwan Musicians ProjectKey Achievements: • Launched 4+ viral music tracks bi-monthly • Executed two successful seasons of Taiwan Musicians Project • Achieved 6M+ total views for promoted content -
Artist Relations SpecialistBelieve Apr 2019 - Jul 2021ChinaEstablished and managed partnerships with labels and artists, overseeing digital distribution and marketing strategies.Key Responsibilities:• Conducted business negotiations with music labels• Managed digital distribution services• Developed sales strategies and artist relationships• Coordinated with regional and global channel marketing teamsKey Achievements:• Signed and managed relationships with 100+ artists including Zhou Bichang, Xiong Tianping, and Wei Xinyu• Built a network of 500+ songwriters and composers• Successfully discovered and promoted trending artists like Cai Zhuoyi and Corki
Frankie Lan Education Details
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Tainan National University Of The ArtsEthnomusicology
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Frankie Lan works for Afrigo Culture Entertainment
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Frankie Lan's current role is Founder and CEO.
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Frankie Lan attended National Taichung University Of Science And Technology, Tainan National University Of The Arts.
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