Senior executive and advisor leading established, transitional and start up companies in global media and technology for over 25 years. Well known for his leadership in the music industry working with artists such as Bruno Mars, Frank Ocean, KIngs of Leon, Pete Townshend, The Killers, Imagine Dragons, and with over $3.2bn and 60+ acquisitions (buy and sell side) led or advised. Has guided diverse content and distribution companies’ growth within the backdrop of the accelerating digital/social shift, disruptive consumer behavior and landmark financial events, including two $200MM+ exits. In CXO roles and as advisor, known as a “roll up your sleeves” collaborator, operator and strategist with vision who can deftly manage multiple stakeholders and start ups alike. Driven by building businesses through execution of vision balanced with social good.Widely regarded as an expert in media intellectual property and tech, his operational experience and strategic vision as a growth CEO and CFO is proven and valued. As CEO of Bug Music, Inc., led company to #99 on 2009 Inc. 500 and later successfully guided to its sale for over $300M+.