Ryan Born

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6x Inc 5000 & 4x Deloitte Fast 500 Entrepreneur. Founder & CEO at HAAWK, Inc. (acquired by SESAC Music Group / Blackstone); Founder of AdRev/AudioMicro, Inc. (now part of FUGA/Downtown/Virgin/Universal Music Group) @ HAAWK, Inc.
Ryan Born's Location
Los Angeles, California, United States, United States
Ryan Born's Contact Details
About Ryan Born

Ryan Born is the Founder and CEO of HAAWK, Inc., a rights management agency assisting copyright holders with YouTube Content ID and Facebook Rights Manager administration (self-service platform at identifyy.com) as well as digital distribution. HAAWK polices, protects, distributes, administers, and monetizes copyrights on behalf of rights holders in the music, film, TV, & video industries. Previously, Ryan served as the founder and CEO of AdRev/AudioMicro, Inc., which ranked 3x on the Inc 500 (2015, 2014, and 2013 respectively). The company operates a network of 4 online brands - AdRev (YouTube monetization), DashGo (music distribution into iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, etc.), AudioMicro (stock music & sound effects library), and ImageCollect (celebrity photo licensing). In 2012, he was named to the San Fernando Valley Business Journal's 40 Under 40. In 2015, the company was acquired for a reported $20 million+.Ryan was formerly an investor in and the VP of Finance / Controller for WireImage, during which time it was acquired by Getty Images for $208 million. He has angel invested in NewCondosOnline and Internet Marketing Inc. (Inc 500 #186 in 2011). Ryan started his career and an audit and tax professional with PricewaterhouseCoopers. He graduated Beta Gamma Sigma with an undergraduate degree in Accounting/Marketing & Art history and a Studio Art minor from Emory University. He possesses a Masters of Accounting Science degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and holds an active CPA license with the State Board of Accountancy of his home state, Tennessee.Specialties: *YouTube Content ID*Facebook Rights Manager*Production Music, Royalty Free Music, Stock Music, & Sound Effects*Photography - Celebrity, Sports, Concerts, News, Events*Certified Public Accountant (CPA)*Content Licensing - Celebrity Pictures, Tattoos, Cartoons, & More*Quickbooks Pro and Quickbooks Online*California Department of Real Estate Licensee (broker)

Ryan Born's Current Company Details
HAAWK, Inc.

Haawk, Inc.

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6x Inc 5000 & 4x Deloitte Fast 500 Entrepreneur. Founder & CEO at HAAWK, Inc. (acquired by SESAC Music Group / Blackstone); Founder of AdRev/AudioMicro, Inc. (now part of FUGA/Downtown/Virgin/Universal Music Group)
Ryan Born Work Experience Details
  • Haawk, Inc.
    Founder & Ceo
    Haawk, Inc. Nov 2016 - Present
    Studio City, Ca, Us
    HAAWK polices, administers, distributes, and licenses content to UGC video sites on behalf of copyright holders. We build technology to help copyright holders distribute, locate, identify, claim, and monetize uses of their content across YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and other UGC video platforms. From YouTube Content ID and Facebook Rights Manager administration to digital distribution to iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Play, Rhapsody, TIDAL, and more, HAAWK optimizes your earnings and protects your rights by way of our HAAWK, Identifyy, and Keyframe Audio brands/platforms. They're your copyrights, use your claws.
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  • Adrev (Audiomicro, Inc.)
    Founder & Ceo At Audiomicro Inc (Adrev, Dashgo, Imagecollect) - Acq. Zealot Networks For $25M
    Adrev (Audiomicro, Inc.) Jul 2007 - Sep 2015
    Sherman Oaks, Ca, Us
    ***AudioMicro, Inc. was acquired in 2015 by Zealot Networks, Inc. for an amount reported by Recode, Variety, and SocalTECH to be > $20 Million. The company was later acquired again, this time by CD Baby in early 2018, and yet again acquired (along with CD Baby) in 2019 by Downtown Music Publishing.***AudioMicro, Inc. operates a network of 4+ digital content licensing marketplaces (AdRev, AudioMicro, DashGo, & ImageCollect), each targeted at a specific vertical - celebrity photos, stock music, sound effects, and YouTube monetization, as well as a some other fun web projects.Founded in 2007 and armed with a world-class engineering team, the company grew from a fledgling beta website to 4+ online brands and made the Inc 500's list of the USA's fastest growing media companies 3 years in a row. VC backed by DFJ Frontier, part of the largest VC network in the world, and Fotolia LLC, a leading stock photo marketplace with over 12 million images and counting, the company was ultimately acquired by Zealot Networks, Inc. for over $20 million in 2014-2015.
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  • Los Angeles Venture Association
    Board Member
    Los Angeles Venture Association Aug 2011 - Aug 2013
    Los Angeles, Ca, Us
    Since 1985 the Los Angeles Venture Association (LAVA) has been providing forums where entrepreneurs and executives of middle-market companies actively meet and learn from fellow executives, investors, bankers, financial advisors and other providers of professional services. Since August 2011 I've served on LAVA's board of directors and tasked with acting as a liaison between LAVA and the Los Angeles entrepreneurial community.
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  • Internet Marketing Inc.
    Investor
    Internet Marketing Inc. Jan 2009 - Oct 2012
    San Diego, Ca, Us
    Internet Marketing Inc ranked #186 (#26 in Advertising and Marketing) on the Inc 500 list of the fastest growing companies in America for 2011 with 3 year growth over 1887% and 2011 revenue of $6.4 million.In July 2012, Internet Marketing Inc. was awarded the 11th fastest growing private company in San Diego by the San Diego Business Journal. About Us: Founded in 2007, Internet Marketing Inc. is a full scale consultancy offering services designed to increase online exposure, build brand awareness, and increase ROI. We utilize business development methodologies in every aspect of our client’s campaigns to transform dynamic marketing strategy into revenue growth. We consult with the client every step of the way to ensure their goals become a reality.
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  • Mediavast, Inc. (Wireimage, Filmmagic, Contour Photos, Winc Reps, Wireimage Video, Wireimagestock)
    Vice President Of Finance & Financial Controller
    Mediavast, Inc. (Wireimage, Filmmagic, Contour Photos, Winc Reps, Wireimage Video, Wireimagestock) Apr 2004 - Jun 2007
    MediaVast, Inc. is a leading provider of high-quality visual content and related services to print and online media, advertising agencies, broadcast networks, mobile carriers, communication agencies and other publishing enterprises.Headquartered in New York, the Company has branch offices in Los Angeles, Miami, Las Vegas, Atlanta, London, Tokyo, Sydney, Hamburg, Shanghai, Madrid, and Amsterdam. MediaVast also provides image syndication through a global network of agency affiliates in over 60 countries.MediaVast, Inc. Ranked Number 133 on Deloitte’s 2006 Technology Fast 500MediaVast, Inc. Ranked Number 11 on New York’s Fastest Growing Media Companies in Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 Program
  • Wireimage
    Investor
    Wireimage Apr 2006 - May 2007
    Us
    Series C Investor - Also served as VP of Finance and Financial Controller from April 2004 to June 2007.
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  • Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp
    Assurance And Business Advisory Services
    Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp Jun 2000 - Mar 2004
    Gb
    Insurance Tax and Legal Services Associate - New York CityConsumer and Industrial Products and Services Audit Associate - Atlanta, GAABAS Masters Program - University of Illinois - June 2001 through August 2002Summer Intern - Atlanta, GA - summer of 2000
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  • Ryan Born Photography
    Photojournalist
    Ryan Born Photography Jan 2001 - Feb 2004
    Contributing Photographer at WireImage (www.wireimage.com) and FilmMagic (www.filmmagic.com)Entertainment, News, Sports, Concerts, and Celebrity photographer - http://ryanbornphotography.com

Ryan Born Skills

Entrepreneurship Online Advertising Digital Media Start Ups Venture Capital Management Online Marketing Seo Photography Advertising Blogging Leadership Licensing Business Development Marketing Strategy Mobile Devices Strategic Partnerships Sales Music Licensing Youtube Entertainment Fundraising Lead Generation Cpa Negotiation Accounting Strategy Publishing Analytics Photojournalism Mergers And Acquisitions Video Finance Content Licensing Licensing Negotiations Executive Management Social Networking Corporate Development Web Marketing Private Equity Contracts Real Estate New Home Construction

Ryan Born Education Details

  • Gies College Of Business - University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    Gies College Of Business - University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    Accounting
  • Emory University - Goizueta Business School
    Emory University - Goizueta Business School
    & Art History
  • Emory University
    Emory University
    Art History; Minor: Studio Art
  • Montgomery Bell Academy
    Montgomery Bell Academy
    High School Diploma
  • University School Of Nashville
    University School Of Nashville
    Grade School

Frequently Asked Questions about Ryan Born

What company does Ryan Born work for?

Ryan Born works for Haawk, Inc.

What is Ryan Born's role at the current company?

Ryan Born's current role is 6x Inc 5000 & 4x Deloitte Fast 500 Entrepreneur. Founder & CEO at HAAWK, Inc. (acquired by SESAC Music Group / Blackstone); Founder of AdRev/AudioMicro, Inc. (now part of FUGA/Downtown/Virgin/Universal Music Group).

What is Ryan Born's email address?

Ryan Born's email address is ry****@****rev.net

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What schools did Ryan Born attend?

Ryan Born attended Gies College Of Business - University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Emory University - Goizueta Business School, Emory University, Montgomery Bell Academy, University School Of Nashville.

What are some of Ryan Born's interests?

Ryan Born has interest in Nashville, Stock Music, Marketplaces, Stocks (Financial), New York City, Angellist, Accounting, Arts And Culture, Fine Art, Stock Market.

What skills is Ryan Born known for?

Ryan Born has skills like Entrepreneurship, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Start Ups, Venture Capital, Management, Online Marketing, Seo, Photography, Advertising, Blogging, Leadership.

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