Entrepreneur
Entertainment
Entertainment Background
SoleFoodU
Founder
Spoken Reasons
Co-Manager
Lights Out Festival
Project Manager
An online magazine influencing millenial culture on trends in music, fashion, sneakers, sports, and entertainment daily.
I pivoted my websites online reach of over 80,000 monthly readers who trusted my music taste and started to book up and coming musicians before they reached national attention.
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One of my most cherished achievements was pursuing my passion in the music industry by taking out student loans. I spearheaded the inaugural concert tour for emerging hip-hop artist Wale in Florida. Initially, my $5k loan burgeoned to $40k, propelling our concept into a viable business venture. Leveraging my network across major university venues and with promoters, I transformed our initial investment of $80k into $500k.
Having a keen sense for music development, and I have booked some of Americas rising stars. My strategy had many layers and specific direction. Primarily focused on booking up and coming artists I felt were on the brink of stardom and fit the college circuits best.
- Features with Rick Ross, Wale, Mac Miller, Currensy, Big Sean, and new artists.
- Concerts worked on- Asap Rocky & Mob, ASAP Ferg, Schoolboy Q, Mac Miller, Big Sean, Meek Mill, Wale, Pusha T, Danny Brown, Ab-Soul, and more
We began his social career by creating a YouTube Channel, which had, by August 2016, more than 1.9 million subscribers and over 280 million total views.He made his feature film debut in a supporting role in the 20th Century Fox comedy, The Heat, which opened on June 28, 2013.Baker partnered with Russel Simmons' All Def Digital in 2013, and worked with recording artist Russell Simmons and Priscilla Renea.He appeared in the third season of Real Husbands of Hollywood.
Highlight Video
Spoken Reasons - Why You Asking All Them Questions?
Video featuring Emmanuel Hudson of
MTV's Wild & Out has surpassed 61 Million Views
Produced Wynwood's first ever music festival: Lights Out Festival
Contended and guided 250k budget with end-to-end brand strategy and launch for Lights Out Festival, selling 4,000 tickets and talent managing over 25 artists including Felix Cartel, Deorro, Seven Lions, Crizzly, RJD2, Felix Da Housecat, Alex Kenji, DJ Icey, Lucky Date, and hosted by Damian Pinto “The Voice” of Ultra Music Festival.
From my relationships, I built a network of the top promotors in the city in order to bring maximum exposure to our event. Featured the voice of Ultra, Damien Pinto, to host our event, which helped capture the concerts awareness and recognition from an established branded festival here in Miami.
Managed talent budget and organization of the festival. Created a successful social media plan and partnerships with known event organizers like Event Brite and also grew our sales channels through Groupon and Livingsocial in order to push demand. The concert brought out over 2,000 attendees our very first concert.
Apparel
BreadxButter
Founder
About:
Created by myself & Patso (@PVTSO) is curated pop culture unisex socks collection. Inspired and created for YOU. We aren't your average sock brand, we love what we do and have worked extremely hard to manufacture our socks and deliver the best quality sock for our cozy club members!
Achievements
Sold over 3,000 pairs our first year with mentions by Complex, Hypebeast, and a few more publications.
Highlights:
Ambassador and friend, NBA Star Kenneth Faried. Worn by DJ Speakerfoxxx on next seasons Atlanta on FX.
Features by athletes, musicians, and entertainers:
DJ Sonny Digital, DJ Speakerfoxxx, Russ, Knicks PG Justin Holiday, Patriots RB Brandon Bolden, Redskins Linebacker Terrance Garvin , influencer queen YesJulz , graffiti artist Aholsnifsglue to name a few.
Noteable support by influencer friends & models: @jannabreslin @maggiepetrova @weeknds @jccaylen @lucasanteramo @rilesOG @ryanmax94 @calientechica @courtdunstan @compassionately.mela and many more.
Social events:
Pop up shop at the The Standard Hotel in Miami Beach
Art Basel Event with DJ Sonny Digital
Bread & Butter | Butter to your feet. Sauce to your Shoes
Products
SMFX
CO-Founder
SmartFx was a product I discovered and introduced to the market. Drawing from my experience in private labeling, I crafted the brand to embody a scrappy approach, integrating growth hacking strategies. My overarching objective has consistently been to elevate contemporary products that foster enjoyment, social interaction, and engagement.
Achievements
Sales of over $220,000 our first year.
Featured on Touch Of Modern, Uncrate, Laughingsquid, GadgetFlow, Geekdad, Freshome, Business Insider.
The Flow Charge
Founder
The Flow Charge data sync/charging cable is an efficient and stylish way to charge and sync your Smartphones. The unique LED flow adds flair to your technology while helping you save time and energy with Electroluminescent technology which lowers power consumption and saves energy. The flow current tells you your device is charging. At full battery capacity, the glowing stops to let you know your device is ready for use. Rapid Charging saves time by providing a full charge quickly and efficiently.
Achievements
Big Sean stays charged up.
Sales of over $50,000 my first year.
Featured on Touch Of Modern, Groupon, Vau.lt, Rakuten, EDMSauce, Walyou.com and more.
Projects
THR33S is not just about the competition, it's about community. We're bringing together the best of the best for a high-level 3v3 basketball showdown that's sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. But that's not all! Local youth will have the incredible opportunity to learn from the pros with coaching sessions led by Miami Heat legend, Mario Chalmers. Off the court, you'll be able to indulge in delicious offerings from local food vendors (led by Bodega Taqueria and Tequila), marvel at the work of talented local artists, and groove to the beats of Miami's finest musical talent. So, lace up your sneakers, bring your love for the game, and join us for a day of unforgettable street ball action and community celebration at THR33S! More info at - https://thr33s.com/