Brandon Martinez

Background

About Brandon Martinez

Never afraid to lean into new technologies, I’ve built my career as a first-mover, able to quickly assess from a 30K foot view and then execute a plan immediately after. Always approaching with a customer-centric approach, I focus on high-end marketing initiatives that improve brand recognition and public engagement. I have a proven aptitude to provide end-to-end solutions, establish long-term networks, and advance core value through cross-functional and collaborative business opportunities. Recognized as a successful digital pioneer, serial entrepreneur, former music executive, and media-trained public speaker for offering exceptional insights on technology, culture, and startups. Actively Involved in multiple communities: Friends with Benefits, OnDeck Founder Fellowship, Transparent Collective, First Round Fast Track, Schusterman Foundation Reality Leadership Program Press: Forbes, Wired, Billboard Cover Story, Los Angeles Times, Business Insider, The Wrap, PandoDaily, AdWeek, Brooklyn Magazine, Time, Hypebot, Billboard “My Day” Feature Speaking Engagements: SXSW, Midem, CES, Music Biz, VidCon, New Music Seminar, CMJ Key Career Achievements: • Directed monetization of the “Harlem Shake” meme, prompting Billboard’s historic chart methodology change, 2013. • Exited first business, INDMUSIC, to Live Nation, 2016. • Next business chosen as one of ten for 2nd cohort of Snapchat accelerator, Yellow, 2019. • XRC Labs Elevate Fellowship Finalist, 2021.