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PARTYNEXTDOOR'S manager Tyler Henry recently shared gems on working PND, OVO, & more. Here are 5 of my favorite takeaways: 1) How you do anything is how you do everything Tyler shares the story of how he got his start in the music industry while in college in California. One of his first opportunities was a result of connecting with Drake's tour manager Jamilio who asked Tyler for help working a party. Tyler took the job incredibly seriously and came with a team of people that were super on point: •Tyler & his team showed up early •Each person had an assigned role  •Everyone wore black outfits as a uniform Tyler treated it like the Super Bowl - Jamilio saw his execution and precision which led to more opportunities. How you do anything is how you do everything. 2) Preparation is key Tyler talks about wanting to understand who the key players were that worked with the artists he was either currently working with or wanted to work with. He made a spreadsheet of artist and manager contacts to help understand who everyone was, capitalize on opportunities, and meet as many people as possible. That preparation and understanding of who the key players were allowed him to recognize folks in person and capitalize on what would otherwise be small moments. For ex: while waiting in line for the bathroom, he recognized an agent from the spreadsheet he made and initiated a conversation that made a last impression. Tyler also talks about being asked to help tour manage a show on the West Coast one year. Tyler knew that show was 1 of 5 and instead of just packing a bag for that one show, he packed a bag for all 5 just in case he got asked to stay on. Preparation met opportunity when he was asked to stay on for all 5 shows and after being able to because he was prepared, that was how he met PARTYNEXTDOOR. 3) Opportunities create momentum One of the biggest takeaways from Tyler's story is how moments and opportunities snowball - there is momentum in capitalizing on opportunities as doors continue opening from one thing to the next. Doing a great job in one moment can help open the next door. 4) Hard work is necessary Tyler tells the story of how when PARTYNEXTDOOR went on his first tour with Drake, he didn't get caught up in the nightlife or partying. Every night after the show, he would work on music with a small handheld mic and continue to perfect his craft. That dedication helped Party make some of the music that eventually catapalted his career. 5) Understanding your artist Part of being a great manager is understanding your artist and the fact that every artist has their own nuance. What works for 1 artist might not work for another one in terms of strategy, opportunities, workflow, and work style. It's important to understand your artist and tailor to their specific needs. Subscribe to my newsletter for more info: https://lnkd.in/eReqf9hp

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Brand Owners!! Let's talk about it! Why Retail Support is Crucial for Minority Business Owners As we dive into Black Friday, let's reflect: will retailers step up for minority business owners or will they follow Walmart? Despite the ending of DEl initiatives, I believe support will continue in new ways. With minority buyers making up 25-30% of Walmart's consumer base, that's a market that can't be ignored! For 2025, let's focus on making our brands irresistible, building community, and securing our spots on the shelves. We need to show up for minority brands with the same energy we do for #Gucci and #MickeyMouse build community & more visibility, credibility, and fresh innovation in the marketplace! Comment below with your thoughts! #SupportMinorityBusinesses #RetailSupport #DiversityInBusiness #BlackFriday #BrandBuilding #Innovation #representationmatters #dei #brandbuilding #brandmanagement

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The news MUST be more than negative headlines. Yes, journalists should speak truth to power. ✅ Yes, journalists should hold leaders accountable. ✅ Yes, journalists should always provide context. ✅ They can also offer HOPE. That's why our colleagues in Portland launched the "KGW-TV Solutions Project." The goal is to identity problems AND possibilities. The station will give voice to people trying to solve complex issues, unpacking multiple potential solutions in each story. The Solutions Project is an ongoing initiative. There's no end date. The first story explores three possible cures for soaring child care costs. You can watch it now: kgw.com/solutions

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More informative and full length talks like this can be found at GDCVault.com. Unlock the knowledge of GDC content for your team with a studio license. Accounts start at just 5 users for the same price as an All Access GDC Pass. Get the benefits of GDC knowledge without the travel costs! DM for more information. #GDC #GDCVault #Gameeducation #continuingeducation #GDCContent #gamedevelopment #education

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Some great Video Assist tools to streamline on-set production. Having worked on feature film shoots myself, there are many times you are shooting in tight spaces where a video village is critical to keep production moving smoothly. AJA has a range of tools to help video assist provide efficient workflows in small, compact power-efficient packages.

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"🎰 Exciting opportunity alert! 🎲 Calling all Native casino marketers! 🌟 I am conducting a study on innovative marketing strategies within the Native casino industry and I want to hear from you. Your valuable insights could shape the future of Native casino marketing. If you're a Native casino marketing pro (Supervisor and or non-supervisor), I would love to have you participate in my study. Please drop me a message or tag a colleague who might be interested. Let's revolutionize Native casino marketing together! 💰🃏 #NativeCasinoMarketing #IndustryStudy #Innovation #LIVEMMA"

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🚨ATTENTION WEB3 Music Community 🚨 SPONSOR OPPORTUNITY 🌴MIAMI 📺The response to go LIVE at ZAO-CHELLA has been incredible with 427 RSVP's this is going to be a great event! LIVE Web3 music broadcasts are entirely community-supported, and if there’s enough interest across a brand, entity, Web3 members and communities, we’ll bring this event to life with a LIVE broadcast on location. Also, I'm just one person..... so if we achieve this support by tomorrow by 1pm EST, cool. Otherwise, we will recap events later in December-January '25 DETAILS: SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY: The total cost is $1,500 USD (crypto accepted- click link). it can be a single sponsor—whether a brand, project, or artist—can secure the broadcast and receive on-stream brand mentions, logo overlay, and shoutouts throughout the entire event and post production. AND/OR, the multiple Web3 communities and supporters can also activate the broadcast with multiple subscriptions totaling $1,500. https://lnkd.in/ekU8PyD2 On average, events like this yield 1,500–2,000 live viewers (maybe more) across our shares, tags, and the Web3 music network, featuring artist interviews, crowd cams, member cameos, and live performances at #ZAOCHELLA. Extending reach of artist performances, projects and communities while bringing you LIVE coverage of this event. The level of interest from you and the Web3 communities will ultimately determine the additional time, resources, and effort required to make this LIVE broadcast possible. This is an opportunity to elevate what we’re building together in WEB3, expanding awareness and extending the reach beyond the event space to showcase the artists and communities we are all invested in.... Let’s make ZAO-CHELLA an unforgettable moment in Web3 history beyond Miami—#SupportSubscribeZaoChellaLIVE MusicDistrict.io (#SHARE this message to increase awareness to activate this live broadcast) Standing by... ❤️🚀🪩🎶 TY.

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🌟 Networking is Key in the Music Industry 🎶 One thing I’ve learned in this industry is the power of putting yourself out there. Whether you're an artist, manager, marketer, or any other creative, connections can open doors you didn’t even know existed. Every conversation, event, or introduction could lead to your next big opportunity. It might be a new gig, collaboration, or even just valuable advice that helps you level up. So, don’t be afraid to: 🎤 Attend that showcase. 💬 Message someone you admire. 🤝 Say yes to a coffee chat. You never know who you’ll meet or how that connection could shape your journey. Keep showing up, keep growing, and keep building your network—you’ve got this! 💪✨

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Super proud of our games division team at Resurgens Gaming and the launch of our first UEFN Game "Lane Wars" at Dreamhack over the weekend. Huge props Brian Grayson, you and the team rocked it brother!! This new Fortnite map, Lane Wars, is our most ambitious project yet—a new take on the MOBA x TPS genre where your focus is on leveling up the minions (Ghosts) in each lane to earn victory. This was a passion project that started out as a fun game jam for combat callouts, then evolved into a full game where we attempt to push the limits of what UEFN can do. Using UEFN and Verse, we created: ◾ 20+ playable classes with out-of-match progression ◾ Full in-match leveling system (including kit progression) ◾ Ranked, Achievements, Daily Login Rewards, News, and Match History ◾ Custom art for our user interface, environment, NPCs, and cinematics ◾ Cel-shaded art style not often seen in Fortnite We will continue to drive innovation in the UEFN space with more maps to come aligned with our amazing Ghost Gaming creators & celebrities. Stay tuned and jump on this ride early with us!! Just in case this Fortnite map is still unlisted, use map code: 1926-2859-4779 https://lnkd.in/gbqqZ6wa Todd Harris Nabil Ismail #venture #vc #gaming #game #UEFN #brand #cpg #marketing #education #influencer #esports

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MARTIN GROVE'S WEEKEND BOXOFFICE BUZZ: Now playing below -- a quick look at the upcoming July 4th holiday weekend.   . Universal/Illumination Entertainment's PG rated animated sequel DESPICABLE ME 4 is opening 7/3 at about 4,000 theatres. It's expected to generate colorful boxoffice fireworks with around $140M for five days -- or more, which is usually the case these days! The RT critics are haters at 63%, but that won't keep families away. It's tracking best with men under 25 (13 points over norm) and next best with women under 25 (12 points over norm).   . Lionsgate/Roadside Attractions' R rated Indian action crime drama KILL is opening wide 7/4. Pundits are guessing $4-6M for four days. RT critics love it at 95%, but that's based on just 20 reviews. It's tracking below norm for all demos.   (See more at www.ZAMM.com)   #movies #boxoffice #martingrove

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So what’s next? Continuous daily authentic storytelling based on real life experiences. The nuggets of wisdom will continue. A weekly Lunchtime Conversation, IG LIVE, on Monday at 12pm EST, 20-minutes of snackable content starting on January 20, 2025. I ask you to join me in this journey. I’ve realized that I want to continue to inspire, educate and pay it forward by sharing women’s stories. 20-minutes. That’s all I ask. Tune in on Instagram @kickitbyep. Motivational quote sticker drop. I have launched Kick It By EP on Substack. Check it out. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eU5niewY There will be a monthly motivational sticker drop for those who support the page. I’ll continue to kick it with real life experiences. Building community is so important during this time. Women supporting women that’s what it's all about. #inspire #educate #payitforward

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We all have that innate, human need to truly connect—and that's where Black Business Orlando comes in. 💡In a world that's gone digital, finding real, meaningful community is more important than ever. Discover how we're bridging the gap between online interaction and real-life support. Listen NOW to the ABNB Podcast 🎧Available on all major listening platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and MORE #HumanConnection #BlackBusinessOrlando #DigitalAge #CommunityMatters #TechAndHumanity #BusinessGrowth #RealConnections

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https://lnkd.in/gG-NRHCw Universal Epic Universe continues to bask in media attention and that eagerly anticipated third theme park set to debut at Universal Orlando Resort in 2025 accounts for much of the attached feature from Gizmodo discussing "Five Epic Things That Universal Studios Is Doing In 2025 That Will Change The Theme Park Landscape." Three of those five are about Universal Epic Universe and the upcoming Universal Horror Unleashed location based entertainment complex underway at Area 15 in Las Vegas is certainly exciting, though not actually part of any "theme park landscape." Not certain how Universal Studios Hollywood's upcoming Fan Fest events are an industry game changer, though certainly glad to see the influence of the popular Universal Cool Japan events at Osaka's Universal Studios Japan theme park making an impact at other Universal theme parks. Wonder why Universal Studios Singapore's "Minion Land" didn't make this list....

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