Rushion Interviews Famed music industry executive, Benny Pough, on how his near death experience redirected his life’s purpose!
The Steve Harvey Morning Show
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🗓️ 18 March 2022
⏱️ 36 minutes
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Summary
On this episode of Money Making Conversations Master Class we have former Music Industry executive turned author, serial entrepreneur and real estate investor, Benny Pough. Benny Pough has propelled the careers of Jay -Z, Rihanna, Kanye West and more. We discuss the nearly fatal accident that changed his life and inspired his book On Impact.
Topics covered with Benny Pough:
- Pivoting towards your purpose.
- Benefits of working in a minority run company
- Knowing Your value
- Real Estate Investing
- Music industry 101
- DVERSE
More on Benny Pough
Benny Pough is a respected entertainment industry veteran with decades of experience propelling the careers of some of today's leading superstars includingJay-Z, Rihanna, Kanye West, Travis Scott, Future, DJ Khaled and 21 Savage. Pough has left an indelible mark on the music industry holding executive roles at labels Motown, Def Jam, Epic Records and MCA Records, culminating in his role as President of RocNation Music before ultimately deciding to pivot to entrepreneurship. Over two years later, Pough's multi-tiered entertainment company DVERSE Media is home to record labels, distribution platforms, publishing, management and more. This power house entity comes in addition to Al J. Britt Enterprises, Pough's real estate management company that has garnered over 100 doors as part of his portfolio.
More on DVERSE
Established in 2019, DVERSE Media is a global music and media distribution platform where talent is nurtured and provided the tools for global and cultural expansion. DVERSE leverages its extensive experience, industry connections and fresh perspective to identify emerging talent who are shifting underground culture with their singular style and global vision. We work with artists who instinctively sidestep expectations and captivate audiences across all genres and borders and provide them the resources to build their careers in entertainment, fashion, hospitality, sports and beyond. Our offerings include distribution, marketing and social media strategy, A&R, radio promotion, publishing and playlisting. We’re strictly unique.
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