Joel T. Jordan
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Email address: ***********@*****.*** Web: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelteex Results-driven music business executive with extensive experience in business development, B2B sales, account management, and strategic partnerships. Successfully leverages innovative technologies to bridge creative and technical solutions, drive business, and achieve outstanding results. Skilled in relationship building, strategic guidance, and problem-solving, offering a unique blend of creativity and technical know-how. Work experience
05/2024 – present Business Advisor
Synchtank
08/2008 – 05/2024
New York, London, Los
Angeles
Founder, Business Development
Synchtank
Founded a pioneering and successful B2B SaaS music tech company Advanced TV, film, advertising, and video game music licensing through the creation of a cutting-edge media, rights, royalties, and licensing management platform Identified and capitalized on an untapped market opportunity, leading to the development of an innovative solution
Grew revenues year over year from $0 to seven figures Grew customer base by +30% year-over-year, leading to long term subscriptions with global SME and Enterprise customers
Secured significant funding to support the company's growth and strategic initiatives Recruited and onboarded top-tier talent to bolster the team, driving the company's sustained success and expansion
Opened offices in London, UK, and Bratislava, SK
Attended music conferences in the USA and Europe to build long term relationships with key stakeholders
Established strategic partnerships with industry giants such as Disney, Warner Music Group, ESPN, Warner Media, VICE, NFL, and others
Solidified the company's reputation as a trusted ally in the global media and entertainment sector
Contributed to product development, features, and UX/UI design as part of the feedback loop to constantly refine and improve the product
12/2020 – present Business Development Advisor
Music Tech Startups
That Pitch, Charlotte, NC
Successfully quadrupled the library client base for That Pitch sync licensing solution within one year through a highly successful initiative Led business discussions with potential clients, including libraries, labels, and publishers Introduced and qualified the founder for work with potential new clients Oversaw the development of a new, scalable tech infrastructure that was cost-effective and supported company growth
Provided consultation on design and client features, and usability to improve UX Starchild Music AI, San Francisco, CA
Advised on business development for an inventive industry-focused automated AI remixing tool
Led business discussions with collaborators, rights holders, artists, labels, and others Work experience
Artist Archive, San Diego, CA
Advised on business development strategies for a cutting-edge version control and access control system customized for artists at Artist Archive, resulting in streamlined audio file and rights management processes
Collaborated on solutions for legal, copyright, and distribution data of songs to enhance royalty collection, informing design and features of the creator-facing platform The Plug Music, Puebla, MX
Consulted on design and UI/UX for a new administrative dashboard for writers and composers at The Plug Music, resulting in streamlined registrations across multiple global rights societies
04/2020 – present
Brooklyn, NY
Co-founder, Business Development
earthprogram
Co-founded earthprogram, a multi-faceted music industry consultancy firm specializing in tailored services for music businesses, technology companies, labels, and artists Led business development, go-to-market strategies, and marketing efforts for clients and internal projects
Oversaw music publishing and licensing services through a partnership with independent hip-hop powerhouse EMPIRE
Organized private music distribution services through a partnership with Virgin Music 02/1996 – 08/2008
New York, NY
Co-founder, Creative Director, Lead Designer
earthprogram ltd.
Co-founded and served as Creative Director at the earthprogram ltd., a pioneering creative design firm specializing in the music industry known for its futuristic designs Oversaw the creation of thousands of visually stunning projects, including packaging, print advertisements, merchandise, logos, and promotional materials 10/2022 – present
New York, NY
Advisory Board Member
Trusted Advisor
Advisory Board member for professional association of Entertainment, Music, and Pro Sports industry insiders and advisors.
Publications
01/2000 Searching For The Perfect Beat
Watson-Guptill/BPI
Co-authored and designed, "Searching For The Perfect Beat," a pioneering art book offering a graphic history of American underground electronic rave flyers, featuring an introduction by New York Times music critic Neil Strauss. 2024 Finalist for the Music Business Association's Bizzy Awards. 'Leader of Light' is presented to a company or executive that has supported their staff via internal initiatives aimed at improving mental health, wellbeing, and work/life balance. Achievements