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'''Jaeson Ma''' ([[Traditional Chinese characters|Chinese]]: 馬正遠; [[pinyin]]: Mǎ Zhēngyuǎn; born November 11, 1980) is an Asian-American media executive, artist, and serial entrepreneur. He is the founder and |
'''Jaeson Ma''' ([[Traditional Chinese characters|Chinese]]: 馬正遠; [[pinyin]]: Mǎ Zhēngyuǎn; born November 11, 1980) is an Asian-American media executive, artist, and serial entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of the [[talent management]] firm and production company East West Ventures (formerly known as East West Artists), a co-founder of [[88rising]], and a co-founder of Stampede Ventures (alongside former [[Warner Bros.|Warner Brothers]] President of Creative Development and Worldwide Production Greg Silverman). |
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==Early life and education== |
==Early life and education== |
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''East West |
''East West Ventures'' |
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In 2012, Ma founded East West |
In 2012, Ma founded East West Ventures (EWV, formerly known as East West Artists), a full-service talent management firm and production company redefining the global entertainment industry as the bridge between East and West.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.eastwestartists.com/|title=HOME|website=EWA|language=en-US|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref> An [[HTC]] Portfolio Company, EWV manages top tier clients in all areas in partnership with Untitled Entertainment. In 2019, East West Ventures rebranded from East West Artists to East West Ventures as they began to focus on providing disruptive opportunities for investment across diverse sectors such as media & entertainment, frontier technology, and consumer goods. |
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Ma is currently the CEO of East West Ventures. |
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''88rising'' |
''88rising'' |
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In 2015, Ma co-founded 88rising, a multi-platform digital media company dedicated to celebrating global Asian culture.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://medium.com/@raychung22/work-by-faith-jaeson-ma-entrepreneur-producer-missionary-part-ii-6c82ddb17be2|title=Work By Faith: Jaeson Ma, Entrepreneur, Producer, Missionary (PART II)|last=Chung|first=Ray|date=2018-07-18|website=Medium|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref> 88rising is the leading global destination for Asia-related digital content catering to the Asian millennial market.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://88rising.com/|title=88rising|website=88rising.com|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref> The company has gained popularity as a digital music platform and label primarily for Asian artists, such as [[Keith Ape]], [[Rich Brian]] (formerly known as Rich Chigga), [[George Miller (entertainer)|Joji]], and [[Higher Brothers]]. |
In 2015, Ma co-founded 88rising, a multi-platform digital media company dedicated to celebrating global Asian culture.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://medium.com/@raychung22/work-by-faith-jaeson-ma-entrepreneur-producer-missionary-part-ii-6c82ddb17be2|title=Work By Faith: Jaeson Ma, Entrepreneur, Producer, Missionary (PART II)|last=Chung|first=Ray|date=2018-07-18|website=Medium|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref> 88rising is the leading global destination for Asia-related digital content catering to the Asian millennial market.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://88rising.com/|title=88rising|website=88rising.com|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref> The company has gained popularity as a digital music platform and label primarily for Asian artists, such as [[Keith Ape]], [[Rich Brian]] (formerly known as Rich Chigga), [[George Miller (entertainer)|Joji]], and [[Higher Brothers]]. |
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In 2017, leading global advertising agency [[WPP plc|WPP]] made a strategic investment in 88rising.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://variety.com/2017/digital/asia/wpp-buys-into-asian-content-platform-88rising-1202450321/|title=WPP Buys Into Asian Content Platform 88rising|last=Frater|first=Patrick|date=2017-06-01|work=Variety|access-date=2018-10-10|language=en-US}}</ref> |
In 2017, leading global advertising agency [[WPP plc|WPP]] made a strategic investment in 88rising.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://variety.com/2017/digital/asia/wpp-buys-into-asian-content-platform-88rising-1202450321/|title=WPP Buys Into Asian Content Platform 88rising|last=Frater|first=Patrick|date=2017-06-01|work=Variety|access-date=2018-10-10|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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Ma served as Chairman and Co-founder of 88rising between 2015-2017.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://hashtaglegend.com/post/rise-conference-2018-jaeson-ma-ray-chan|title=88rising's Jaeson Ma and 9GAG's Ray Chan on social media|website=hashtaglegend.com|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref> |
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''Stampede Ventures'' |
''Stampede Ventures'' |
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In 2017, Ma co-founded Stampede Ventures with |
In 2017, Ma co-founded Stampede Ventures with Greg Silverman.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://stampedeventures.com/|title=Stampede Ventures {{!}} Greg Silverman|website=Stampede Ventures|language=en-US|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref> |
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''Investing'' |
''Investing'' |
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In 2018, he initiated and advised on the acquisition of [[Dark Horse Comics]] |
In 2018, he initiated and advised on the acquisition of [[Dark Horse Comics]] by Cenic Media (Shanghai). |
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In 2019, he structured the deal creating the joint venture between [[Ryan Kavanaugh]]’s Proxima Media and National Arts Studios, one of the largest film studios in China.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/proxima-media-inks-joint-venture-with-national-arts-studio-becomes-significant-shareholder-in-one-of-the-largest-studios-in-china-national-arts-traded-on-the-hong-kong-public-market-300851355.html|title=Proxima Media Inks Joint Venture With National Arts Studio Becomes Significant Shareholder In One Of The Largest Studios In China-National Arts, Traded On The Hong Kong Public Market|date=2019-05-19|website=Medium|access-date=2019-05-24}}</ref> |
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Ma is also a network partner with GoodWater Capital |
Ma is also a network partner with GoodWater Capital. Before then, he worked with [[MC Hammer]] in Silicon Valley focusing on angel stage investments in consumer tech and media, investing in numerous ventures including [[Justin Lin|Justin Lin’s]] Asian American independent film “[[Better Luck Tomorrow]].”<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://medium.com/@raychung22/work-by-faith-jaeson-ma-entrepreneur-artist-missionary-1030a4bbbb3b|title=Work by Faith: Jaeson Ma, Entrepreneur, Artist, Missionary|last=Chung|first=Ray|date=2018-05-02|website=Medium|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref> |
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Venture investments include PCA (Plan C Agency), Brain Inc, [[Slock.it]], [[Musical.ly]], [[Grab (company)|Grab]], Paris Hilton Lifestyle, and the Maum Group |
Venture investments include PCA (Plan C Agency), Brain Inc, [[Slock.it]], [[Musical.ly]], [[Grab (company)|Grab]], Paris Hilton Lifestyle, and the Maum Group. |
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==Ministry== |
==Ministry== |
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Ma is an internationally-recognized Christian speaker respected for his experience in campus church planting, cross cultural missions, and marketplace ministry (especially in media & entertainment). In 2004, Ma was ordained as a minister under Harvest International Ministries by Pastor [[Ché Ahn|Che Ahn]]. |
Ma is an internationally-recognized Christian speaker respected for his experience in campus church planting, cross cultural missions, and marketplace ministry (especially in media & entertainment). In 2004, Ma was ordained as a minister under Harvest International Ministries by Pastor [[Ché Ahn|Che Ahn]]. |
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Ma is |
Ma is known for serving as a spiritual advisor to celebrities throughout Hollywood and Asia. |
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==Music== |
==Music== |
Revision as of 22:01, 24 May 2019
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Jaeson Ma (Chinese: 馬正遠; pinyin: Mǎ Zhēngyuǎn; born November 11, 1980) is an Asian-American media executive, artist, and serial entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of the talent management firm and production company East West Ventures (formerly known as East West Artists), a co-founder of 88rising, and a co-founder of Stampede Ventures (alongside former Warner Brothers President of Creative Development and Worldwide Production Greg Silverman).
Early life and education
Ma was born in Lubbock, Texas. Ma was the youngest of three children and had a difficult childhood in San Jose, California.[1] Ma earned degrees in Bible theology, business management, and youth ministry from William Jessup University. Later, Ma earned a Master of Arts in Global Leadership and Intercultural Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary.[2]
Career
With his key knowledge and relationships in Hollywood and Asia, Ma is known as a strategic consultant and adviser in media, entertainment and executive coaching. Ma especially has advised, consulted on corporate strategy and lead capital fundraising efforts for multiple ventures.
East West Ventures
In 2012, Ma founded East West Ventures (EWV, formerly known as East West Artists), a full-service talent management firm and production company redefining the global entertainment industry as the bridge between East and West.[3] An HTC Portfolio Company, EWV manages top tier clients in all areas in partnership with Untitled Entertainment. In 2019, East West Ventures rebranded from East West Artists to East West Ventures as they began to focus on providing disruptive opportunities for investment across diverse sectors such as media & entertainment, frontier technology, and consumer goods.
Ma is currently the CEO of East West Ventures.
Prior to this, Ma was a partner with Adventures Corp and Plan C Management, managing international talent including Far East Movement, MC Jin, Daniel Wu, and Vanness Wu between 2008-2011.
88rising
In 2015, Ma co-founded 88rising, a multi-platform digital media company dedicated to celebrating global Asian culture.[4] 88rising is the leading global destination for Asia-related digital content catering to the Asian millennial market.[5] The company has gained popularity as a digital music platform and label primarily for Asian artists, such as Keith Ape, Rich Brian (formerly known as Rich Chigga), Joji, and Higher Brothers.
In 2017, leading global advertising agency WPP made a strategic investment in 88rising.[6]
Ma served as Chairman and Co-founder of 88rising between 2015-2017.[7]
Stampede Ventures
In 2017, Ma co-founded Stampede Ventures with Greg Silverman.[8]
Investing
In 2018, he initiated and advised on the acquisition of Dark Horse Comics by Cenic Media (Shanghai).
In 2019, he structured the deal creating the joint venture between Ryan Kavanaugh’s Proxima Media and National Arts Studios, one of the largest film studios in China.[9]
Ma is also a network partner with GoodWater Capital. Before then, he worked with MC Hammer in Silicon Valley focusing on angel stage investments in consumer tech and media, investing in numerous ventures including Justin Lin’s Asian American independent film “Better Luck Tomorrow.”[10]
Venture investments include PCA (Plan C Agency), Brain Inc, Slock.it, Musical.ly, Grab, Paris Hilton Lifestyle, and the Maum Group.
Ministry
Following his dynamic conversion, Ma served as a missionary, church planter, and author.[11] Ma ministered on various college campuses including San Jose State University and UCLA and planted over 200 campus church movements around the world.[12] Using this experience, he wrote The Blueprint: A Revolutionary Plan to Plant Missional Communities on Campus.[13][14]
Ma is an internationally-recognized Christian speaker respected for his experience in campus church planting, cross cultural missions, and marketplace ministry (especially in media & entertainment). In 2004, Ma was ordained as a minister under Harvest International Ministries by Pastor Che Ahn.
Ma is known for serving as a spiritual advisor to celebrities throughout Hollywood and Asia.
Music
Ma grew up listening to all genres of music, specifically hip-hop, rock and gospel. Musical influences include Run DMC, Will Smith, MC Hammer, 2Pac, Nas, Notorious B.I.G., Wu Tang Clan, Hieroglyphics, Living Legends, Pharcyde, U2, Nirvana, Lifehouse, Switchfoot, Coldplay, Delirious, Jason Upton, P.O.D., and KRS-One.[15] His music has been described as a hybrid of hip-hop and spoken word.[16]
Ma’s musical journey began in underground hip hop clubs in Northern California where Ma would compete in rap battle competitions. In 1998, he dropped his first mixtape titled “2 Sides 2 Everything.”
In 2007, he formed Christian based hip hop duo “Namesake” with Mike Whang and released the “Heartback” EP.[17][18] The album got into the hands of Plan C Management, which managed Asian American rap artists Far East Movement and MC Jin at the time. Plan C signed Ma, and his third album “GLORY” released in 2010 featured Bruno Mars on the debut single “Love,” which garnered international recognition and mainstream popularity.[19]
In 2013, Ma recorded and released independently a double album titled “Confession X Resurrection” where Ma details his experience between 2011-2012.[20][21]
In 2015, Ma teamed up with living rap legend MASE (Mason Betha) to write and record “Revival or Riot,” a full album project still in development. In 2017, Ma released the first single “Revival or Riot” (co-written and produced by MASE).[22]
Awards, honors, and associations
- In 2017, Ma was recognized in Newsmax’s “100 Most Influential Evangelicals in America.”[23]
- In 2014, Ma was recognized in Christianity Today’s “33 Under 33.”[24]
- In 2010, Ma was recognized in Charisma’s “21 Emerging Leaders of Tomorrow’s Church.”[25]
Ma is involved in the following organizations:
Filmography
Year | Title | Credits |
2018 | 7 Miracles (HTC Vive)[27] | Executive producer |
2018 | Guardians of the Tomb | Co-producer |
2016 | Birth of the Dragon | Co-producer |
2015 | Man Up | Co-producer |
2010 | 1040 | Narrator, presenter |
Discography
Title | Studio Album Details |
Glory |
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Love (feat. Bruno Mars) (Single) |
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No Time (feat. Jaeson Ma) |
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Confession X Resurrection |
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Publications
- Ma, Jaeson (Aug 2007). The Blueprint: A Revolutionary Plan to Plant Missional Communities on Campus. ISBN 978-0-8307-4408-4.
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References
- ^ "Jaeson Ma talks God and hip-hop – Converge Magazine". Converge Magazine. 2011-08-29. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ Chung, Ray (2018-05-02). "Work by Faith: Jaeson Ma, Entrepreneur, Artist, Missionary". Medium. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ "HOME". EWA. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ Chung, Ray (2018-07-18). "Work By Faith: Jaeson Ma, Entrepreneur, Producer, Missionary (PART II)". Medium. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ "88rising". 88rising.com. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ Frater, Patrick (2017-06-01). "WPP Buys Into Asian Content Platform 88rising". Variety. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ "88rising's Jaeson Ma and 9GAG's Ray Chan on social media". hashtaglegend.com. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ "Stampede Ventures | Greg Silverman". Stampede Ventures. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ "Proxima Media Inks Joint Venture With National Arts Studio Becomes Significant Shareholder In One Of The Largest Studios In China-National Arts, Traded On The Hong Kong Public Market". Medium. 2019-05-19. Retrieved 2019-05-24.
- ^ Chung, Ray (2018-05-02). "Work by Faith: Jaeson Ma, Entrepreneur, Artist, Missionary". Medium. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ "Q&A with Jaeson Ma". RELEVANT Magazine. 2010-12-29. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ jaeson ma (2008-12-29), Jaeson Ma - Personal Testimony, retrieved 2018-10-10
- ^ "The Blueprint | Baker Publishing Group". bakerpublishinggroup.com. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ results, search (2007-08-01). The Blueprint: A Revolutionary Plan to Plant Missional Communities on Campus. Ventura, Calif.: Regal. ISBN 9780830744084.
- ^ "Jaeson Ma Artist Profile | Biography And Discography | NewReleaseToday". www.newreleasetoday.com. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ "Jaeson Ma talks God and hip-hop – Converge Magazine". Converge Magazine. 2011-08-29. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ Heart Back EP by Namesake., 2007-10-09, retrieved 2018-10-10
- ^ Heart Back EP, 2007-10-09, retrieved 2018-10-10
- ^ Jaeson Ma (2010-02-18), Jaeson Ma - Love ft. Bruno Mars, retrieved 2018-10-10
- ^ Confession + Resurrection by Jaeson Ma, 2013-12-03, retrieved 2018-10-10
- ^ "Jaeson Ma to Release "Confession and Resurrection" Digital CD Tomorrow | | uGospel.com". ugospel.com. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ Jaeson Ma (2017-11-11), Constantine - Revival or Riot, retrieved 2018-10-10
- ^ "Newsmax's 100 Most Influential Evangelicals in America". Newsmax. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ "33 Under 33". ChristianityToday.com. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ Walker, Ken. "21 Emerging Leaders of Tomorrow's Church". Charisma Magazine. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ Belsito, Peter (2015-08-19). "Asian World Film Festival Adds East West Artists' Jaeson Ma as Director of International Relations". IndieWire. Retrieved 2018-10-10.
- ^ "7 Miracles". festival.raindance.org. Retrieved 2018-11-01.