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Yaw OwusuEnglish entrepreneur, creator of the project 'Urbeatz'.
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Executive Director of Urbeatz
Career PathYaw Owusu is an English entrepreneur and founder of Urbeatz, an urban music, media, and youth culture company. As CEO of Urbeatz, Owusu oversees all aspects of the company's operations, including administrative, organizational, and practical matters. He plans to delegate responsibilities to a team of professionals to ease his workload.
Born in Liverpool to a Jamaican mother and Ghanaian father, Owusu initially considered pursuing a career in law or professional basketball. However, he ultimately obtained a law degree and struggled to secure employment after graduating. This setback led him to establish his own business venture, Urbeatz.
Urbeatz
Established over five years ago, Urbeatz engages in a range of activities, including supporting emerging artists, organizing cultural events, graphic design, alternative education initiatives, broadcasting, and consulting. Inspired by UK Artist KOF, Owusu found his entrepreneurial journey fulfilling despite his initial lack of business experience.
Challenges and Growth
Owusu faced significant challenges in securing funding for Urbeatz. However, his enthusiasm and willingness to learn, along with the low stakes of his endeavor, propelled him forward. He expanded the company's offerings from apparel sales to concert tours, video production, magazine publishing, events, and more.
Owusu's dedication and hard work have been rewarded with impressive financial growth. The company's revenue has doubled annually, demonstrating the success of his business model. He remains ambitious, setting ambitious goals while focusing on day-to-day operations.
Inspiration and Outlook
Owusu credits Mahatma Gandhi's quote, "Be the change you wish to see in the world," as a guiding principle. He believes in the power of self-empowerment and strives to create positive change through Urbeatz.
