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Dan Runcie

Founder of Trapital, focused on music, media, and culture

Dan Runcie is the founder of Trapital, a research group that focuses on the intersection of music, media, and culture. He established Trapital in March 2018, aiming to elevate the business aspects of these industries. Runcie's work includes weekly insights into the latest developments that shape culture and society, and he has conducted interviews with notable figures like Issa Rae and Rick Ross. His analysis and commentary have been featured in major publications such as The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and CNBC.12

Runcie holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Finance from Quinnipiac University and an MBA from the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business. His background combines a passion for hip-hop with a strong business acumen, leading him to create a platform that provides in-depth strategic breakdowns of the music industry, which he felt was underrepresented.12

Highlights

Sep 26 · Forbes
How Roc Nation Made The Super Bowl Halftime Show More Inclusive - Forbes
How Roc Nation Made The Super Bowl Halftime Show More Inclusive - Forbes
Sep 1 · The Hustle
💉 ‘Brotox’ is just the beginning - The Hustle
💉 ‘Brotox’ is just the beginning - The Hustle

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Experience

Founder at Trapital (March 2018 - Present)

Education

MBA in Business Administration from University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business (2012 - 2014); B.S. (Cum Laude) in Marketing, Finance from Quinnipiac University (2005 - 2009)

Location

San Francisco, California, United States