Evan Lai

Evan Lai is a seasoned Senior Business Development and Partnerships leader with over a decade of experience working with high-growth startups. With a strong focus on cultivating C-level relationships, closing deals, and driving revenue, Evan has a track record of delivering exceptional results. His achievements include launching the US Regional Office for MyMusicTaste, overseeing operations in North America and LATAM, recruiting and managing a team for concerts across 20+ cities, and securing brand partnership deals that significantly increased sponsorship revenue.

Evan's expertise extends to business expansion strategies, having spearheaded expansions into the EU, APAC, and the US through alliance partnerships, resulting in increased market share and growth. He is adept at creating and implementing programs to drive revenue growth, such as user loyalty initiatives, influencer incentive programs, and premium subscription packages. Evan stands out for surpassing revenue goals, achieving 160% of new revenue targets through strategic initiatives.

Evan's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Davis, and a Master of Science from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. With a rich history of leadership roles in various organizations, including being VP, Head of Business at AmazeVR, Regional GM of New Business USA at HYPERCONNECT, and Head of USA & LATAM at MyMusicTaste among others, Evan brings a diverse set of skills and experiences to the table.