Rocky Bucano

CEO of The Hip Hop Museum

Rocky Bucano is the Executive Director and a Board Trustee at the Universal Hip Hop Museum, a position he has held since January 2013. He is also the CEO of The Hip Hop Museum, which is recognized for its contributions to cultural arts and the preservation of hip hop history. Bucano has extensive experience in the entertainment and educational sectors, having previously served as the Chairman of the Board for the museum from January 2014 to July 2017.

His professional background includes roles in various organizations, such as the Teamwork Foundation and Fuse Television Networks, where he held senior positions. Bucano has a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from the College of New Rochelle and an MBA in Technology Management from the University of Phoenix.

In addition to his executive roles, Bucano has been involved in community service and educational initiatives, focusing on guiding families through their educational journeys. His work reflects a commitment to both the hip hop culture and community development.1

Experience

CEO of The Hip Hop Museum

- **Executive Director - Board of Trustee** at **Universal Hip Hop Museum** from **January 2013 - Present** - **Chairman of the Board** at **Universal Hip Hop Museum** from **January 2014 - July 2017** - **Financial Services Professional** at **First Financial Resources** from **September 2012 - October 2015** - **Executive Director** at **Teamwork Foundation, Inc./New York Gauchos** from **2007 - February 2014** - **Owner** at **Bucano Brand Development Agency** from **January 2004 - January 2012** - **Senior VOD/iTV Consultant** at **Fuse Television Networks** from **October 2002 - August 2007** - **Product Management - iTV Business Development** at **Cablevision** from **January 1999 - October 2002** - **President** at **3rd Rail Entertainment** from **January 1990 - September 1997** - **Executive Vice President / General Manager** at **New Jack Swing Productions** from **1993 - 1995** - **Executive Vice President & General Manager** at **Rowdy Records** from **July 1992 - December 1993**

Education

- **MBA in Technology Management** from **University of Phoenix** (1998 - 2001) - **B.A. in Communications** from **College Of New Rochelle** (1993 - 1997)