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tom flanagan
Managing Director
Tom Flanagan is a versatile entrepreneur and media executive who is the founder of Irish Boy Ventures. Here's a comprehensive overview of his career and achievements:
Professional Background
Tom Flanagan has established a reputation for leadership in various aspects of the media and entertainment industry. His expertise spans account management, strategy, production, innovation, and creative direction.3
Career Highlights::
- Founder of Irish Boy Ventures, a holding company that partners with and invests in media and entertainment companies.2
- Former executive at Leo Burnett, a leading global advertising agency, where he:
- Ran Leo Burnett New York
- Helped open offices in Los Angeles
- Oversaw global entertainment marketing, including music, fashion, and action sports1
Irish Boy Ventures
Irish Boy Ventures focuses on building media and entertainment properties in specific niches such as gaming, luxury automotive, and sports. The company employs a strategy called "stacking niches," which involves creating experiences around specific lifestyles to enhance fan engagement.1
Key Initiative:: The Kickback
- An educational and entertainment platform focused on gaming culture
- Hosts live events for students from HBCUs and high schools
- Aims to provide career opportunities in gaming while incorporating elements of hip-hop and sneaker culture1
Other Ventures and Achievements
Throughout his career, Tom has been involved in various creative and entrepreneurial endeavors:
- Worked on TV shows, commercials, and concerts
- Launched TV networks and gaming companies
- Created magazines and writes music
- Collaborated with Jackass crew members at MTV
- Worked with skaters from Berrics
- Helped rock stars climb mountains for cancer awareness
- Started a beer brand
- Won awards for a campaign involving Crocs shoes1
Tom Flanagan's diverse experience and innovative approach to media and entertainment have positioned him as a notable figure in the industry, known for his versatility and creative problem-solving skills.13
