Founder, Percussionist
Current City: Miami
Current Job and Entrepreneurial Focus: Co-founder of OpenSeed
Notable Prior Jobs: Co-founder Ecoist. Head of Business Dev - Local Measure
When I Started Performing: 1998
Performing Arts Background:
Jonathan Marcoschamer lives at the intersection of design, wellness, technology, and music. As a musician and entrepreneur, he weaves his passions to birth projects that aim to inspire and leave a positive impact on others.
Jonathan has over 20 years of experience working in the start-up ecosystem as an analyst, consultant, executive, and entrepreneur. He has co-founded multiple companies including Ecoist, an eco- friendly accessory brand, Rock50, a fitness concept backed by Zumba, and WhereMindsCreate, an interactive marketing agency. He's been interviewed on CNN, Fox Business News, Sundance Channel, and Univision.
As an artist, Jonathan is a percussionist, live soundscape performer, and music producer that uses acoustic and electronic instruments like handpans, samplers, synths to create music that’s influenced by a wide variety of genres and artists West African drumming, Funk, Latin Jazz, Indian, and Middle Eastern music. He has recently collaborated with Deepak Chopra to release a collection of meditations.
How did your performing arts background supercharge your entrepreneurship?
My background in performing arts has been a transformative force in my entrepreneurial journey, infusing it with creativity, and adaptability. The discipline and perseverance required in the performing arts have sharpened my problem-solving skills and resilience, essential traits for navigating the unpredictable landscape of entrepreneurship. My experience on stage has honed my ability to captivate an audience, which translates into effective pitching and networking. Moreover, the collaborative nature of performing arts has strengthened my teamwork and leadership skills, enabling me to build and inspire dynamic teams. Overall, the artistry and agility cultivated through my performing arts background have supercharged my entrepreneurial endeavors, driving innovation and compelling engagement in my ventures.
Favorite Performer: Ben Harper, Zakir Hussein, Lenny Kravitz, U2, etc.
Follow this Performer-Entrepreneur:
Instagram – @yonimarcos @theopenseed
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanmarcos/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/theopenseed/
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