Tinashe Chaponda

Tinashe "The Mayor" Chaponda is a dynamic entrepreneur and marketing professional, currently serving as the Founder and CEO of SOSANI Studios, a talent, entertainment, and sports marketing firm focused on storytelling through influencer campaigns since March 2020. In addition, Tinashe works as an Advisor at PRJTZ Creator Company, supporting brand strategy for Khaby Lame, the world's top TikToker, and is a contributor to Ad Age's The List - Generation Next 2022. Previously, Tinashe held the position of Chief Marketing Officer at Innovative Media Group, LLC, where significant revenue growth and operational enhancements were achieved. Tinashe is also recognized for building a successful personal brand on YouTube, culminating in over 25,000 subscribers, and has an academic background from Western Michigan University. Additionally, Tinashe has involved oneself in various roles, including internships at Goldman Sachs, Stryker, and Bronson Healthcare, as well as founding FOCUS Kalamazoo, dedicated to volunteerism and education.