Krystal Yang

CEO / Co-founder at Ignite Tournaments

Krystal Yang has a wealth of work experience in the entertainment industry. Krystal began their career in 2007 as the CEO of EINSOF Marketing Group, Inc., where they were responsible for client acquisition and management, partner and asset management. Krystal also developed and led a global marketing campaign for X Japan's sold out 3-day reunion at the Tokyo Dome. In 2007, they also served as the Director of Marketing and Administration for Jrock Revolution. In 2013, they became the Consulting CMO for Crosslight Global Entertainment, where they handled their global marketing strategy and global business development. In 2014, they became the Partner and COO of SIVA Group, an event marketing, tour management and production, and concert promotion company, leading all company operations and business development. That same year, they also became the Business Manager - Asia for Rock Shop Music Group. In 2019, they became the Chief Executive Officer of SE Gaming Inc., an esports event management and consulting company. Most recently, in 2021, they became the CEO/Co-founder of Ignite Tournaments.

Krystal Yang completed their Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in English Literature from Brown University between 2010 and 2013. Krystal then obtained a Certification in Marketing/Marketing Management, General from New York University in 2014. Prior to that, they received their Bachelors in English Literature (Honors) from Baruch College between 2003 and 2008.

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  • CEO / Co-founder

    February 1, 2021 - present