Damon Dash

Damon Dash is best known for co-founding Roc-A-Fella Records with Jay-Z and Kareem.

Entrepreneur

May 3, 1971

Taurus

53

New York City, New York, United States

Damon Dash, an American entrepreneur, record executive, and film producer, rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s as the co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records alongside Jay-Z and Kareem. This record label launched the careers of several popular artists. Dash’s accomplishments include executive producing films such as “Paid in Full” and “State Property,” overseeing the production of Jay-Z’s “Fade to Black” concert film, and co-founding the successful clothing line Rocawear, which was later sold for millions.

Although Dash faced challenges in his personal and professional relationship with Jay-Z, leading to the sale of his portion of Rocawear, he remains a respected figure in the hip-hop industry and has been recognized for his entrepreneurial achievements. Some of his other notable works include directing and producing the film “Death of a Dynasty,” where he also made a brief appearance, and receiving the first Lifetime Achievement Award at the YES National Business Plan Challenge.

Despite setbacks, Damon Dash continues to make an impact in the hip-hop community through his various film, music, and entrepreneurial projects.