Frank Ford
CEO | 5280 Ventures, Inc.
Frank Ford is the CEO/Co-Founder of 52Eigthy Distro “52Eighty”. Frank is a sports and music business executive who has ventured into the music and entertainment space and leverages his expertise in branding, marketing, and strategic partnerships across industries. He has used his knowledge of audience engagement and sponsorship deals from the sports world, where he has relationships with nearly every team in the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB along with the leagues to create synergies and collaborations within the music and entertainment sectors. This involves endorsing artists or events, securing sponsorships for concerts and festivals, hosting/promoting live concerts/festivals and exploring opportunities for cross-promotion and co-branding initiatives. By diversifying the 52Eighty portfolio, they are maximizing their reach and impact while tapping into different demographics and revenue streams.
Frank is also the founder of 5280 Ventures, Inc “5280” which is a music and technology venture/angel seed capital firm specializing in investing in startups and companies operating at the intersection of these two industries. We identify and fund innovative ventures that leverage technology to disrupt and enhance experiences in music and entertainment. This also involves investing in companies developing cutting-edge music analytics platforms, immersive live music experiences, digital ticketing solutions, virtual reality content and streaming platforms for live events. By focusing on these interconnected sectors, 5280 aims to capitalize on emerging trends and drive innovation while providing strategic guidance and support to our portfolio companies to help them scale and succeed in the market.
