Martin Ekechukwu

Chief Strategy Officer, A-Frame Brands

Martin has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the industry, such as Def Jam Recordings, Janet Jackson, Pepsi, Nike, and Meta.

As the Chief Strategy Officer at A-Frame Brands, Martin Ekechukwu oversees the brand, creative, corporate, sales, and partnership strategy for a portfolio of talent-led brands that cater to the underrepresented and underserved segments of the market. He has more than 10 years of experience in marketing, media, and partnerships, working with top-tier clients across various industries, such as music, entertainment, and consumer goods.

Martin is also a co-founder and chairman of WHTWRKS, a marketing company that connects brands with their target audiences through engaging content and experiential events. He has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the industry, such as Def Jam Recordings, Janet Jackson, Pepsi, Nike, and Meta. He is passionate about supporting entrepreneurs and brands to innovate and win, and creating products that are accessible and relevant for the shifting demographics in America. He holds an MBA from Duke University and a BS in Microbiology from the University of Arkansas.