COLUMBIA, TN, May 23, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Kyle King has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. King has built a distinguished career in the media and music industries as an expert in sales and business development. Since 2024, he has served as the director of sales at Z Media Ventures, a video and film production company. In this role, he oversees the entire sales process, from prospecting to closing deals, while also acting as an account manager to ensure seamless communication between clients and the production team. Mr. King's daily responsibilities include maintaining a robust database of prospects and engaging with nonprofits and corporations to understand their marketing and branding needs.
Before joining Z Media Ventures, Mr. King led K King Consulting from 2018 to 2024, providing independent sales consulting and business development services in media sales, music licensing, marketing strategy and publishing administration. Concurrently, he worked full-time at Warner Bros. Discovery's Global Music Services division between 2018 and 2023, where he specialized in data analytics, metadata development and remittance processes supporting their expansive digital music systems.
From 2016 to 2018, Mr. King served as the director of business development at Bill Young Productions-BYP Extreme, driving revenue growth through corporate video, live events and digital signage solutions across the Southeast and Houston markets. Prior to that, he was the general manager of United Metro Media between 2014 and 2016, overseeing B2B advertising operations, P&L management and the development of new verticals in digital and broadcast media. Earlier, as the vice president of sales at Gari Media Group, Mr. King led a national team delivering integrated music branding and licensing solutions to television broadcasters and agencies.
Mr. King's media sales career began in 1991 at Dallas- based FirstCom Music (now Universal Music), where he excelled as Regional Mgr. and later National Sales Mgr. until 1997. During his tenure, he was recognized as the top producer for four consecutive years due to his contributions to music licensing for television and film. Mr. King's innovative approach led him to Nashville, where in 1998 he established operations for new business development with 615 Music (now Warner Chappell Music) that garnered national recognition and awards from ProMax for outstanding music projects.
A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Mr. King holds a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism and communications, which he earned in 1979. Beyond his academic background, he attributes his success to resilience and adaptability, qualities that have enabled him to navigate career challenges. Mr. King believes continued learning, thinking outside the box and embracing change have been essential to sustaining his professional growth.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Mr. King is actively engaged in civic and philanthropic efforts. He supports organizations such as Tunnel To Towers, Operation Stand Down and Still Serving Veterans and mentors disadvantaged youths, driven by a deep desire to give back and empower those striving to make a positive difference. He remains involved with his church and works closely with nonprofits, helping them craft impactful media that communicates their mission effectively and drives engagement. Mr. King takes great pride in using his expertise to support young individuals, veterans and mission-driven organizations, emphasizing resilience and creative communication as pathways to success.
Outside his career, Mr. King enjoys attending sporting events, cycling, traveling and hiking. He is also deeply committed to lifelong learning and personal growth, always seeking new ways to expand his skills and knowledge. Passionate about mentorship, he dedicates much of his time to helping the next generation of leaders and change-makers succeed. As he continues his journey with Z Media Ventures, Mr. King remains focused on giving back, fostering resilience and driving meaningful change.
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