Full Name
Ivan Linn
Title
CEO & Founder
Company
Wavv
Bio
Ivan Linn is the founder and CEO of Wavv, a company at the forefront of music AI innovation. As a Taiwanese-American entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the technology, entertainment, and video game industries, Ivan has played a pivotal role in integrating music with cutting-edge technology. His first startup was related to video games, which achieved significant commercial success, generating tens of millions of dollars in revenue in its second year. He has led major projects, including the Assassin’s Creed Symphony World Tour and video game franchises like Kingdom Hearts and Final Fantasy. A graduate of Yale University, Ivan is also a member of prestigious organizations such as the UNESCO Cultural Committee and the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS).
At Wavv, Ivan is known for his forward-thinking approach to business strategy and technology management. He is responsible for guiding the company’s overall direction and managing daily operations, ensuring that Wavv remains a leader in AI-driven music innovation. His deep understanding of both music and technology, coupled with his commitment to continuous innovation, has positioned Wavv as a dominant force in the evolving music AI industry.
Beyond his role at Wavv, Ivan has held key positions in various entertainment companies, including General Manager of SR Entertainment and Executive Director of Goldstones Entertainment. His work spans collaborations with industry giants like Sony Entertainment, Warner Bros., Universal Music Group, and Disney.
Before founding Wavv, Ivan founded and led Folkspaper, an open media platform where every user could post news under cybersecurity authentication. At its peak, Folkspaper had 50 million users. Notably, the platform played a crucial role in bringing out real social news stories, such as those related to George Floyd, which mainstream news channels had not reported. Folkspaper frequently created top-ranked content on Reddit.
Among his many accomplishments, Assassin’s Creed won a Grammy Award in 2023. He has also received accolades such as the first prize at the International Edvard Grieg Piano Competition and the Golden Horse Award for Best Original Film Score. These achievements highlight his dedication to excellence and his influence across multiple industries.
Under Ivan’s leadership, Wavv continues to drive technological advancements in music AI, setting new industry standards and positioning the company for future success.
At Wavv, Ivan is known for his forward-thinking approach to business strategy and technology management. He is responsible for guiding the company’s overall direction and managing daily operations, ensuring that Wavv remains a leader in AI-driven music innovation. His deep understanding of both music and technology, coupled with his commitment to continuous innovation, has positioned Wavv as a dominant force in the evolving music AI industry.
Beyond his role at Wavv, Ivan has held key positions in various entertainment companies, including General Manager of SR Entertainment and Executive Director of Goldstones Entertainment. His work spans collaborations with industry giants like Sony Entertainment, Warner Bros., Universal Music Group, and Disney.
Before founding Wavv, Ivan founded and led Folkspaper, an open media platform where every user could post news under cybersecurity authentication. At its peak, Folkspaper had 50 million users. Notably, the platform played a crucial role in bringing out real social news stories, such as those related to George Floyd, which mainstream news channels had not reported. Folkspaper frequently created top-ranked content on Reddit.
Among his many accomplishments, Assassin’s Creed won a Grammy Award in 2023. He has also received accolades such as the first prize at the International Edvard Grieg Piano Competition and the Golden Horse Award for Best Original Film Score. These achievements highlight his dedication to excellence and his influence across multiple industries.
Under Ivan’s leadership, Wavv continues to drive technological advancements in music AI, setting new industry standards and positioning the company for future success.
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