From signing breakthrough talent to guiding major label projects, Shawn brings real-world A&R and strategy to artists ready for the next step. As co-founder of EZMNY with Ty Dolla $ign and a former A&R lead at Atlantic, Motown, and EMPIRE, Shawn blends ear-to-the-street discovery with executive-level execution. He originally signed Ty Dolla $ign to Atlantic in 2012, later co-launching EZMNY; and has contributed A&R leadership to headline releases like Offset’s Set It Off, Love Records (Diddy), and Migos’ Culture III. Recognized by Billboard’s Executive Impact award, Shawn is known for discovering and developing artists such as his newest discovery and signing, Leon Thomas.