Franklin ‘Twizz’ David named President of Brand, Content and Partnerships in North America at Chocolate City

Nigeria-based Chocolate City Records has appointed Franklin ‘Twizz’ David as its new President of Brands, Content and Partnerships in North America.

Based in New York, David joins the company’s executive leadership team.

Chocolate City is home to the likes of Femi Kuti, the four-time Grammy Award-nominated son of pioneer Afrobeat Fela; hip-hop artist and record producer MI Abaga, Afro beats sensation Dice Ailes, Nosa, ClassiQ, Ruby Gyang and acts like Blaqbonez, C Kay and Street Billionaire.

Additionally, Chocolate City’s catalog includes artists such as Brymo, Ice Prince and Jesse Jagz.

Chocolate City co-operate with Warner Music Group in 2019. At the time, WMG said the partnership was aimed at “significantly growing the reach of African artists worldwide and will create new opportunities for global superstars.” demand in the region”.

David was tasked with amplifying the company’s brand, overseeing marketing campaigns and building strategic brand partnerships in the region.

Throughout his career, David has held positions in radio promotion, sync licensing, brand partnerships, sports marketing, original content, and international marketing.

David was most recently the Head of Talent Management for Unanimous Games, a New York-based gaming and esports company.

The moderator, who has over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry, has succeeded in the industry through managing the careers of artists, such as DJ Clue, while working on projects like Fabolous and Mariah Carey.

David also has experience in the sports industry, working with NFL players Dwight Freeney, Pierre Garcon and Amobi Okoye, as well as NBA athletes Carmelo Anthony, Baron Davis, Joakim Noah and Pascal Siakim.

“I am delighted and honored to have the opportunity to join such an established African entertainment company as Chocolate City.”

Franklin David

Franklin David, said: “I am delighted and honored to have the opportunity to join such an established African entertainment company as Chocolate City.

“The Label has brought us some of the best content from Africa, most recently Love Nwantiti by CKay.

“My goal is to ensure that songs like Dada by Young Jonn and Artists like Blaqbonez are amplified thoroughly through the right partnerships, collaborations and branding at Statesside.

“I am proud to work alongside an amazing forward-thinking executive team at Chocolate City and thank you for the opportunity to use my access and network to great African platforms like So we can compete with the best platforms in the world.”

“Having Twizz is really exciting for us as we look to expand our North American base and export our culture to the world.”

Abuchi Ugwu, Chocolate City

Abuchi Ugwu, CEO of Chocolate City, added: “Having Twizz is really exciting for us as we look to expand our base in North America and export our culture to the world. gender.

“The market remains an important territory in our growth plans as the world opens up more to Afrobeats and more different sounds coming from Africa.

“Twizz has a wealth of experience, great reputation, and great musical insight, all of which have been instrumental in realizing our global vision.”Worldwide music business