
Duane Kennedy
Cross-cultural growth strategist and founder
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Durham, North Carolina
161 connections
Joined May 2026
Summary
Cross‑cultural growth strategist focused on China and international market entry. buzzsprout+2
Serial entrepreneur with roots in music and media who founded and led companies across entertainment, consulting, and energy sectors. adage
Builder of youth and urban lifestyle brands and platforms, leveraging hip‑hop culture to connect brands with younger audiences. adage+1
Public media presence and speaker — frequent podcast guest and interview subject discussing market strategy and cross‑cultural business development. buzzsprout+2
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Education
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Engagement with hip‑hop music and urban culture. adage+1
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