Eva Ries is a German Music Manager, Author and Psychological Counsellor who became particularly well known for her long-standing collaboration with the legendary hip hop collective Wu-Tang Clan. As marketing manager, she played a key role in shaping the rise of the legendary hip hop collective – from underground phenomenon... Read more
Eva Ries is a German Music Manager, Author and Psychological Counsellor who became particularly well known for her long-standing collaboration with the legendary hip hop collective Wu-Tang Clan.
As marketing manager, she played a key role in shaping the rise of the legendary hip hop collective – from underground phenomenon to global cult brand.
Eva Ries began her career at major labels such as Geffen, RCA and Sony. As a German woman and career changer, she asserted herself in a tough, male-dominated industry – and in the process developed resilient leadership and communication skills.
Her life story is an example of an unusual, courageous path between the international music business, intercultural management and social engagement.
In her keynotes, Eva Ries combines entertaining insights into the world of hip-hop with brutally honest business experiences. She speaks at companies, leadership formats and events about team dynamics, power structures, cultural change and the power of authentic brands in a radical industry.
‘Only by standing your ground, not giving in, but acting with the same means as them, can you gain the necessary respect.’ – Eva Ries
What makes hip-hop the most influential cultural phenomenon of our time? How does the international music business work beyond the charts and glamour? Eva Ries talks first-hand about her work with artists such as the Wu-Tang Clan and Nas. She sheds light on the mechanisms of the industry, the development...
How do you motivate people, especially artists? This lecture is about self-efficacy, creative visions and perseverance. Eva Ries talks about courageous decisions, failure and perseverance – and why the path away from the norm is often the more honest one.
Sexism, abuse of power and structural barriers – the entertainment industry is a microcosm of many challenges faced by women worldwide. Eva Ries provides deep insights into her experiences as a woman in the US hip-hop business, talks about boundaries and transgressions – and shows how empowerment can be lived...
Eva Ries brings with her in-depth knowledge of the psychological development of children and young people, educational inequality and resilience building. She talks about learning disabilities, mental barriers, cultural differences in the US and German education systems, and how students still find their way – between high school, college and...
Eva Ries lived in the USA for more than 25 years – and then returned to Germany. She knows both worlds, both ways of thinking and the cultural friction between them. This lecture is about migration, lifestyle, integration, reverse culture shock, mental adjustment and how to stay true to yourself...