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Episode 35: Venture Virtuoso: Jon Cheney's Business-Music Balancing Act

Episode 35: Venture Virtuoso: Jon Cheney's Business-Music Balancing Act

FromSuccessful Musicians


Episode 35: Venture Virtuoso: Jon Cheney's Business-Music Balancing Act

FromSuccessful Musicians

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Length:
46 minutes
Released:
May 30, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Jon Cheney is a multifaceted entrepreneur, composer, and adventurer. He is the founder and CEO of **Velocity Access**, an augmented reality platform that helps businesses create immersive experiences for their customers. He is also an angel investor, a student of the metaverse and Web3, and a lover of all things outdoors. He has a passion for whitewater kayaking and has explored rivers around the world².
Jon Cheney started playing piano at the age of three and composing his own music at 15. He has published seven albums of original piano music and sells piano books, sheet music, and CDs on his official website. He dreams of composing a soundtrack for a motion picture someday.
Jon Cheney graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in Chinese and business. He speaks fluent Spanish and Chinese, having lived in Paraguay and Taiwan for several years. He has worked in the education tech sector before launching his own startups.

What You’ll Learn
In this episode, let us discover how Jon Cheney’s experiences in business influenced his approach to music, and vice versa, as we unravel the interconnectedness of his creative and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Let us also uncover why Jon Cheney writes music.

Things We Discussed
BYU stands for Brigham Young University. It is a private research university located in Provo, Utah, United States. The university is owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), which plays a significant role in the university's culture and values.
BYU is recognized for its high standards of education and is often ranked among the top universities in the United States. It also has a vibrant campus community with numerous extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and organizations.

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Released:
May 30, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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