Mike Amoia's rise to success is the epitome of a self-made journey. Starting from humble beginnings, Mike's career began as a young music producer at just 22. He took on freelance assistant editing roles at MTV, VH1 and Sony Studios, working tirelessly through night shifts loading tapes and prepping footage. His dedication and hard work paid off, allowing him to climb the ranks to become a sought-after freelance editor, contributing to major projects for MTV, VH1, Sony Studios, and Comedy Central’s Chappelle's Show. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found Vidiots in 2003, which grew from a postproduction facility into a prominent production company.Mike Amoia's journey in the entertainment industry is a testament to relentless innovation and boundless creativity. In 2015, he co-founded MIBE Music, a publishing powerhouse with over 100,000 music cues, featuring credits on high-profile projects such as Beyoncé’s Pepsi commercial, CBS sports, and the NBA Finals opener for ESPN. Mike further solidified his influence in the industry with the launch of Switchblade Entertainment Group in 2016, producing acclaimed content for Discovery Channel, CBS, ESPN, and more.Beyond the realm of music and production, Mike has successfully ventured into health and wellness, investing in Rumble Boxing, which quickly garnered significant attention from Equinox. His diverse investment portfolio spans various sectors, including men’s activewear brand Rhone, organic wine-based spritzer Ramona, Stillhouse liquor, and Van Leeuwen vegan ice cream. In 2019, Mike joined a New York-based film and media fund, playing a pivotal role in investment decisions for music and publishing rights. His innovative continued with the launch of an exciting new company called Indelible, merging tattoo culture with the NFT world. Mike's dedication and achievements have been recognized with multiple Emmy AwardsRecord, showcasing his profound impact on the entertainment industry and beyond.Oh and did I forget to mention he has a spot in the Guinness world records for having ht most insect tattoos on him! Right now he’s got over 860 and counting!! And he doesn’t like bugs! By the end of this episode, you’ll have a newfound appreciation for Mike Amoia’s contributions and the exciting projects he’s spearheading. Don’t miss this deep dive into the life of a true industry trailblazer!Check out Mike's new company called INDELIBLE!https://indelible.live/Mike's instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aiomaekim/REPPIN SERIES LINK: campsite.bio/reppinpodcastReppin website: www.Reppin.tvBuy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/reppinGram: https://www.instagram.com/reppin_podcast/Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@Reppinpodc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices