Harold Chino Chisolm, professionally known as CEO Self, is an American rapper, songwriter, producer, podcast host, record executive and businessman hailing from New Haven, Connecticut. Starting off his career in the music industry as a promoter for Funk Flex in the 90s, Ceo Self has successfully navigated his way through the ins and outs of the commercial and independent music space. Signed to Def Jam in 2002 and then Warner Chappell by way of Black Baby Inc. in 2004, as songwriter and producer, Ceo used this time to study and soak up information on how the music industry truly works. In 2009, Ceo used this knowledge and added “publisher” to his repertoire when he opened Reign Forever Group Music Publishing.
Publishing notable works such as, “Racks” by YC & Future , as well as, “Love Yours” by J. Cole. In his time as a publisher, Ceo added a Triple Platinum plaque, a Gold plaque and a SESAC Performance Award to his trophy case, while also securing music placements on major tv networks like Showtime and ESPN. All the accomplishments aside, Ceo just loves to get to work. Ceo Self is also an active Artist Development Specialist, pushing and nurturing artist into making the best product for the consumer, while still encouraging artists to make their music the art they envisioned. Ceo’s capability to work behind the scenes has led him to other positions in the music industry as Marketing Director for Super Producer Bangladesh and Marketing Liaison for Def Jam. His most recent enterprise is the independent music resource agency and record label, Reign Forever Music Group. Ceo Self’s vision is to expand his reach to a global market with a timeless product that will carry a sound that will reign forever.
CEO'S ENDEAVORS
REIGN FOREVER MUSIC GROUP
- Full-service company that supports a diverse roster of talent via music publishing, production, digital marketing, influencer management, and beyond.
- Our goal is to even the playing field by inspiring, equipping, and educating independent musicians worldwide.
15 Artists/Producers Signed Online Course in Building Process
EFF IT! I’LL DO IT MYSELF PODCAST
- CEO SELF speaks on his experience in the industry as music publisher, producer, writer and an independent artist. While sharing about run-ins with celebrities, stories from his past in the music industry and guidance for independent artists to navigate the business aspect accompanied with making music.
9 Episodes, so far
OPERATION EMPOWERMENT
- Operation Empowerment is a non-profit organization that focus on community-wide aid and enhance to children and families in the Atlanta-metro area.
- Reign Forever Music Group decided to partner with Operation Empowerment to better execute our plans to stay “Community First”. Since our conception we’ve been devoted to empowering individuals with the tools needed to “BECOME”!
CEO'S Accomplishments
2004: Partnered with Michael Bolton, forming non-profit youth program entitled, Expression Compilation, for the underserved youth of New Haven Connecticut
2005: Signed to Warner Chappell (Songwriter & Producer) 2008: Vocally Arranged “Be Without You” by Mary J. Blige 2008: Started Reign Forever Group Music Publishing
2010-11: Marketed & Published, Racks by YC Worldwide (feat. Future) 2012: VC of Big Play Entertainment (secured $40,000 in lost royalties 2013: Developed The Jade Wilson brand and created the Don’t Give Up Anti-Bullying Campaign increasing the social proof of this artist by 200% as well as negotiated her a record deal with Roc Nation and Bangladesh Music Group
2013: Received First Gold Plaque for Racks by YC Worldwide (feat. Future)
2013: Started Reign Forever Music Group
2014: Guest lecturer at SAE Institute of Technology – “ The Mind of the Independent Music Entrepreneur”
2015: Served as marketing director for super producer Bangladesh and functioned as the liaison between his label and Def Jam for his JV deal with artist Brenda Mada.
2015: Developed young super star Briana Raquel and structured a deal with Nickelodeon. She went on to be featured on several TV shows such as Criminal Minds, General Hospital, and Seals
2016: Received Grammy Nomination for “Best Rap Album” entitled 2014 Forest Hills Drive by J.Cole
2017: Received Pop Award from SESAC for Best Performance of a Pop Song entitled “Love Yours” by J.Cole
2018: Received Triple Platinum Plaque for publishing hit single by J.Cole entitled “Love Yours”