DBT40 Honoree: Jeremy Hebbel of Gable Music Ventures
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AGE: 34
TITLE: Co-founder, Chief Operating Officer
COMPANY: Gable Music Ventures
WORKS IN: Wilmington
What the nominator said:
“Jeremy successfully co-founded Gable Music Ventures six years ago and, through his tenacity and vision, the company has achieved a premier status of providing quality musicians in the Wilmington area.
Together with his partner, Gayle Dillman, Gable created The Ladybug Festival, an event that celebrates women in music. Ladybug brings into Wilmington some of the best independent female musicians under Jeremy’s direction, and his ability to coordinate this event is an amazing example of his dedication to the city and the revitalization of the downtown area through music. Additionally, Jeremy is a Big Brother and gives back to the community through his work with his little brother and by providing opportunities for emerging artists.”
Social media platform you can’t live without:
“Facebook, although I really would love to live without it.”
Biggest break:
“While working at Accent Music, I offered to lend one of my guitars to a customer while hers would be out for repairs. That customer turned into one of my best friends and my business partner.”
Two words that best describe you:
Happy and creative.
Work/life balance technique you recommend:
“I’m terrible at this and could use recommendations!”
Your advice for the next generation:
“Find a way to make your passions into your career.”
In one sentence, define success:
“For me, it’s being excited to wake up every morning.”