HISHAM DAHUD
I THINK. I build. i create.
I help creative people and organizations navigate change.
Through strategy, education, and creative practice, I work with artists, universities, startups, and established organizations to turn ambitious ideas into meaningful work.
For nearly 20 years — I’ve operated at the intersection of music, technology, education, and entrepreneurship. Today, I divide my time between advising creative businesses, teaching Artist Entrepreneurship at UCLA Extension, and creating original work as a composer and electronic artist under the name RIŽIK.
Whether I’m helping shape a company’s direction, mentoring the next generation of creators, or building my own artistic projects, my goal is the same: helping great ideas become reality.
HOW I CONTRIBUTE
STRATEGY
Helping organizations clarify ideas, positioning, products, and long-term direction.
EDUCATION
Teaching artists and creative professionals how to build sustainable careers through university instruction, workshops, and mentorship.
CREATIVE PRACTICE
Working as a composer and artist keeps my advice grounded in the realities of creating, releasing, and performing original work… not just talking about it.
PARTNERSHIPS
Connecting artists, organizations, universities, and technology companies to create opportunities and lasting value.
CREATIVE LEADERSHIP
Bringing together strategy, storytelling, technology, and creative thinking to help people navigate an industry that’s constantly evolving.
AMAZING clients leAd to amazing projects
What people are saying.
“Hisham's expertise in digital strategy is only topped by his boundless love of music. In an industry rife with cynicism and burnout, I've never seen his enthusiasm and optimism waver. Always a delight to work with him.”
— Joshua Glazer, Los Angeles
“Hisham has tremendous knowledge of the music business and a modern approach TO MUSIC marketing.”
— Ali Samdpour, Washington D.C.
“I was treading water until Hisham gave me the direction I needed, both theoretically and practically. It was the full-contact approach I needed."
— Spencer Richard, Edmonton, AB, CA
“I'm a better professional because I had the opportunity to work with Hisham. He doesn't need to say much to accurately communicate what you need to hear. HE can change a life with a phrase.”
— Gabe Bo, São Paulo, Brazil
