NEW YORK CITY, USA // Damien Escobar is a trailblazing creative executive, visionary marketer, and pioneering violinist who has redefined what it means to lead through sound. As Global Chief Music Officer at Havas and CEO of Art of Sound, the first sonic marketing agency embedded within a major holding company, he is reshaping how brands use music to connect, inspire, and move culture. His journey in marketing began at Arnold Worldwide, where he identified a critical gap: sound was underutilized in brand strategy. Working across the Havas network, he used music to drive emotional storytelling and unlock key business wins. That momentum led to a global leadership role and the launch of Art of Sound, which he quickly scaled—partnering with innovative brands across categories from beauty to tech to retail. Escobar’s pioneering spirit was forged long before the boardroom.

As one of the most impactful violinists of his generation, he has spent over two decades breaking barriers and blending genres, fusing classical with hip-hop and R&B, topping Billboard charts, selling out international tours, and inspiring millions. A two-time Emmy Award winner, he carved out a lane entirely his own and proved that creative excellence has no boundaries. Today, he brings that same innovative mindset into marketing, helping brands build sonic identities that resonate in an increasingly sound-on, social-first world. He continues to balance executive leadership with his passion for music, releasing albums and touring worldwide while driving the evolution of sound in advertising. Escobar is a Cannes Lions juror, global speaker, and mentor committed to expanding access for underrepresented voices across both music and marketing. Whether on stage or in strategy sessions, he is not just leading—he is transforming the industry.