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Live Nation Hires Alicia Zhu as Creator Nation's Coo
Live Nation-backed Creator Nation appoints ex-Shamrock exec Alicia Zhu as COO to lead M&A and creator business growth.
In brief
Live Nation-backed Creator Nation appoints ex-Shamrock exec Alicia Zhu as COO to lead M&A and creator business growth. Creator Nation, backed by Live Nation, hired Alicia Zhu as COO to oversee M&A and creator-focused business expansion after her seven years at Shamrock Capital. Originally reported by Music Business…
Creator Nation Appoints New COO
Creator Nation has appointed Alicia Zhu as its Chief Operating Officer effective Monday November 9, 2026.
Zhu Joins from Shamrock Capital
Zhu brings seven years of experience at Shamrock Capital focusing on creator economy investments and marketing services.
Zhu's Background
Before Shamrock, Zhu worked in corporate strategy at The Walt Disney Company focusing on M&A and strategic initiatives.
Creator Nation's Strategy
Creator Nation will support creators across content, commerce, brand partnerships, and live experiences with Live Nation as capital partner.
First Acquisitions Expected
Creator Nation plans to buy and grow creator-management firms with first acquisitions expected in the coming months.
Live Nation's Support
Live Nation acquired stakes in creator-management firms Timeline Management and Select Management Group, both with significant creator followings.
The one thing
Creator Nation, backed by Live Nation, hired Alicia Zhu as COO to oversee M&A and creator-focused business expansion after her seven years at Shamrock Capital.
