Business

Meet Ronnie Flynn: From Executive Producer to Founder of a Global Streaming Service

Published

4 years ago

March 25, 2021

For most entrepreneurs, the path to stability or a formal business usually comes with trial and error. It involves going through different business ideas and even careers until finally landing on a project that is “just right,” a passion project. Founder of Vuuzle Ronnie Flynn, while he still maintains his interest in being an executive producer, has been devoted to building his company into a premiere streaming service.

Becoming an Executive Producer

Flynn started his career playing football but eventually moved into financing film projects. “Thanks to God, I was multi-talented and had many choices in my life. I eventually started traveling the world financing projects all over Europe and in Asia. I was always fascinated with film and television and knew that I should be working in the industry. In the 90s, I became an actor and became part of the Screen Actors Guild. I also received my SAG signatory status as executive producer in 1997.”

Financing Films

One project he worked on financing is the film, Shriek If You Know What I Did Last Friday the 13th. “The first Movie I financed was “Shriek, if you know what I did last Friday the 13th for Lions Gate”. This film was released and premiered in February 2001. The film was directed by John Blanchard, starring Tiffany Amber Thiessen and Tom Arnold. I financed this film with Robert Shaw from Dragon Entertainment and Jeffree Phillips from Philynn Productions. I sold my points in this film and did not receive credits as an executive producer because I left the country to produce more films and simply sold my interest. The second film I financed was “Trials of Life” for Philynn Productions, where I also played Ren’s father. This film starred Lynn Moody, Thyme Lewis, and Marta Dubois.”

Starting Vuuzle Media Corp.

With the skills he has garnered, he has set up an award-winning company in Vuuzle Media Corp. “I have a skill set that perfectly fits what I am doing today. I used my skills gained over the last 35 years to finance Vuuzle Media Corp, Hired Vuuzle TV CTO prophecy Onassis while becoming the executive producer for film and television, all while running several divisions of the company all over the world. In 2020 I took a personal risk to start Vuuzle Studios in Dubai, which has turned out to be part of what makes Vuuzle TV unique from other platforms. I also head up the graphic and marketing departments globally for the company as we push out new promotional items for Vuuzle TV and our Music label VUMU Music.”

Flynn is now working on making Vuuzle a global company. He has established connections with companies such as Roku and Smaato in hopes of setting Vuuzle aside from the competition in the streaming industry.

Business

Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke: A New Approach to Fine Real Estate

Published

1 week ago

December 16, 2024

Matthew Wiles

Photo credit: Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke.

Byline: Andi Stark

Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke, a real estate platform operating across Hawaii, is rewriting how properties are bought and sold in the region. Unlike larger firms reliant on public listings and mass marketing, Private Listings’ strategy prioritizes personalization, privacy, and meticulous curation of ultra-high-end, off-market properties, including oceanfront estates, gated community residences, and architectural masterpieces.

Harold Clarke, founder of Private Listings, describes their method as one that rejects “cookie-cutter solutions in favor of understanding the nuances of both buyers and sellers.” This approach has resonated with ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) seeking refined and discreet real estate transactions.

The Hawaiian real estate market remains a hub for global investors, with the median price for a single-family home in the state reaching $900,000 in 2024, according to the Hawaii Association of Realtors. Within this competitive landscape, Private Listings is building up to be a trusted name for properties that extend beyond luxury into generational investments.

Challenging the Industry Norms

Private Listings deliberately avoids the conventions of large-scale real estate firms. By focusing on fewer, higher-value properties, the company ensures that each transaction is treated with the same level of care and confidentiality.

Public listing platforms, while effective for broader markets, often expose sellers to unnecessary attention or unqualified inquiries. For Clarke, this model is misaligned with the needs of UHNWIs. “Privacy isn’t a luxury for our clients—it’s a necessity,” Clarke explains.

This philosophy has led Private Listings to handle some of Hawaii’s most significant real estate transactions, including off-market properties valued at over $40 million. Its success is not measured by the volume of listings but by the depth of trust built with clients, many of whom return for subsequent transactions.

Adapting to Changing Client Demands

While Private Listings maintains a foundation of traditional practices, the firm also recognizes the evolving needs of its clientele. The global real estate market is increasingly influenced by concerns over digital security, with a 15% rise in data breaches targeting high-net-worth individuals in the past three years, according to cybersecurity firm NortonLifeLock.

To address these risks, Private Listings employs rigorous screening for potential buyers and uses secure platforms for communication and transactions. The firm’s “by invitation only” model ensures that clients remain protected from the pitfalls of public exposure. Clarke notes, “Our goal is not just to sell homes but to create an environment where clients feel safe and confident during every step of the process.”

The Human Element in Real Estate Transactions

Despite advancements in technology, Private Listings firmly believes that real estate transactions cannot be reduced to algorithms or automation. Unlike firms that depend heavily on online data aggregation, Private Listings emphasizes human connection and insight.

The company’s sales strategy integrates personalized client interactions, in-depth market analysis, and years of experience navigating Hawaii’s unique real estate ecosystem. Clarke’s background in managing family assets and his global perspective is significant in shaping this essence.

Future Directions for Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke

As Hawaii continues to attract global attention, Private Listings aims to expand its influence within the state while maintaining its core principles. The company is currently developing a new platform to streamline services for UHNWIs, blending their demand for discretion with seamless access to Hawaii’s finest off-market properties.

Additionally, Private Listings is strengthening its ties with local communities, recognizing that sustainable growth benefits both the company and the islands’ ecosystems.

Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke has set itself apart in Hawaii’s real estate scene by moving away from the typical mass-market approach. Through a mix of traditional values and modern sensibilities, the firm continues to define what it means to transact ultra-high-value properties with integrity and care.