About this episode
On this week’s episode of Silicon Valley Impact we speak with Kelli Richards: Founder, President & Chief Connections Officer of The All Access Group LLC; Ivan Linn, CEO of Wavv, and Filip Orth, Principal at ZAKA Venture Capital, and Head of North America at Cleevio.
Kelli is a recognized leader where Silicon Valley meets Hollywood. A longtime Apple executive overseeing music and entertainment, she has worked with top tech and media innovators, celebrities, and entrepreneurs to reimagine how content is created, monetized, and distributed. A strategist, visionary, and super-connector, Kelli thrives at the intersection of innovation and creativity—working on cool things with cool people.
As a certified executive coach and trusted advisor for nearly 25 years, she has guided visionary founders, creative leaders, and HNW individuals through pivotal transitions toward more meaningful and fulfilling next chapters. Her work blends business strategy with personal reinvention to help clients fine-tune their legacies.
A published thought leader, Kelli has authored books and articles in major outlets and is a frequent guest on podcasts and at events. She holds an MBA, two coaching certifications, and was named a Top 100 Woman of Influence by the Silicon Valley Business Journal. Learn more at kellirichards.com.
Ivan is a Taiwanese-American entrepreneur and CEO of Wavv, leading innovation at the crossroads of technology and entertainment. With deep expertise in generative AI, he’s transforming how audiences experience music, gaming, and digital content.
Under his leadership, Wavv has launched groundbreaking projects—including a gaming title that generated $35 million in its first year—and contributed to global franchises like Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts. Ivan also produced the Assassin’s Creed Symphony World Tour, merging live performance with interactive technology to redefine audience engagement.
His vision for Wavv centers on AI-driven platforms that empower creators, enhance fan connection, and modernize content distribution. Ivan’s work continues to shape the future of entertainment through innovation, interactivity, and impact.
Filip is Principal at ZAKA VC and Head of North America at Cleevio, where he leads the firm’s Silicon Valley office. He focuses on seed and pre-seed investments in biotech and life sciences, as well as deeptech with an emphasis on robotics and industrial technologies. Originally from Slovakia, Filip began his career in venture capital and tech sales before moving to Silicon Valley for his university studies, which sparked his passion for the VC industry and innovation ecosystem.
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