Team
MEET THE FOUNDER
Gabriel Blinder
Founder & CEO
Gabriel Blinder
Founder & CEO
Gabriel Blinder, CEO of Critical Sports and Entertainment, has always stood out as an astute entrepreneur. He attended New York Law School, earning his Juris Doctor degree and a specialized certification in Intellectual Property Law. Gabriel’s passion for law and the entertainment industry intersected in a powerful way, culminating in the creation of Critical Sports and Entertainment. Today, thanks to Gabriel’s robust knowledge of the law and spirited leadership, Critical will become a significant industry player.
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Partners
Ray Luv
Partner/Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships
Ray Luv
Partner/Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships
Mr. Ray Luv Tyson is best known for his contributions to the Bay Area hip hop scene in the mid-1990s, which included his work alongside famous artists such as Tupac, Mac Dre, Mac Mall, and others. With his integral knowledge of the entertainment industry, as well as his strong connections and insights, Ray will help the clients of Critical achieve the greatest heights of their careers.
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Cleetis Mack
Partner/Senior Director of Advisement
Cleetis Mack
Partner/Senior Director of Advisement
Mr. Cleetis Mack is an American rapper from Oakland, California. He was a member of Digital Underground alongside Shock G and KennyK from 1993 and contributed to their many albums. As he possesses a great deal of insights and knowledge of the industry, Clee will assist the clients of Critical in navigating and enhancing their respective careers.
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Boxing Executive Team
Roy Foreman
Head of Boxing
Roy Foreman
Head of Boxing
Mr. Foreman will help guide Critical clients and its business efforts to the upper echelon of the industry.
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James Toney
Vice President of Boxing
James Toney
Vice President of Boxing
Through his position, Mr. Toney will continue to assist Critical boxers in various aspects of their careers as they make their way to the top of the sport
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Boxing Board of Advisors
Lamon Brewster
Boxing Advisor
Lamon Brewster
Boxing Advisor
Mr. Brewster is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1996 to 2010. He held the WBO heavyweight title from 2004 to 2006. As an amateur, Brewster won the U.S. national championships in 1995, and a silver medal at that year’s Pan American Games, both in the heavyweight division.
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Monte Barrett
Boxing Advisor
Monte Barrett
Boxing Advisor
Mr. Barrett is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1996 to 2014. Once a challenger for a heavyweight title in 2006, Mr. Barrett has fought with many champions and contenders during his career. Now, an owner of a prized non-profit, Mr. Barrett is now using his experience to leverage assisting the youth for the better.
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Fres Oquendo
Boxing Advisor
Fres Oquendo
Boxing Advisor
Mr. Oquendo is a Puerto Rican former professional boxer who competed from 1997 to 2014. A three-time challenger for a heavyweight title, Mr. Oquendo started the Fres Oquendo Boxing Academy (FOBA) which inspires youths to say no to drugs and gangs through Boxing.
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Entertainment Executive Team
Matthew Prince King
Senior Vice President of Entertainment
Matthew Prince King
Senior Vice President of Entertainment
Matthew Prince King, SVP of Entertainment, has always been considered an astute innovation amongst his peers. From his over a decade experience working with talent in the music and promotions industries to currently being the Co-Founder of the HBCU Boxing League and CEO of Lights Out Toney Promotions, Matthew will help streamline Critical’s entertainment division to greater heights.
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Harvey Cummings II
Director of Music
Harvey Cummings II
Director of Music
Mr. Cummings, a notable artist and strategist has had a great deal of success in the industry. His remarkable compositions have been featured on Cartoon Network’s “The Boondocks,” and he has lent his musical prowess to renowned brands such as Dreamville, Courvoisier, Urban Outfitters, Bud Light, CLTure, Allen Edmonds, and the Harvey B Gantt Center for African-American Arts and Culture. Cummings’s dedication to his craft is evident through his collaborations with notable artists such as rapper Dababy Mez, TLC, Angie Stone, Anthony Hamilton, Cyanca, Elevator Jay, Fantasia, Lute, Erick Lottary, and many more.
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NIL ADVISORS
Karlos Williams
Football Advisor
Karlos Williams
Football Advisor
Karlos Williams, a former professional football player with the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League (NFL) will lead Critical’s NIL program in regards to football. His distinguished athletic career has provided him with invaluable insights into the sports and business world. Leveraging these insights, Karlos has successfully transitioned, carving out a niche for himself in the performance training industry. His rich understanding of professional sports and business acumen will serve as a vital asset for Critical Sports and Entertainment.
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Leonard Merkin
MMA and Wrestling Advisor
Leonard Merkin
MMA and Wrestling Advisor
Leonard Merkin, Co-Head of Critical’s wrestling division brings an impressive array of accolades and successes. These accomplishments include being a former Division 1 wrestler for Princeton University, a Greco-Roman Pan-Am Champion, and a GrecoRoman U-23 World Team Member. Leonard will uplift the wrestling division and its clients through his knowledge, expertise, and connections and be an overall benefit to Critical Sports and Entertainment.
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