Paul Wachter

Paul Wachter is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Main Street Advisors.

Founded in 1997, Main Street Advisors is a strategic advisor to, partner with, and investor with some of the most influential and accomplished people and businesses in media, music, entertainment and professional sports.

Paul has helped lead financial and business strategy for many of the most prominent individuals and transactions across media, music, entertainment and sports, including: serving as a key advisor and strategist to Arnold Schwarzenegger during both of his terms as the Governor of California; scaling LeBron James’ off-court business and investments; building Beats Electronics and Beats Music with Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre through its eventual sale to Apple, where he served as lead negotiator; and advising Fenway Sports Group on its formation and continued growth. He has also been at the forefront of incubating and investing in culture-shifting brands including Gin & Juice, Complex, Lobos 1707, Blaze Pizza, Dave’s Hot Chicken, Eilish Fragrances, and more alongside clients.

He is currently Chairman of the Board of United Talent Agency (UTA). Paul has previously served on the Board of Directors of Time Warner, Virgin America and Beats Electronics, among others.