Ken Kragen

About the Author

Ken Kragen is a renowned entertainment executive and author whose career spans decades of shaping the music and entertainment industries. As the former manager of legendary talents like Kenny Rogers, Lionel Richie, and the Smothers Brothers, Kragen built a reputation for innovative strategies that propelled artists to stardom. His book, Life Is a Contact Sport: Ten Great Career Strategies That Work, distills decades of experience into practical wisdom for navigating professional challenges with resilience and ingenuity. Drawing from his triumphs and setbacks, including co-creating the iconic 'We Are the World' charity single, Kragen offers readers timeless lessons on building networks, seizing opportunities, and turning obstacles into advantages. With a career marked by bold decisions and enduring success, he continues to inspire professionals across fields to approach life as an exhilarating game.