A philanthropist, motivational speaker, brand strategist and entrepreneur, Amanda McIntyre-Chavis has an unquenchable passion for music and art. As CEO and Founder of LegendFactory, Amanda is passionate about helping artists, brands and creatives fulfill their potential.



Born and raised in a musician household, Amanda grew up around some of the top actors and musicians in the world. After witnessing the injustice of some of the world’s top talent being taken advantage of, Amanda felt a burning desire to help. She learned the entertainment business inside out and made it her mission to guide actors, artists and musicians in managing their brands.

Amanda has over 18 years of experience in media and entertainment, spearheading development projects for Sony Music, Warner Music Group, Universal, BMG and EMI. She’s worked with world-renowned talent such as Queen Latifah, Sum 41, Alicia Keys, Busta Rhymes, P.O.D, P!nk and more. In 2008, she founded her own interactive management and brand development company, LegendFactory.

Based in New York, Amanda is a member of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc. (NARAS), the National Association of Black Female Executives in Music & Entertainment (NABFEME), the ELLEVATE Network and Women In Music.