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Gerry Fumo
Gerry
Fumo was instrumental in pioneering the HOUSE music
sensations back in the early 1980`s. It was his vision
that set up the foundation for what is now known as
URBAN HIP-HOP in Canada.
Gerry was co-founder and president of BLAST and BIG
SHOT RECORDS as well as FUMO PUBLISHING. Fumos` artists
such as Ron Allen, In-Dex and Dionne all achieved gold
album sales in Europe and South America. Other Canadian
artists on his roster include; Thando, Jillian Mendez,
Amy Jackson, Melina Marx, Landlord and Greg Lee to name
a few. He has had the opportunity to collaborate with
many producers and artists in North America. Another
artist under Gerrys` tutelage at the time, Rupert Gayle,
has written for Warner/Chappell and SONY BMG. Rupert
has also collaborated with Canadians, Keisha Chante,
Shawn Desman, Ryan Malcolm as well as many others.
Not only active in the music and entertainment industry,
Fumo has established himself as a driving force in championing
the causes for youth in the York Region and Southern
Ontario area. He was past President Elect of the OPTIMIST
CLUB OF RICHMONDHILL; an international organization
whose mandate is to help youth. For this organization,
Gerry spearheads numerous charity efforts that have
helped various groups reach out and provide positive
change to many of the youths in need, in Ontario and
abroad. As well, Gerry sits on the advisory committees
of various sports clubs in the Vaughan area.
Through his sponsorship initiatives, many young athletes
are able to participate in competitive sports through
Fumos generosity. Organizations such as the Vaughan
Soccer Association, Innisfil Minor Hockey and St David
Basketball have all benefited greatly with Gerry’s
contributions.
His charitable efforts and community service initiatives
have garnered Fumo many prestigious Mayoral awards from
the City of Vaughan, The Town of Richmond Hill, OPTIMIST
Clubs of Ontario and OPTIMIST OF THE YEAR FOR OPTIMIST
INTERNATIONAL.
Gerry Fumo is also, President of International Sales
and Marketing for P.O.P. Store Solutions Ltd. A company
that specializes in manufacturing displays in the music
and general entertainment industry. Mr. Fumo oversees
all aspects of production designs as well as marketing
initiatives for his clients. Many of his designs are
presently in all Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Future Shop, Zellers,
Shoppers Drug Mart, just to name a few.
Currently, Gerry is Director and Founder of 3PK Productions
Inc. Together with long-time collaborator and friend,
Farley Flex from Canadian Idol fame; they both co-manage
Daniel Panetta, a 17 year old Jazz and Opera phenomenon.
Daniel is a rising young star who is currently busting
out in the Canadian and International Music scene.
Music and entertainment giant; champion
of youth issues- Gerry Fumo
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