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Taylor Robinson

Taylor Robinson

Dallas,TX

Summary

Visionary technology executive with 15+ years of experience driving innovation, scaling platforms, and delivering transformative digital solutions in youth enrichment and education. Proven expertise in building scalable, customer-centric technologies that power multi-brand operations, enhance user engagement, and optimize performance. Adept at bridging technical strategy with business outcomes in entrepreneurial and private equity-backed environments.

Overview

18
18

Years of Professional Experience

4
4

Certification & Degrees

Work History

Founder, CEO & CTO

MyMusicLessons.com
01.2007 - Current
  • Built the leading marketplace for music lessons, integrating proprietary scheduling, CRM, and business intelligence tools
  • Delivered frictionless user experiences for students, parents, and instructors, driving customer satisfaction and retention
  • Automated multi-location operations, reducing costs and enabling scalable delivery of private, group, and online lessons

Founder, CEO & CTO

RealTime Audio
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Spearheaded development of groundbreaking low-latency technology for remote music performance, revolutionizing digital music education
  • Established enterprise-grade solutions for youth enrichment institutions, delivering projects on time and under budget
  • Successfully managed the company’s acquisition by Accelerando and supported a two-year transition period

Founding Advisor

Operator Equity
01.2022 - Current
  • Conducted technical due diligence for private equity acquisitions, identifying growth opportunities and mitigating risks
  • Designed IT roadmaps and implemented technology systems for multi-brand youth activity organizations

Founder

Taylor Robinson Consulting
Dallas, TX
01.2013 - Current

Founded and grew a small consulting firm of five employees that provided expertise and resources to service-based companies and online marketplaces. Focus was on local and organic SEO techniques, e-commerce, online scheduling and payment solutions, corporate messaging, website design, pricing, revenue models, and strategy. Clients ranged from local massage therapy businesses to global investment firms. Generated over $1.3 million in revenue, including a two-week contract with Light Bank Capital Venture in Chicago for $15,000.

Guest Lecturer

Self-employeed
Dallas, TX
01.2016 - Current

Lecture for students in the entrepreneurial, music, and law schools at the University of Virginia, University of North Texas, Texas A&M University, Middle Tennessee State University, Blackbird Academy, Sweetwater University, the National Association of Music Merchants, Belmont University, and Southern Methodist University. Topics include challenges of music technology, music education technology, bootstrapping, creative problem-solving, strategy, and managerial techniques.

Education

MBA - Management Information Systems & Entrepreneurship

Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX
06-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy & Physics

University of North Texas
Denton, TX
06-2005

EdX Certificate of Completion (Online) - Computer Science

Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
01-2012

Certificate of Completion (Online) - Software Development

CODE ACADEMY
San Francisco, CA
01-2014

Skills

  • Education Technology Platforms: Custom CRM, scheduling, and instructor management systems
  • E-commerce Product Development: User experience design, API architecture, payment processing
  • Cloud Infrastructure & Security: Scalable solutions for secure, multi-brand operations
  • Languages & Tools: PHP, Javascript, React Native, Vuejs, SQL, WebRTC, C
  • Marketing Automation: Local & Organic SEO, Paid Search, and Affiliate Management and Tracking
  • AI and Data Analytics: Business intelligence tools and automated workflows for decision-making

Accomplishments

  • NAMM TEC Award Nomination for Outstanding Technical Achievement
  • Masters of Business Administration (MBA) in Management Information Systems and Entrepreneurship
  • Inc Magazine All Top Startups List "How Taylor Robinson Built a Successful Music Lesson Marketplace"

Certification

  • Scaled MyMusicLessons.com, the first "Uber for Music Lessons," to 20,000+ instructors across 50 states, serving 500,000+ students.
  • Architected and delivered RealTime Audio, pioneering ultra-low-latency audio technology enabling synchronized remote music collaboration, acquired by Accelerando.
  • Partnered with leading youth activity brands, School of Rock as a trusted co-development technology partner.
  • Led IT transformation strategies for PE-owned companies, Accelerando & Operator Equity enhancing operational efficiency and scalability.
  • Processed $20M+ in education transactions through innovative CRM and payment solutions.

Languages

PHP
Native/ Bilingual
Java, Javascript & React
Native/ Bilingual
C++
Professional
SQL
Native/ Bilingual
Python
Professional
HTMC & CSS
Native/ Bilingual

Press

  • Choral Director Magazine (Cover Story): The Choral Director Management Magazine, March 2021
  • School, Band & Orchestra Magazine (Cover Story): School Band and Orchestra March 2021
  • School of Rock Method App (Press Release): School of Rock Method App to Feature RealTime Audio Technology
  • MatchMySound (Press Release): MatchMySound Partners with Taylor Robinson Music to Form RealTime Audio
  • ABC - Shark Tank Season 5 Episode 24 (TV): Taylor Robinson Music ABC's Hit Show "Shark Tank"
  • Inc Magazine All Top Startups (Magazine): How Taylor Robinson Built a Successful Music Lesson Marketplace
  • WJR 720am (Radio) - Startup Nation: Taylor Robinson Music on Life and Business After Shark Tank
  • MMR (Magazine): Hohner International Offers Free Lessons with Guitar Purchase with Taylor Robinson Music
  • The North Texan (Magazine): Putting the Tech back in Texas: University of North Texas Alumni Magazine

Quote

Every company is a tech company.
Rob Price

Affiliations

  • National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM)
  • Better Business Bureau (A+ Rating)
  • Music Teachers National Association (MTNA)
  • Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)

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