How I Negotiate Multi-Million Dollar Deals Without Giving Up Ownership

“How I Negotiate Multi-Million Dollar Deals Without Giving Up Ownership” Amy Oraefo: The Entertainment Lawyer Rewriting the Rules | Afropolitan Podcast From Atlanta to Lagos, entertainment attorney Amy Oraefo is helping creatives protect their power, scale their brands, and build businesses that last. In this episode, Amy takes us inside multi-million dollar negotiations, the mistakes artists make with their IP, and what it takes to succeed as a Black woman in entertainment law. She shares her journey from trained dancer to top-tier lawyer, her experiences working across two continents, and why every artist must understand how money flows in their industry. We also break down the cultural differences between doing business in Nigeria vs. America, the future of African music publishing, and get candid about modern dating dynamics. ✨ Want to connect 1:1 with Africa's boldest thinkers? Book a 15-minute convo on Convo with leaders like Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, Asa Asika, and more. Connect with Amy on Convo - https://convo.vip/amyoraefo 🎧 Listen to more Afropolitan Podcast episodes: YouTube Spotify Apple CHAPTERS 00:00 – Introduction & Copyright Reality Check 02:12 – Amy’s Journey: From Dance Dreams to Entertainment Law 07:25 – Multi-Million Dollar Negotiations: The 18-Month Battle 11:13 – Biggest Mistakes Creatives Make with Their IP 14:24 – Navigating Africa & America: Cultural Differences 16:40 – Music Publishing Challenges in Nigeria 22:32 – The Power of Niche Markets: Nigeria’s 225 Million Opportunity 25:42 – Protecting the Fort: Working with Earn Your Leisure 28:36 – Entrepreneurship vs. Law: Balancing Risk & Compliance 39:44 – Misconceptions About Entertainment Lawyers 42:08 – Accountability & Copyright Enforcement Differences 42:47 – Rapid Fire: Power Outfits, Emojis & Guilty Pleasures 46:51 – Modern Dating Dynamics: Standards & Accountability 57:52 – Career Impact on Dating: The Double-Edged Sword 01:03:05 – Defining Success: Autonomy & Freedom 01:03:42 – Whose Story We Want to Hear Next #EntertainmentLaw #MusicBusiness #AfropolitanPodcast #Africa #Nigeria #Lagos #Atlanta #Copyright #Negotiation #AmyOraefo

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