Digital-first talent management company Currents Management has hired two talent managers and promoted four staffers, expanding the company’s presence in Nashville and Toronto.

As reported by Deadline, Ryan Linden joins Currents as a manager after five years in influencer marketing and talent management in the entertainment and comedy sector at Viral Nation.

“Currents has built something truly unique in talent management,” Linden said. “The level of strategic support, talent development, and personalized attention talent receive here is exceptional. I’m excited to join a team that’s focused not only on helping talent succeed today, but on building enduring careers and businesses.”

Ashley Ward Colson joins as a talent manager with a background in influencer marketing and brand partnerships. She previously worked at Trend Management and will focus on Currents’ roster of entertainment, lifestyle, and digital talent.

Emma Clarke, a former Gersh agent who joined Currents in 2024, has been promoted to Director of Talent. She will lead the company’s new Nashville office, where Colson will also be based. Evalee Mach, Isabella Wille, and Liran Maayani have each been promoted to talent manager.

“I’m incredibly honored to step into this leadership role during such an exciting period of growth for Currents,” Clarke said. “As our roster continues to grow, investing in exceptional managers and building a presence in the markets where talent are thriving has never been more important. Nashville has quickly become one of the most exciting hubs for artists and creators, and I’m thrilled to help lead our expansion there while continuing to deliver our personalized management our talent expects.”

Cameron and Nilou Ajdari founded Currents in 2019. The company’s roster also includes Matt and Abby Howard, Julie Sousa, Laura Whaley, Shelby and Dylan Reese, and Rashad Little.

“As the entertainment industry matures, management has become significantly more specialized than it was even a few years ago,” said Cameron Ajdari, CEO of Currents. “Today’s digital talent aren’t just looking for someone to negotiate brand deals, they’re looking for true partners who can help build their careers across every facet of their business, both on and off digital platforms. That requires experienced managers who understand both the business and creative sides of the industry. Ryan and Ashley strengthen our growing entertainment and comedy divisions while helping us expand into important creator markets across North America. Combined with our internal promotions, they’re helping build the next generation of Currents.”

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