Adam Carpenter is a founder, investor, and music executive based in Dallas, TX. He serves in strategic leadership roles within ventures focused on media, technology, and emerging markets.
With more than twenty years in the music business, Adam built one of the most respected independent catalogs in the industry. He founded Watershed Music Group®, whose works have been recorded by Bethel Music, Kari Jobe, Maverick City Music, and others.
In 2023, he co-founded MadMan Records in Atlanta, expanding into the mainstream with projects involving Robin Thicke, Eric Bellinger, Olivia Holt, and others.
Beyond music, Adam has founded, co-founded, and invested in companies across industries guided by a simple philosophy: clear structure, meaningful ownership, and assets that compound over time.
His work emphasizes strong partnerships, financial literacy, asset protection, and sustainable growth.
At the center of it all is Adam’s guiding ethos: Building For the Generations®—a commitment to creating enduring value across business, family, and legacy.
Adam Carpenter is a founder, investor, and music executive based in Dallas, TX. He serves in strategic leadership roles within ventures focused on media, technology, and emerging markets.
With more than twenty years in the music business, Adam built one of the most respected independent catalogs in the industry. He founded Watershed Music Group®, whose works have been recorded by Bethel Music, Kari Jobe, Maverick City Music, and others.
In 2023, he co-founded MadMan Records in Atlanta, expanding into the mainstream with projects involving Robin Thicke, Eric Bellinger, Olivia Holt, and others.
Beyond music, Adam has founded, co-founded, and invested in companies across industries guided by a simple philosophy: clear structure, meaningful ownership, and assets that compound over time.
His work emphasizes strong partnerships, financial literacy, asset protection, and sustainable growth.
At the center of it all is Adam’s guiding ethos: Building For the Generations®—a commitment to creating enduring value across business, family, and legacy.

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