Lady Gaga & Atom Factory: Troy Carter

Troy Carter went from the rough streets of West Philly to launching the career of one of the biggest pop stars in the world — Lady Gaga.
Andrew Holder for NPR
Troy Carter went from the rough streets of West Philly to launching the career of one of the biggest pop stars in the world — Lady Gaga.

Andrew Holder for NPR

As a kid, Troy Carter dreamed of being a rapper, but soon discovered he was a better manager than a musician.

He took Lady Gaga from obscurity to stardom – helping shape both her music and her brand.

Then he turned his gift for spotting talent to spotting investment opportunities with his company Atom Factory.

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