Our Story

Dream and Manifest Now was started by Nia and Matthew Rickman, who share a mutual passion for music and service. Initially founded as DAMN Entertainment, our purpose was to partner with developing artists to expand their business opportunities. As our organization matured, we focused more on music business educational experiences for those in need. In 2021, in partnership with Beyond Trenches, we launched From Bars to Bars — a transformative arts empowerment program covering foundational music business curriculum and creative expression for teenagers affected by mass incarceration. Through that work we found deeper purpose in providing music industry exposure for creatives who lack the resources to pursue their dream, alongside career-elevating services for our audience. This shift called for a re-introduction of our brand as we moved from an artist management focus to an organization dedicated to empowering the moguls of the future.

While Dream and Manifest Now is how we present ourselves to the world, the acronym D.A.M.N. came first, with a meaning known only by the creators: the initials of the four Rickman siblings — Dalaina, Alaina, Matthew and Nia. It wasn't until the concept of Dreaming and Manifesting came to Nia in a dream that we discovered an alternative meaning, and coined the phrase Dream and Manifest Now. Through our work we hope to help others achieve their goals and become the best versions of themselves through creative exploration.