Mathew Knowles
[11] During this time, Knowles brought in producers such as Wyclef Jean, Jermaine Dupri, and Master P to focus on a fusion of hip hop with R&B to cross over to different audiences.[12] Knowles also managed the solo careers of Destiny's Child members Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland.Former members LeToya Luckett and LaTavia Roberson once sued Knowles, accusing him of misappropriating group funds.Its artists include Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Brian Courtney Wilson, Juanita Bynum, Le'Andria Johnson, Micah Stampley, Amber Bullock, Andrea Helms, Trinitee 5:7, and Elder Goldwire.In an interview with Madamenoire.com, he spoke about teaching entrepreneurship on the college level, and his entertainment industry seminar where he taught music executives like Van Benson and other successful students.Upon signing this deal, he became a member of APX's board of directors, and the manager of a $275 million fund for film and television co-productions between the United States and Italy.[20] Knowles is a visiting professor at Texas Southern University, where he teaches courses on the entertainment industry in the School of Communications.