When at Nexopia Sherburne forged many relationships with the major players in contemporary culture. This is a contest organized with Vice Records for Daft Punk but as part Sherburne's deep connections in art, design, fashion and music culture he saw success bringing many new business relationships to Nexopia. EMI Records, Warner Music Group, Universal Records, Dine Alone Records, Exclaim! Magazine, Vice Magazine, and Union Events to name a few.