Casting Director and Owner of Brooke Thomas Casting. Teacher of "Brooke and Mary On-Camera Intensive," an award-winning commercial acting class in New York City. Founder & Publisher of CastingLoop.com, an audition notice and class listing site.

Mark Marinaccio is an Executive Producer, Creator and Showrunner for some of the largest cable networks and production companies in television. Mark has directed and produced some of the most highly rated reality shows of all time like; Sex Sent Me to the E.R. for TLC, The Ultimate Fighter on Spike, Ghost Hunters on SyFy Channel and The Dead Files on Travel Channel. As a Creator, Showrunner, Co-Executive Producer and Executive Producer mark has overseen series and pilots for The CW, Vh1, A&E, TLC, Discovery Channel, Tru tv, Travel Channel, Syfy, H2, Bio and Spike. During his stint as Director of Development and Production for The Discovery Channel, Mark took in hundreds of pitches in all forms, strengthened and forged powerful relationships with producers and agents and oversaw the development and production of many projects. Mark has optioned and pitched dozens of shows and has sold shows to pilot, series and specials. As a consultant and coach Mark is able to dive deep into wha the networks are buying and helps producers and newbies craft and shape their idea taking notes on a napkin to a fully formatted and professional pitch.

Founded and and currently run a successful production company based in Los Angeles with major clients like NBC, Disney, Prime Video, Cartoon Network, etc. Have questions about starting a production company or freelancing full-time in entertainment? Learn from my 20 years of experience and missteps so you can accelerate your process.

Has practiced Entertainment Law for 30+ years, helping businesses and artists in the Theatre, Film, Television & New Media industries make smart deals and business decisions. As a podcasting coach, helps lawyers and other professionals develop media strategies to market their services.

Canadian advertising specialist for 35 years. Expert in traditional medias (TV, radio, print & outdoor) B2B or B2C marketing and advertising. French adaptation of advertising campaign French and English creation

Multi-entrepreneur. Founder of Value Branded Content. Expert strategist in Media and Advertising in MENA.

After completing his studies in Cinema–Television at Galatasaray University, he worked for the program 5N1K at CNN TÜRK. He received his MA in Cinema-TV and New Media at Sorbonne University in Paris. His professional goal is to work in broadcasting as a consultant or planning executive. With more than 13 years of experience and over 1,000 episodes aired of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, he has been personally involved in the development and production of unscripted TV formats. He has also produced Talpa’s The Floor and BBC’s Weakest Link.

Writer/Producer, Lifetime Brand Creative @ A+E Global Media. Freelance Creative Producer. Freelance Lifestyle Blogger. Tea enthusiast. Chronically online. Jane Austen fanatic.

Tom Pecinka is an actor who works in Film, Television and Theatre. He was nominated for a Tony Award, won a Drama Desk and Theatre World Award in 2024 for his performance as Peter in the Broadway production of David Adjmi’s “Stereophonic”. He can be seen as Nate on two seasons of the Showtime/Amazon Prime series “American Rust. He stars alongside Samuel L. Jackson and Uma Thurman in the Comedy Thriller “The Kill Room”.

Film Director, Producer & Educator. Founder of Vän Producciones. 15+ years in film, TV, music videos & events. Projects selected & awarded at international festivals. Passionate about cultural, educational, and therapeutic work. Mentor & workshop leader.

I am the writer and director of the cult classic, BLACK DYNAMITE. I also wrote and directed the Sundance Film THICK AS THIEVES starring Alec Baldwin.

Nataleigh Ballantyne is a technology coach and social media strategist who has provided her experience and expertise to some of the largest companies in the country. She is a former Director of Communications for the Economic Club of Canada, and has also worked with RE/MAX Ontario/Atlantic, and the Toronto Argonauts. Nataleigh has shared her knowledge and experience across the province, helping small business owners maximize their presence online. also: event planning/hosting/digital communications

Director of Business & Legal Affairs Reason & Logic Law December 2014 – Present Washington D.C. Metro Area Know and protect your rights with Reason & Logic Law™. reason-logic.com Chief Promoter ARTSMEDIA.NETWORK™ February 2015 – Present United States ARTSMEDIA.NETWORK™ is a Social Management and publicity agency that specializes in promotions and endorsements of arts & entertainment brands. Director of Artists Management TSE Management | Time Space Energy™ July 2011 – Present (5 years 1 month) TSE MANAGEMENT™ is a creative personal management company that partners with entrepreneurial and innovative artists who are developing a productive business practice. tsemanagement.com President & Co-Founder GRBK MUSIC GROUP™ July 2011 – Present (5 years 1 month) An innovative & modern production company of original audiovisual works. GRBK MUSIC GROUP is a record label with production agreements that enable arts companies to sustain their businesses from the art they produce. grbkmusicgroup.com Alternative Rock Musician JOHNNY ARCO™ LLC December 2010 – Present (5 years 8 months) JOHNNY ARCO™ LLC is an American performing arts music company founded in New York City and is comprised 5 core businesses: production, touring, publishing, endorsement, and distribution of works by New York-based Alternative Rock Musician Johnny Arco. Curriculum Director & Founder johnnyarco.com Fine Arts Education Reform 501(c)3 August 2013 – Present (3 years) Greater New York City Area FAER is a non-profit dedicated to reforming arts education curriculum in public schools through curriculum development, teacher and administration training, student clinics and masterclasses. fb.com/rtsreform Berklee College of Music Artist / Lecturer Berklee College of Music November 2013 – November 2013 (1 month)Greater Boston Area Performed and shared the necessary skills for a professional music career to the students of PM-111, Essentials of Success, at Berklee College of Music. The NOCCA Institute Artist / Lecturer The NOCCA Institute March 2013 – March 2013 (1 month)Greater New Orleans Area Performed and shared necessary skills for a professional music career to the students of Dr. Jee Yeoun Ko. OTHER DISTINGUISHED SCHOOLS INCLUDE: Booker T. Washington HSPVA, March 2013; Dallas, TX Brookline High School, September 2008 & May 2009; Boston, MA PS 212, January 2010; Brooklyn, NY PS 34, February 2013; Manhattan, NY Nashville School of the Arts, May 2013; Nashville, TN

John Brancaccio is a Media/Internet Entrepreneur working to create meaningful companies that positively impact the world. John is one of the founders of FindaDoc.com and the acting CEO. FindaDoc is a healthcare community for patients, doctors and dentists that rates over 1 million Doctors and Dentists on their Training, Expertise, and Patient Opinion. Findadoc empowers patients to make an informed choice in regards to their healthcare. http://findadoc.com John also owns Park Bench Media, a media company that creates original content for TV, Film and the Internet. John has created content for AMC, FOX, WEtv, MTV, ESPN, Bravo, TruTV, CNBC, A&E, ESPN, Fuse, and PBS. http://parkbenchmedia.com John is also one of the founders of Lifefilm Productions, a media company that produces TV/Film quality personal documentaries for individuals/institutions. http://www.lifefilm.com http://lifefilmmedia.com http://lifefilmentertainment.com John is the Executive Producer of Cath Lab Essentials, a medical educational website on interventionial cardiology. http://cathlabessentials.com John is also the Executive Producer of Mei Lynn, a new animated kids TV show that teaches children Mandarin Chinese. Specialties:Entrepreneur, Investor, Executive Producer, Director, Producer, Editor

16 years professional Film & Television actor. Appeared on hit shows like Atlanta, Stranger Things, Roots, Homeland, and more. http://imdb.me/luciusbaston

Creative Director @ Jetty Productions, a full service digital marketing company, specializing in video content. I also fish, eat candy, and love music.

President - EKNA Entertainment Executive Producer and Host - BiZ TV Canada Community Producer and Host - Rogers TV In Business Manager, Business Development - Mississauga Board of Trade Recruited and built a sales and retention team for MBOT Developed sales and retention strategy. CEO - Taurus Craco Woodworking Machinery Inc. International importer of industrial and commercial woodworking equipment. President - EKNA Consulting Inc. Sales and Finance Consultant for small / medium size business President - Rittling Financial Corp Accounting and Tax Services for small / medium size business General Manager and Controller - Canadian Pizza Crust Co. Ltd. (Formerley Div of Labatts) International exporter of food products District Sales Representative - London Life Insurance District Sales Representative - Dun and Bradstreet

Executive Producer at America's Real Deal Radio and Television Show, President at Independent Stock Market, General Partner at America's Crowd Fund Partner at Stonehurst Securities Stock Broker, Sacramento, California Guest Speaker - Utah State University, Weber State University, & Texas Tech Entrepreneurial Summit & Main Judge on Grant Selection. Over 20 regional entrepreneur pitch events as the key speaker and judge nationwide. Guest Speaker - Utah Home School Association Guest Speaker - Serenigy Global Inc. National Sales Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada Guest Speaker - Youth Leadership Encampment For Over 20 Years With 200 Youth Each Session.

Roger S. H. Schulman is a veteran screenwriter of features, TV series and MOWs. He is the recipient of an Academy Award nomination and British Academy Award for "Shrek," an Emmy nomination for "JONAS," as well as numerous other awards for screenwriting. A former journalist for Newsweek and BusinessWeek, Schulman enjoys writing for children, adults, and swings between projects of fantasy and those based on real-life people and pursuits. He has created, developed and run several TV shows, enabling him to carry his or another creator's vision from inception to screen, on time and under budget.

CEO of Catbol Media and Founder of Molly's Pizza. I love the thrill of building brands and helping entrepreneurs monetise their ideas.

News Producer for CBS This Morning. Previously WDRB News in Louisville, Kentucky and WOUB-TV in Athens, Ohio.

Owner of no-fat edit design a creative video production and motion graphic company as well as a Creative content producer for an NBC affiliate.

I have worked on various television shows, movies of the week, and feature films since 2001. For the last 3 years I have been working as a “fixer” various production companies looking for local crews, equipment, and locations throughout the United States. https://m.imdb.com/name/nm2598985/, www.LincolnBlanco.weebly.com

Louisiana Filmmaker & Chief Troublemaker @ Morris Lane Productions. Master of Entertainment Business. World's Coolest Aunt.

15 years in Media & Entertainment Technology Consulting. Previously President and Head of Strategic Video Development for Craig Ferguson's production company, Green Mountain West under deals at CBS and Lionsgate Studios. Executive Producer of Film and Television. Managed live events across the US and Canada for major talent. Strong knowledge of content development and monetization for digital and social platforms. Have produced for companies such as CBS, NBC, History, Comedy Central, Epix, Netflix, Google YouTube and Snapchat. Member of the Producers Guild of America.