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May 2024

May 3 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Innovation Talks

Innovation Talk: Beatrice Springborn

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

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Join SeriesFest for a one-on-one conversation with Beatrice Springborn, President of two renowned global television studios, UCP and Universal International Studios. Springborn will shine a light on the creative strategy behind the studios’ acclaimed programming, her team’s collaborative process with best-in-class storytellers and what’s next on the horizon.

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Beatrice
Springborn

President, UCP and Universal International Studios

Beatrice Springborn is President of UCP and Universal International Studios, divisions of Universal Studio Group, where she oversees all aspects of the two studios’ award-winning slates.

UCP is known for genre-defying, ground-breaking and intentional storytelling with a sense of discovery including, “Chucky," "The Umbrella Academy," "Monk" and "Dr. Death.” This best-in-class studio collaborates with visionary storytellers including Nick Antosca, Selwyn Seyfu Hinds and Tanya Saracho.

Universal International Studios partners with storytellers from around the globe to create bold and distinctive shows with universal resonance like "We Are Lady Parts," "Downton Abbey," "Apples Never Fall" and "The Day of the Jackal.”

Moderator

Jessica
Radloff

Senior West Coast Editor, Glamour

Jessica Radloff is the senior West Coast editor at Glamour. Jessica is also the author of the New York Times bestseller, The Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series, which was published in October 2022, and just released in paperback. The book is also a USA TODAY bestseller, and one of Vulture's best comedy books of 2022.
Jessica is a graduate of the University of Arizona with a B.A. in media arts, and minor in journalism. She is a member of the Critics Choice Association, Television Critics Association, Screen Actors Guild, and Television Academy.

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May 3 from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Dropping Gems: How New Amsterdam Used Masterful Storytelling to Inform its Audience

Sie FilmCenter: Fries Theater 2510 East Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

Join us for a conversation with star, Jocko Sims, and creator, David Schulner along with Dr. Nia Mitchell, Dr. Jandel Allen- Davis, and Dr. Michelle Albert as we watch one...

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Join us for a conversation with star, Jocko Sims, and creator, David Schulner along with Dr. Nia Mitchell, Dr. Jandel Allen- Davis, and Dr. Michelle Albert as we watch one of New Amsterdam’s most memorable episodes, and discuss how the lack of black doctors in America’s healthcare system impacts everyone. Author and Academy Award winner, Van Lathan moderates as television creators and real medical professionals bring insight, as we move ever closer towards answering the famous New Amsterdam mantra, “How can I help?”

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Jocko
Sims

Actor / Producer, Stay Ahead Media

Jocko Sims recently starred in NBC’s hit medical drama, "New Amsterdam," where he played Dr. Floyd Reynolds, the head of the cardiac surgical department. And he recently wrapped filming the first season of the Hulu series, "How To Die Alone," a comedy from Natasha Rothwell, which airs this fall.

Sims has also recently stepped behind the camera, having written, directed and produced his TV pilot, "Grown," which won several awards, including the jury prize at SXSW (2023). Sims recently partnered up with 50 Cent his company (G-Unit) to turn "Grown" into a series, which is currently in development.

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David
Schulner

Showrunner, Universal

David Schulner started his television career on Ed Zwick and Marshall Herskovitz’s “Once and Again.” Other credits include “Desperate Housewives”, creator/showrunner of “Do No Harm”, and showrunner of “Emerald City”. His 2008 spec script, “The Oaks” started a bidding war between CBS, ABC and FOX, ultimately being picked up straight-to-series by FOX starring Jeremy Renner. Then the writers strike happened. David just wrapped five seasons as creator/showrunner of NBC’s “New Amsterdam” (WGA nom, Normal Lear Sentinel Award, Hollywood Critic’s Assoc. Award, Media Access Award) and is developing new projects under his fifth overall deal with Universal Television.

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Dr. Nia S.
Mitchell

Chief Development Officer, Mile High Medical Society

Nia Schwann Mitchell, MD, MPH obtained her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis. She completed her internal medicine residency and primary care research fellowship at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Dr. Mitchell’s initial faculty appointment was at the University of Colorado, and she is currently an associate professor of General Internal Medicine at Duke University. Her research involves weight loss interventions for underserved populations, where she works to eliminate health disparities around excess weight.

Dr. Mitchell is also the Chief Development Officer of the Mile High Medical Society, the Colorado chapter of the National Medical Association.

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Jandel
Allen-Davis, MD

CEO and President, Craig Hospital

Jandel Allen-Davis, MD is the President and CEO of Craig Hospital in Denver, Colorado, a world-renowned rehabilitation hospital that exclusively specializes in the neurorehabilitation and research for patients with spinal cord injury and brain injury.
Dr. Allen-Davis is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and was in active practice for 25 years.

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Dr. Michelle
Albert

Walter A. Haas-Lucie Stern Endowed Chair in Cardiology and Professor in Medicine at UCSF

Dr. Albert is the Walter A. Haas-Lucie Stern Endowed Chair in Cardiology and Professor in Medicine at UCSF, Admissions Dean @ UCSF Medical School and Director of the Center for the Study of Adversity and Cardiovascular Disease (NURTURE Center).
She has had a longstanding commitment to health equity and is engaged in cutting-edge research that innovatively seeks to incorporate “biology” with social determinants of health. A central component of her current work focuses on developing implementation strategies to curb adversity related CVD risk, particularly in women and diverse racial and ethnic populations with a focus on cumulative toxic stress.

Moderator

Van
Lathan

Media GUY, 4116 productions

Van Lathan is an established, award winning media personality from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He hosts the Higher Learning podcast on the Ringer podcast network, and Hip Hop Homicides on WETV

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May 3 from 1:45 pm – 3:05 pm

Independent Pilot Competition: Drama Block 1

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May 3 from 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm Panels

Legacy In Television: Grey’s Anatomy

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

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For almost two decades, audiences have immersed themselves in the sweepingly romantic and operatic lives of the staff at Seattle Grace Hospital. Shondaland’s “Grey’s Anatomy” has consistently tackled hot-button issues through the eyes of it’s compelling characters navigating moral and ethical quandaries we can all relate to.

At SeriesFest: Season 10, we will invite fans and filmmakers to celebrate the impact of “Grey’s Anatomy” with the cast and creators at the innagural Legacy in Television Panel.

In attendance: Actors James Pickens Jr, Kevin McKidd, Caterina Scorsone, Kim Raver, Camilla Luddingon, and Showrunner Meg Marinis.

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James
Pickens Jr.

Actor, Shondaland

As Richard Webber, Pickens is one of the few original cast members of ABC’s award-winning, critically acclaimed drama “Grey’s Anatomy.” He's also had recurring roles on such series as “NYPD Blue,” “The X-Files,” “The Practice,” “Philly,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Six Feet Under,” “The West Wing,” “Roseanne” and “Beverly Hills 90210,” Pickens also starred opposite Rob Lowe in “The Lyon’s Den” (NBC) and with William H. Macy and Felicity Huffman in “A Slight Case of Murder” (TNT). For his role on “Grey’s Anatomy,” he received a Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Drama Ensemble and won an NAACP Image Award.

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Camilla
Luddington

Actor, Shondaland

Currently starring on ABC’s award-winning, critically acclaimed drama “Grey’s Anatomy,” Camilla Luddington has the gift of portraying characters with both strength and vulnerability. As OB/GYN resident Jo Wilson, Luddington displays plenty of both, balancing her time between complicated storylines of love, family and career. Previously, Luddington had a recurring role opposite David Duchovny and Evan Handler on the Showtime series “Californication.” She also recurred on the long-running HBO drama “True Blood” as Claudette the Fairy.

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Caterina
Scorsone

Actor, Shondaland

Canadian-born actress Caterina Scorsone is perhaps best known as firebrand brain surgeon Amelia Shepherd on ABC’s award-winning, critically acclaimed drama “Grey’s Anatomy.”

While still in Canada, Scorsone co-starred alongside Kirsten Dunst, Rachael Leigh Cook and Merritt Wever in Oscar®-winning director Sarah Kernochan’s coming-of-age film “Strike.” Following increasing success in both television and film, she starred opposite Academy Award® nominee Ed Harris in Agnieszka Holland’s “The Third Miracle.” She then went on to receive her first of two Gemini nominations (Canadian Emmy®) for her role as Michelle Parker in the hit Canadian show “Power Play.”

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Kevin
McKidd

Actor, Shondaland

An established star of film, television and theater, Scottish actor Kevin McKidd made his feature film debut in 1996, starring in Gillies MacKinnon’s “Small Faces,” followed by a starring role alongside Ewan McGregor in the film “Trainspotting.” He has also been a brooding Caesar-era soldier in HBO’s “Rome” and a time-travelling journalist in the 2007 NBC drama “Journeyman.” Currently, McKidd is widely known for his role as Dr. Owen Hunt in Grey's Anatomy.

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Kim
Raver

Actor, Shondaland

Kim Raver currently appears on ABC’s medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy” as Dr. Teddy Altman. She also co-produced with her husband three Lifetime films based on novels by international bestselling author Jane Green.

Raver has appeared on the fifth season of Showtime’s “Ray Donovan,” as well as on Fox’s “APB” and “Bones.” She also reprised her series regular role, Audrey Raines, in the Emmy®-nominated “24: Live Another Day.” Raver was also seen on NBC’s “Revolution.” She is also well known for her role as Nico Reilly on NBC’s “Lipstick Jungle” from creator Candice Bushnell (“Sex and the City”).

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Meg
Marinis

Showrunner, Grey's Anatomy

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Jessica
Radloff

Senior West Coast Editor, GLAMOUR

Jessica is a graduate of the University of Arizona with a B.A. in media arts, and minor in journalism. She is a member of the Critics Choice Association, Television Critics Association, Screen Actors Guild, and Television Academy.

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May 3 from 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm Panels

Mentorship and Collaboration: A Conversation with the Team Behind “Dr. Death”

Sie FilmCenter: Fries Theater 2510 East Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

Join the team behind “Dr. Death,” for a discussion on the making of the show’s second season, the importance of mentorship in the television industry and the collaborative development process...

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Patrick
Macmanus

Creator/Executive Producer, “Dr. Death”, UCP

Under his overall deal with UCP (Universal Content Productions), a division of Universal Studio Group, Patrick Macmanus serves as writer, executive producer and co-showrunner, alongside Liz Hannah, on Hulu’s ‘The Girl From Plainville’ starring Elle Fanning. Macmanus recently served as writer, executive producer and showrunner on the Critic’s Choice nominated ‘Dr. Death,’ for NBCUniversal’s streaming service Peacock. Macmanus has developed series at AMC, Starz, ABC, Sony Pictures Television, Fox Television Studios, NBC, Tribeca, CBS, Amazon, Netflix and more. He previously worked on SYFY’s ‘Happy!,’ starring Chris Meloni. In 2021, Macmanus expanded his production company, Littleton Road Productions, and formed Littleton Road Philanthropy with the goal of telling responsible stories and providing a call to action on culturally significant issues.

Macmanus was born in Ohio, raised in New Jersey and lives in Paris with his wife and two sons.

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Beatrice
Springborn

President, UCP and Universal International Studios

Beatrice Springborn is President of UCP and Universal International Studios, divisions of Universal Studio Group, where she oversees all aspects of the two studios’ award-winning slates.

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Kelly
Funke

President, Littleton Road Productions

Before returning for her third tour of duty in Hollywood, Kelly spent a decade at sportswear brand FILA, most recently as Senior Vice President, Marketing for North America. She was part of the global executive leadership team who returned the company to a $5 billion enterprise that won the footwear industry’s highest award in 2018.

Prior to FILA, Kelly had senior operations roles in a U.S. Senate campaign, at nationally renowned political ad agency Jamestown Associates, and at Furniture Co, a high-end retail store and interior design firm.

But Kelly’s career is rooted in entertainment; she got her start working for Cary Woods as he produced the first projects of writer/directors Jon Favreau, James Mangold, Alexander Payne, Scott Rosenberg and M. Night Shyamalan, among many others. Under her own company, Film Generator, she was associate producer on Jonas Pate's SHRINK and championed the early works of author Gregg Hurwitz, Broadway dramatist and screenwriter Jon Hartmere, and television writer Patrick Macmanus.

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Ashley
Michel Hoban

Showrunner/Executive Producer, “Dr. Death”, UCP

Ashley Michel Hoban grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, where she watched too much television. She earned her MFA in Writing and Directing at NYU's Graduate Film and Television Program. She has written, directed, and produced on shows including THE GIRL FROM PLAINVILLE (Hulu), DR. DEATH (Peacock), HAPPY! (SYFY), and MARCO POLO (Netflix). Her short films have screened and earned awards internationally. She is based in New York, where she still watches too much television.

Moderator

Jeff
Conway

Senior Contributor, Forbes

Jeff Conway is an Emmy-nominated TV Host and the leading Hollywood interview writer at Forbes. His latest exclusive conversations include Jennifer Aniston, Kevin Costner, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Julie Andrews, with a dedicated focus to authentically showcase to the more human side of these high-profile individuals.

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May 3 from 4:15 pm – 5:45 pm

Independent Pilot Competition: Drama Block 2

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May 3 from 5:15 pm – 6:45 pm

Independent Pilot Competition: Comedy Block 1

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May 3 from 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm Special Events

SeriesFest Soirée

Asterisk 1075 Park Avenue West, Denver, CO

Join us at SeriesFest's Fundraiser Gala celebrating our 10th Anniversary! We will be honoring Minnie Driver, SAG-AFTRA, Shondaland & Betsy Beers + 20 Years of Grey's Anatomy with cast and...

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Join us at SeriesFest's Fundraiser Gala celebrating our 10th Anniversary! We will be honoring Minnie Driver, SAG-AFTRA, Shondaland & Betsy Beers + 20 Years of Grey's Anatomy with cast and creatives in-person. Learn more about the event and honorees here.

If you are unable to attend, please consider participating in our online silent auction or making a donation by going to SeriesFest.givesmart.com.

One ticket to SeriesFest Soirée is included in the purchase of a Champion Pass for SeriesFest: Season 10. All other attendees must purchase a ticket or a table at SeriesFest.givesmart.com.

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May 3 from 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm

This is not Sweden (Això no és Suècia)

Sie FilmCenter: Clasen Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

THIS IS NOT SWEDEN shows the contradictions faced by a young couple when it comes to protecting their children from the dangers of life. Winner of the Prix Europa Award for...

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THIS IS NOT SWEDEN shows the contradictions faced by a young couple when it comes to protecting their children from the dangers of life. Winner of the Prix Europa Award for Best TV Fiction and selected in Official Competition in Cannes Series.

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Marta
Baldó

Producer, Funicular Films

After working during more than a decade in her own film marketing and communications agency, Working at Weekend (WAW), Marta Baldó has served as an independent executive producer first, and has ended up co-creating the production company FUNICULAR FILMS, together with Aina and Marc Clotet and Jan Andreu. She has recently acted as executive producer of the production company's first series, THIS IS NOT SWEDEN, directed by Aina Clotet and Mar Coll, winner of the Prix Europa to Best TV Fiction and selected in the Official Selection of Cannes Series.

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Nicole
Barker

Programming Manager, SeriesFest

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May 3 from 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm Late Night Competition

Late Night Competition

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

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May 4 from 9:45 am – 10:30 am Special Events

How to Build a Pitch Deck with EP Michael Rucker and Canva

Sie FilmCenter: Clasen Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

Ever wondered how easy it is to build a Pitch Deck with Canva? Join Executive Producer Michael Rucker ("101 Places to Party Before You Die", "Project Runway") and Canva for...

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Ever wondered how easy it is to build a Pitch Deck with Canva? Join Executive Producer Michael Rucker ("101 Places to Party Before You Die", "Project Runway") and Canva for this interactive breakfast session, where Michael shares insights on the pitch process and we work with the audience to come up with our next TV pilot idea...bringing it to life in less than 30 minutes using Canva’s entertainment templates and Magic features.

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MICHAEL
RUCKER

Executive Producer / Director

Michael Rucker is a Peabody Award-winning Executive Producer and Director in the Unscripted television landscape for over 15 years. Credit highlights include Project Runway, Work of Art, Fast Foodies, 101 Places to Party Before You Die, and heading, developing, and showrunning the most successful and viewed division of Fullscreen's SVOD.

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May 4 from 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Resident Alien

Sie FilmCenter: Fries Theater 2510 East Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

Based on the Dark Horse comics, “Resident Alien” follows a crash-landed alien named Harry whose secret mission is to kill all humans. Supported By

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Based on the Dark Horse comics, “Resident Alien” follows a crash-landed alien named Harry whose secret mission is to kill all humans.

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Chris
Sheridan

Creator / Executive Producer / Showrunner, SYFY's Resident Alien

Chris Sheridan is a five-time Emmy nominee and BAFTA nominee, and has been a television Writer and Producer for over 30 years. He has produced more than 400 episodes of television, including 20 seasons on the Fox Network animated hit, “Family Guy” where he acted as Co-Showrunner from 2004 to 2009.

He currently serves as Creator, Executive Producer, and Showrunner of SYFY’s “Resident Alien,” the hit dramedy that won the 2021 Hollywood Critics Association award for Best Cable Comedy.

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Sara
Tomko

Actor, SYFY's Resident Alien

Sara Tomko stars as “Asta” in SYFY’s RESIDENT ALIEN.
Tomko is known for her recurring roles on “Sneaky Pete” and “Once Upon a Time,” as well as her appearances on “The Leftovers” and “The Son.”
She is a Film and Television actress based in LA and CEO of In The Pocket Productions. Her first independent film roles aired on SYFY and she is thrilled that her TV career has brought her full circle. She is an actor, producer, poet, singer and mental health advocate.

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Saloni
Gajjar

Staff Writer (TV), The AV Club

Saloni Gajjar covers television for The A.V. Club. Her work experience includes NBC, Mashable, Complex, Interview Magazine. She's a member of the Television Critics Association & WGAE.

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May 4 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Special Events

Industry Expo

Sie FilmCenter 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

Saturday Only! 10AM–4PM in the Rooftop Pavilion: Check out the SeriesFest Expo for free filmmaker resources from our sponsors. (Along with an amazing view of the Denver Skyline!) Participate in...

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Saturday Only! 10AM–4PM in the Rooftop Pavilion:

Check out the SeriesFest Expo for free filmmaker resources from our sponsors. (Along with an amazing view of the Denver Skyline!)

Participate in the Industry Expo onsite for a chance to win flights courtesy of United for Business. Details provided at the event.

This event takes place on the Rooftop Pavilion at the Sie FilmCenter. Head to the big white tent on the top level of the parking garage, accessible by stairs and elevator.

This is a free event. See you there!

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May 4 from 10:30 am – 11:30 am Innovation Talks

Innovation Talk: Betsy Beers

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

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Join SeriesFest for our signature Innovation Talk series as we celebrate the incredible career of Shondaland's trailblazing Creative Partner, Betsy Beers. As a longtime producing partner of Shonda Rhimes, there is no shortage of the groundbreaking series they have created together under the Shondaland banner. This special event will highlight Beers' unique approach to storytelling and how she navigates the shifting landscape of the entertainment industry.

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Betsy
Beers

Creative Partner, Shondaland

Betsy Beers is a groundbreaking producer and the longtime producing partner of Shonda Rhimes. Under the Shondaland banner, they have developed and produced some of the most industry-leading series in television. Through Shondaland’s unprecedented exclusive deal with Netflix, Beers serves as executive producer on “Bridgerton,” one of the most watched series debut in Netflix history, “Dance Dreams: Hot Chocolate Nutcracker” following legendary choreographer Debbie Allen, “Inventing Anna” inspired by the story of Anna Delvey and most recently, “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” which debuted at No.1 on Netflix's English TV List and in the Top 10 in 91 countries. Next, Beers will serve as executive producer on the documentary “Black Barbie” and the comedic murder mystery “The Residence” for the streamer.
In addition, she is executive producer of the award-winning series “Grey’s Anatomy” and, along with Rhimes, developed and produced the hit series “Private Practice,” “Scandal,” “How to Get Away with Murder,” “For the People,” and “Station 19” for Shondaland and ABC.

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Maureen
Lenker

Senior Writer, Entertainment Weekly

Maureen Lee Lenker is an award-winning journalist who has written for Turner Classic Movies, The Hollywood Reporter, Ms. Magazine, and more. She is a Senior Writer for Entertainment Weekly. She is a proud graduate of both the University of Southern California and the University of Oxford. Maureen calls Los Angeles home, where you’ll either find her at the beach or in a repertory movie-house, if she’s not writing. Her debut novel, IT HAPPENED ONE FIGHT, is now available, and her second book, HIS GIRL HOLLYWOOD will hit shelves in January 2025.

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May 4 from 12:00 pm – 1:40 pm

Independent Pilot Competition: Comedy Block 2

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May 4 from 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm Panels

Celebrating Women In Showrunning

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

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Back by popular demand, SeriesFest is proud to present a special panel conversation in celebration of women Showrunners breaking the glass ceiling of the television industry. These Showrunners are forging new paths for storytellers of all generations and genders by championing new perspectives that reflect shared experiences on our screens. Join us for a powerful conversation spotlighting the challenges, triumphs, and hopes of the revolutionary Female showrunners behind some of your favorite series.

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Nkechi
Okoro Carroll

Showrunner, "All American" Franchise & "Found"

Nkechi Okoro Carroll is the founder of Rock My Soul Productions and is the creator/executive producer of the Warner Bros. Television (WBTV) drama series Found, which debuted last Fall on NBC. The series was recently renewed for a second season. She is also the executive producer/showrunner of the WBTV dramas All American and All American: Homecoming, which rank as The CW’s #1 and #2 series among key demographics of Adults 18–34 and Adults 18–49.

Her prior credits include The Resident, Rosewood, Bones, and The Finder.

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Michelle
Paradise

Co-Showrunner and Executive Producer, "Star Trek Discovery"

Michelle Paradise is Co-Showrunner and Executive Producer of the acclaimed Paramount + series, Star Trek: Discovery. It has been nominated for multiple Emmy, Saturn, and GLAAD Media awards, winning the Saturn for Best Science Fiction Series and the GLAAD Media Award for Best Drama Series. Prior to joining Starfleet, Michelle was a writer for series including The Originals and Rogue, and she has written several features. She also used to be an actor, which may explain why you feel compelled to buy Crest toothpaste when you look at her. She holds B.A. degrees in English and French, a Master’s degree in Comparative Literature, and she’s a proud graduate of the prestigious Warner Bros. Television Writers’ Workshop. Yes, that is her real last name.

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Ashley
Michel Hoban

Showrunner / Executive Producer, “Dr. Death”, & "The Girl from Plainville"

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Janine
Sherman Barrois

Writer and Showrunner, "The Big Cigar"

Janine Sherman Barrois is an award-winning writer and showrunner under an exclusive multi-year deal with Warner Bros. through her company, Folding Chair Productions. Barrois was an executive producer on all four seasons of Claws, the hit TNT dramedy and was the showrunner for the first three seasons. In addition, she was the co-showrunner and executive producer of Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam CJ Walker, the award-winning Netflix limited series and was the creator of the highly acclaimed OWN series The Kings of Napa. Currently, Janine is showrunning an Apple TV+ limited series, The Big Cigar.

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Alexa
Junge

Executive Producer, Amazon

Alexa is one of the most revered showrunners in the business. With credits from FRIENDS, GRACE & FRANKIE, BIG LOVE, WEST WING, SEX AND THE CITY, Alexa is known for her unique voice and wide range. (Currently she serves as an EP on BOSCH LEGACY - her first series where people blow up cars.) Nominated for 6 Emmy and 2 WGA awards, Alexa's new play, GRETHE B. is being directed by Moises Kaufman. A frequent contributor to THIS AMERICAN LIFE, her FRIENDS episode “The One Where Everyone Finds Out” was recently cited in "Atlantic Magazine" as a proven “mood booster.”

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Perri
Nemiroff

Senior Producer, Collider

Perri Nemiroff is the senior producer at Collider where she hosts and produces the interview series, Collider Ladies Night, a show geared towards highlighting the need-to-know female voices in film and television.
In addition to her work at Collider, Perri conducts interviews for Rotten Tomatoes and Fandango, and can be seen on the big screen in NCM's Noovie Pre-Show hosting Close-Up with Perri Nemiroff. Perri frequently moderates post-screening Q&As and panels at film festivals and conventions including San Diego Comic-Con.
Perri splits her time between Los Angeles and New York. Wherever the film and television coverage takes her, she goes!

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May 4 from 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm Special Events

College Television Award Winners Showcase

Sie FilmCenter: Clasen Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

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SeriesFest is thrilled to partner with the Television Academy Foundation to showcase the 2024 College Television Awards winners, as voted on by members of the Television Academy. This showcase will feature a Q&A with six award winning projects from the renowned competition that recognizes student content creators nationwide.

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May 4 from 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Screening: Harry Wild

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Star and executive producer Jane Seymour returns as Harriet “Harry” Wild, a retiring university literature professor who is finding herself at one of life’s crossroads. In season three, Harry and Fergus are back to solve a collection of intriguing crimes. This season, the pair are hired to prove the lead singer of Ireland’s hottest boy band didn’t kill himself, find out who decapitated a woman in a busy restaurant, discover who murdered a despotic director on the set of Ireland’s leading daytime soap opera, work out how a mystery writer managed to shoot himself in a locked panic room without a gun, and more. Meanwhile, with the agency still as busy as ever, Harry and Fergus have to find a way to balance work and life as Fergus plans to contest Paula’s custody claim to his sister.

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Jane
Seymour

Actor

A multiple Emmy and Golden Globe winner, recipient of the Officer of the British Empire (OBE) in the year 2000, which was bestowed upon her by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, Jane Seymour has proven her talents in virtually all media, the Broadway stage, motion pictures and television. Her love of art and color has led to her great success as a
painter in watercolors, oils and sculpture as a designer.

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Jeff
Conway

Senior Contributor, Forbes

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May 4 from 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Zorro

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Determined to find out who killed his father, Diego de la Vega will assume the title of Zorro and discover family secrets that will change his destiny forever.

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Sergio
Pizzolante

Executive Producer and President, Secuoya Studios Commercial & Distribution

Sergio Pizzolante is the President of Secuoya Studios Commercial & Distribution, the commercial arm of Secuoya Content Group, Spain’s leading company dedicated to the creation, production, and distribution of television series, films and documentaries. His division focuses on pre-sales, financing packaging, and distribution of the studio’s projects.
Sergio’s extensive experience as an executive producer includes notable TV credits such as “Zorro”, premiered in January 2024 on Amazon Prime, the top-ranking drama on Vix “Montecristo”, “Nicky Jam: El Ganador” on Netflix, and the documentary film “Maluma” on YouTube. Sergio held various corporate positions within HBO, Sony Pictures Networks, and E! Networks.

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Javier
Quintas

Director

Javier started directing in 2004 after working on "El Comisario”. His notable works include "Génesis, en la mente del asesino," "Física o Química" (2009 Ondas Award) and "Los Protegidos. His success continued with "Los Misterios de Laura" and "El Príncipe" (2014 Ondas Award). His 2017 short film "Pez" received international recognition at numerous festivals. In 2018, “Money Heist” became an international success, winning the 2018 International Emmy Award. Later hits include "Allí Abajo," "Toy Boy," and "Sky Rojo." His latest success, "Zorro," premiered this year on Amazon Prime ranking top 10 in several countries.

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Glenda
Pacanins

Executive Producer & Partner, The Nineteen & Nine Company

Managing Partner, The Nineteen & Nine Co.
E.P., “Zorro,” Prime Video
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Cristo
Fernández

Actor, Filmmaker, Writer, Producer, Espectro Mx Films

Cristo Fernández is a Mexican actor and filmmaker born in Guadalajara, Mexico.
He began his professional life as a soccer player but discover new passions. After finishing his acting masters program in the UK, he set his goals to creating projects as an actor, director, writer and producer. In 2019 he won the role of Dani Rojas on the multi-Emmy winning comedy series TED LASSO, for Apple TV+.

Cristo was awarded the "Rising Star Award" for Television from the Critics Choice Association during the 2nd Annual Celebration of Latino Cinema & Television.

He lauched a production company called "Espectro MX Films”.

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Neil
Batey

Senior Reporter, C21 Media

Senior reporter for C21 Media in London, writing news & features about the global TV industry, moderating panel sessions, conducting audio interviews for podcasts, posting updates from markets on LinkedIn and social media.

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May 4 from 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm Panels

Spotlight on SAG-AFTRA Leadership

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

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Last year was an unprecedented period for the entertainment industry as a whole, but through incredible strength and perseverance, actors were afforded necessary advancements to maintain their position in the ever-changing landscape of Hollywood. . Throughout the 2023 strike, The Executive Leadership team of SAG-AFTRA fearlessly navigated key issues and fought for equitable practices on behalf of 160,000+ members of their guild. Join us for a special conversation spotlighting the leaders of SAG-AFTRA and how standing in solidarity forged a new path for the guild.

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Linda
Powell

SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President

Linda Powell was elected Executive Vice President of SAG-AFTRA in October of 2023 and, as a vice chair of the TV/Theatrical negotiating committee, played an integral role in the union’s recent strike and subsequent contract negotiation. A New York based actress, she has appeared on Broadway and off and can be seen in shows such as Dopesick, Modern Love, House of Cards and Chicago Fire. Most recently she enjoyed a long run starring as Neil Diamond’s therapist in the Broadway bio-musical “A Beautiful Noise”.

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Jodi
Long

SAG-AFTRA Vice President, Los Angeles and Los Angeles Local President

Jodi Long made history in 2021 becoming the first Asian American actor to win an Emmy for Best Supporting Actress in Netflix's DASH & LILY. At 7 she made her Broadway debut in NOWHERE TO GO BUT UP directed by Sidney Lumet. One of five Broadway shows that include Sondheim’s GETTING AWAY WITH MURDER and the revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's FLOWER DRUM SONG. Films: Blumhouse’s Night Swim, Netflix’s The Monkey King, Marvel’s SHANG CHI, The Tale (HBO), Beginners, Patty Hearst, and The Hot Chick. Series: TBS’s Sullivan and Son, Sex in The City, Margaret Cho's mother in All American Girl.

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Shari
Belafonte

SAG-AFTRA Vice President, Actors/Performers

Starting as a Production asst at PBS, then turning to Actor, Producer, Writer, DP/Camera operator, etc...Shari is as comfortable behind the camera as she is in front of it. A member of SAG-AFTRA since 1980, starting out in commercials, shows such as HOTEL and BEYOND REALITY, feature films like IF YOU COULD SEE WHAT I HEAR, right up to currently recurring in APPLETV's THE MORNING SHOW and TYLER PERRY'S SISTAS, while developing numerous scripted and non-scripted entities. She has literally been a union baby and in the entertainment industry since before birth.

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Peter
White

Executive Editor / Television, Deadline

Peter White is now Executive Editor of Television. Having joined Deadline in 2017, White heads the U.S. TV staff while leading our coverage of the networks, studios and streamers. His specialties are late-night, unscripted TV, executive turnover and the podcasting business. He is based in Los Angeles, having moved from London in 2020.

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May 4 from 4:45 pm – 6:00 pm

Independent Pilot Competition: Drama Block 3

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May 4 from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

CAU*GHT

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

C*A*U*G*H*T follows four Australian soldiers sent on a secret mission to a war-torn country. Mistaken for Americans, they are captured by freedom fighters and produce a hostage video that goes...

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C*A*U*G*H*T follows four Australian soldiers sent on a secret mission to a war-torn country. Mistaken for Americans, they are captured by freedom fighters and produce a hostage video that goes viral. When the soldiers reach celebrity status, they realise that being caught might just be the best thing that could’ve happened to them.

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Kick
Gurry

Director, Kicknation

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Younes

Star

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Alexander
England

Star

Since graduating from the Victorian College of the Arts in 2009 Alexander has worked extensively in Australia and abroad. His most recent film credits include HOW TO PLEASE A WOMAN alongside Sally Phillips, and the lead role of ‘Dave’ in director Abe Forsythe’s feature film LITTLE MONSTERS alongside Lupita Nyong’o and Josh Gad.
In television, Alexander’s most recent credits include the Stan original series BLACK SNOW, the Amazon limited series THE LOST FLOWERS OF ALICE HART, for which he received an AACTA nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Drama, and Stan original series CAUGHT with director Kick Gurry.

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Richard
Breakspear

Composer, RBM

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Eric
Von Doymi

Producer, Gunslingers Inc.

Spent a few years after college at FOX as a promo producer/editor. Then started a production company in 2010 and never looked back. Spent the first few years working with music artist for a series called "VEVO Go Shows." Had a hit YouTube series called "The Hacks of Life." and most recently was the editor on C*A*U*G*H*T. He also is the lead guitarist in The Megas, a Megaman themed rock band.

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May 4 from 6:45 pm – 8:20 pm

Independent Pilot Competition: Comedy Block 3

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May 4 from 8:15 pm – 10:00 pm

Independent Pilot Competition: Drama Block 4

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May 5 from 11:15 am – 12:45 pm Special Events

Colorado Pilot in Progress: Brewability

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

A cool job can be hard to find, especially for disabled people. Enter Brewability, where the joyful and fearless staff show the world what's possible. Encore screening added here! Supported...

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May 5 from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Lost Boys & Fairies

Sie FilmCenter: Fries Theater 2510 East Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

A glittering and ground-breaking drama, exploring the themes of parents, children and gay adoption. Fusing queer culture with a powerful family drama, this is a bold, heart-wrenching story, filled with humour and love. Supported...

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Daf
James

Creator, Writer, Music Director, and Executive Producer

Daf James is an award-winning playwright, screenwriter, composer and performer working in both English and Welsh. His recent play On the Other Hand, We’re Happy won the 2022 production award at the LA Drama Critics Circle Awards.

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Sion Daniel
Young

Actor

Since graduating from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in 2011, Sion Daniel Young has carved an impressive body of work within Theatre, Film and Television. Born in Cardiff, Sion began acting at a young age, performing in the National Youth Theatre and Sherman Youth Theatre.

Coming up this year Sion stars in the leading role Gabriel opposite Fra Fee in the exciting new three-part BBC drama LOST BOYS AND FAIRIES, for Duck Soup films. Written and created by Welsh writer Daf James and directed by James Kent, the tender and glittering story follows singer and artisteextraordinaire Gabriel, his partner Andy. The series is a moving and groundbreaking drama set in Cardiff exploring the universal theme of parent and children through the perspective of gay adoption.

Last year, Sion could be seen in the highly anticipated third series of SLOW HORSES for Apple TV+. Directed by Saul Metzstein, the series follows a team of disgruntled British Intelligence agents working in a dumping ground department of MI5 due to their career- ending mistakes. Starring Gary Oldman, Jack Lowden, Kristin Scott-Thomas. The show has received rave reviews, with the third series described as ‘Better than ever’ by Rolling Stone.

Further television credits include the BBC Wales smash-hit drama KEEPING FAITH S3; LIFE AND DEATH IN THE WAREHOUSE and Bruce Goodison’s OUR WORLD WAR, both for BBC Three, as well as the Welsh detective series HINTERLAND.

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Dino-Ray
Ramos

Entertainment Consultant, GLAAD

Dino-Ray Ramos is an award-winning journalist and podcast host. He currently works as a entertainment and media consultant for GLAAD. In 2021, he launched the media platform DIASPORA, spotlighting underrepresented voices in film and TV. His previous work can be seen in Deadline Hollywood, Vogue, Entertainment Tonight, Bustle, Paste Magazine, San Francisco Chronicle, and Oakland Tribune. He has also consulted for Amazon Studios/MGM Studios, Hulu, Lionsgate, Film Independent, CAPE, CAAM and other companies.

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May 5 from 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Innovation Talks

Innovation Talk: Mark Duplass & Mel Eslyn with Special Screening of ‘Penelope’

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

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Making independent film and tv is hard work and doesn’t come with a “how to” handbook but, fortunately, SeriesFest has a conversation to help. Join us for an in-depth conversation with Duplass Brothers Productions on how their innovative approach to production and packaging independent content is leading a revolution. Plus Duplass will receive an inaugural “Innovators Award” for his pioneering work in independent television and film.

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Mark
Duplass

CEO, Duplass Brothers Productions

Mark Duplass is an award-winning actor, filmmaker and producer. As an actor, Mark has appeared in a wide range of film and television projects including the Apple+ series THE MORNING SHOW for which he received a 2020 Emmy nomination and a 2022 Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Mark was also one of the stars of the acclaimed HBO show TOGETHERNESS, a series he co-created with his brother Jay. Under their banner Duplass Brothers Productions (DBP), Mark Duplass, Jay Duplass and Mel Eslyn create original projects for film, television, and digital media.

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Mel
Eslyn

President, Duplass Brothers Productions

Mel Eslyn is a film and television producer, writer and director, and President of Duplass Brothers Productions. She is the veteran producer behind films and tv shows including THE ONE I LOVE, THE INTERVENTION, OUTSIDE IN, THE LADY AND THE DALE, and SASQUATCH. Last year Eslyn produced the HBO documentary LAST STOP LARRIMAH, as well as released her narrative feature directorial debut BIOSPHERE, starring Sterling K. Brown and Mark Duplass. Most recently she premiered the pilot for the show PENELOPE, which she co-created with Mark Duplass and acted as showrunner and director of the series.

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May 5 from 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm

Haven of Grace (De Grace)

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As he approaches sixty, the time has come for Pierre Leprieur to take stock of his life. What did he accomplish and what did he mess up during his life?...

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As he approaches sixty, the time has come for Pierre Leprieur to take stock of his life. What did he accomplish and what did he mess up during his life? He was formerly an influential trade unionist on the docks at Le Havre. The passing years saw his relationship with his wife and his now-adult children subside. One evening, with his whole family gathered together to celebrate his birthday, the party is ruined. His sons, Jean and Simon, find themselves accused of mass drug trafficking. Whilst their sister, Emma, a criminal lawyer, tries to get them out of this difficult situation, Pierre, who is convinced that he is being targeted, does his utmost to help them. Yet he knows that if he roots around too much, he could end up unearthing truths best left untold.

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Astrid
Whettnall

Actress, Haven of Grace

Astrid appeared in short films by Stefan Liberski and Bouli Lanners, Lionel Jadot and Benoît Mariage.
After Vincent Lannoo's Little Glory, it was Lannoo who offered her the lead role of Elisabeth in Au nom du fils (presented at the FIFF in 2012), which earned her a nomination for the Magritte for Best Actress in 2014. Since then, she has been filming under the direction of Costa-Gavras, Claude Lelouch, Benoît Mariage, Jalil Lespert and Xavier Giannoli. For 3 seasons she was Veronique Bosso in the prestige Canal Plus series Baron Noir created by Ziad Doueiri.

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Maxime
Crupaux

Writer, Haven of Grace

Maxime Crupaux is known for Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011), De Grâce (2023) and Super Jimmy (2019).

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May 5 from 2:00 pm – 2:50 pm Special Events

ENCORE | Colorado Pilot in Progress: Brewability

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May 5 from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Innovation Talks

Innovation Talk: Daymond John and independent creator, Emil Pinnock

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

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Best known as the impeccably dressed star investor of ABC’s Shark Tank, Daymond John is the face of American entrepreneurship, managing a multi-million-dollar empire that encompasses fashion, philanthropy and media. Join SeriesFest for an insightful conversation with the CEO of The Shark Group about his career and how he is working with independent creators to navigate the natural intersections between entrepreneurship and storytelling.

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An entrepreneur in every sense of the word, Daymond John has come a long way from taking out a $100,000 mortgage on his mother’s house and moving his business operation into its basement. John is CEO and Founder of FUBU, a much-celebrated global lifestyle brand, and a pioneer in the fashion industry with billions in product sales world-wide. Former President Barack Obama appointed Daymond John a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) to harness his energy, ideas, and experience to help develop the next generation of entrepreneurs both at home and abroad.
John is an award-winning entrepreneur and has received 100s of awards including the Brand Week Marketer of the Year, Advertising Age Marketing 1000 Award for Outstanding Ad Campaign, Ernst & Young’s New York Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and was named #2 on LinkedIn’s Top 20 Voices, a list of the top influencers, who are using their voice to help us analyze today’s changing world of work, navigate our industries, and find balance. Most recently, Real Leaders Magazine ranked Daymond John one of the Top 20 Keynote Speakers in the World for 2024!
His marketing strategies and ability to build successful brands has made him a highly influential consultant and motivational speaker today. His marketing firm The Shark Group offers advice on how to effectively communicate to consumers through innovative means and connects brands with the world’s top celebrities for everything from endorsements to product extensions.
John is also an author of 6 best-selling books including his New York Times best-sellers, The Power of Broke (2016) and Rise and Grind (2018). He released his fifth book, Powershift in 2020 that walks through his tried-and-true process of how to transform any situation, close any deal and achieve any out- come. John's most recent book, Little Daymond Learns to Earn (2023) is his first for kids, reached the New York Times and Amazon best-seller list the first week of its release. The book addresses the current void of educating our children about money in a fun and engaging story for parents and kids to connect. John’s mission is to continue challenging the status quo and leave a lasting legacy of inspiring other leaders to do the same..
Finally, John is celebrating his 15th season on ABC TV’s critically acclaimed business reality show Shark Tank by renowned producer Mark Burnett, which has reinvigorated entrepreneurship around the world. Shark Tank has now gone on to win five Emmy® in the US and millions of weekly viewers world-wide tune into the show as John demonstrates his marketing prowess and entrepreneurial insights.

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CEO, Unleashing Giants

As a writer, producer, director Pinnock has led several productions including his breakout project, Up North (an original series), having premiered at SeriesFest and breaking records winning best actor, director, drama and the most coveted audience award. He along with his production company, Unleashing Giants Studios, have held production deals at Blumhouse Productions, Endeavor Content, Entertainment Studios, Level Forward, Radar Pictures, and Atmosphere Entertainment He has also been tapped to write the original stories for The Negro Baseball League, FUBU founder Daymond John, and the origin story of legendary lyricist Biggie Smalls, which are all currently in development.

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CEO, Culturs - global multicultural lifestyle media

Doni Aldine is CEO of Culturs Global Multicultural Lifestyle media and a FOLIO TOP Women in Media Honoree. Having grown up on four continents and lived in numerous countries, she Is passionate about creating community for cross-cultural populations. Culturs media reaches 9+ million people annually.

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May 5 from 4:45 pm – 5:45 pm Special Events

Awards Ceremony

Sie FilmCenter: Maglione Theater 2510 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO

Join us for the SeriesFest: Season 10 Awards Ceremony! This event is free, but requires RSVP. Supported By

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May 5 from 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm Special Events

Official “Cowboy Carter” Dance Party

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It’s a wrap! Celebrate Season 10 with our Closing Night Presentation in Downtown Denver. Grab your friends for a “real life hoedown” celebrating Beyonce’s* record breaking album, Cowboy Carter alongside her greatest hits. Featuring live performances from Young Guru (Jay-Z's tour DJ) and special guests from the album, including Tiera Kennedy (featured on Cowboy Carter track "Blackbiird"), the event promises to be an unforgettable night of dancing at one of Denver's best live music venues.

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3500 Walnut St, Denver, CO 80205

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Bring your friends! Use code COWBOYCARTER10 at check out for $10 tickets.

*Endorsed by Beyoncé, but she will not be performing.

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DJ Young Guru

Young Guru is a Grammy Award Winning American audio engineer, record producer, disk jockey, and record executive. He began his tenure as tour DJ for Jay-Z in 2010.

Tiera Kennedy

Rising singer/songwriter Tiera Kennedy is emerging as one of the most exciting voices in the format - injecting Country music with a breath of vitality. The Alabama native's unique sound stems from equal parts nature and nurture. She credits her celestial singing voice to God, while crediting her Country music songwriting prowess to what organically flows from her pen. Lighting a fire with her independently released self-titled EP, Nashville Scene cited Tiera as "the total package" and "a writer who has learned how to write for their own voice at a young age," while American Songwriter concurs, hailing her as "one of Nashville's most promising young singer-songwriters." Formally introducing her artistry with debut single "Found It In You", a poignant love song inspired by her relationship with her husband and creative director Kamren Kennedy, Tiera showed off her playful side with subsequent releases like the effervescent "Gentleman" and jubilant ode to home state soirees on "Alabama Nights."

Landing on several of 2022's most impressive Artist to Watch Lists, including MT's Listen Up, MusicRow's Next Big Thing and Pandora's Country Artist to Watch, Tiera took those songs and more on the road, opening for artists including Kelsea Ballerini and Danielle Bradbery, while playing festivals across the country. As she readies her forthcoming full-length debut album, Tiera delivered the project's lead single "Jesus, My Mama, My Therapist" in 2023. The infectious tune is an ode to the holy trinity of secret keeping, as its three namesakes are the only folks who can be trusted with the truth...and trusted to love you all the more for it. As gutsy as it is playful, add "Jesus, My Mama, My Therapist" to a growing catalog that continues to pave a one-car-only lane for Tiera in Country music. As the host of Apple Music Country’s, The Tiera Show, Tiera Kennedy puts her stamp on the genre daily.

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