Join the WashU New York Entertainment Network for a discussion about the current state of the entertainment industry amongst the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. The afternoon will include a networking lunch, three panels, and a networking reception.
Schedule of Events
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Networking Lunch
1:00 – 1:45 p.m. | Beyond the Picket Line Panel
2:00 – 2:45 p.m. | Representation of Women in Entertainment Panel
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. | Evolution of Entertainment Panel
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | Networking Reception
Beyond the Picket Line Panel
A general overview of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes focusing on the creatives affected and what can be done to support them.
Moderator
Pun Bandhu, AB ’96, Actor/Producer
Panelists
Jessica Daniels, AB ’99, Casting Director, Jessica Daniels Casting
Sanjit De Silva, AB ’98, Actor/Producer/Director/Writer
Kelly Minster, AB ’19, Executive Producer's Assistant, Law and Order: SVU
Representation of Women in Entertainment Panel
A focus on the issues women in entertainment face, and how their path differs from men.
Moderator
Lisa Sharkey, AB ’80, SVP Director of Creative Development, HarperCollins Publishers
Panelists
Nivedita Kulkarni, BSBA ’07, CEO & Founder, Nuva
Hal Rubenstein, Writer, Designer, Founding Editor of InStyle magazine
Tanya Selvaratnam, Writer, Author, Producer
Cari Strassberg, Producer, ABC News
Evolution of Entertainment Panel
A discussion of the origins of entertainment, the issues faced today, and the future of the industry.
Moderator
Steven Beer, AB ’81, Co-Chair National Entertainment Media Practice, Lewis Brisbois
Panelists
Jen Rudin, Head of Animation and Voiceover, Independent Artist Group
Jamie Schutz, AB ’95, President, Stick Figure Entertainment
Susan Zirinksky, President, See It Now Studios
WashU recognizes the financial struggle of those who are dedicated to standing up for the WGA and SAG-AFTRA workers. Please use this code “StrikersUnite” to waive admissions. A “Strikers Unite” sticker will be available at the check-in table.
To learn more about the strikes, please visit wgfoundation.org and sagaftra.foundation.
Cost: $20 per person, registration required.
Buffet lunch, afternoon refreshments, three panels on the state of the industry, and a networking reception with drinks & light appetizers are included.
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