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Our fabulous LA-based hub, in collaboration with MUFG, served up an exciting night peppered with insights as we delved into the shifting dynamics of representation, deal-making, and entertainment production in Tinseltown and beyond. The evening's hot topic? "Borderless Entertainment: Inside Scoop from Industry Titans," attracted elite movers-and-shakers, experts who are shaping the thrilling cross-cultural future of the silver screen.
This electric panel discussion gathered an extraordinary lineup of entertainment veterans, including Brent Travers, host for the night, entertainment attorney Shep Rosenman, and casting directors Yoko Narahashi and Carla Hool, two of whom are legends in Japanese talent representation and LatinX casting, respectively. Of course, we couldn't forget celebrated manager and stylist Jeanne Yang, who was unfortunately unable to join us due to a scheduling conflict.
The vibrant conversation illuminated various hot topics reshaping today's entertainment landscape. From the evolving roles and representation in casting and production to perspectives from key dealmakers across numerous roles in the industry, it's all changing fast. And as audiences evolve, so do their expectations, leading to exciting opportunities in storytelling and talent representation.
The powerhouse panelists shared their intimate industry insights and experiences, offering a global perspective on the world of entertainment. After the panel discussion and thrilling Q&A, guests were invited to an intimate networking reception, free to continue the conversation and mingle with like-minded movers-and-shakers.
Schedule of the Event
- 6:30 PM: Doors Swing Open
- 7:00 PM - 7:10 PM: Welcome Speech
- 7:10 PM - 8:00 PM: Panel Discussion
- 8:00 PM - 8:15 PM: Question-and-Answer Session
- 8:15 PM - 10:00 PM: Networking Reception
The Great Minds Behind It All
Brent Travers
A seasoned film and TV producer and manager, Brent Travers boasts an illustrious career in the entertainment industry since 1997. With a law degree from Pepperdine and membership in the Producers Guild of America, he produced Sergio (2020), a hit featuring Wagner Moura and Ana de Armas for Netflix, among much else.
Shep Rosenman
Shep, the head honcho at RLG LLP, is an entertainment lawyer who negotiates deals for talent worldwide. Beyond his legal prowess, Shep is a multi-talented musician, songwriter, scholar of negotiations, and a dedicated teacher of effective communication.
Yoko Narahashi
As the daughter of a Japanese diplomat, Yoko Narahashi was born in Montreal and attended International Christian University before diving headfirst into acting and directing. Renowned for her groundbreaking work in Japanese talent representation, Yoko has carved out an impressive niche in the industry.
Carla Hool
One of the best casting directors on the block, Carla Hool is renowned for her exceptional talent in both film and television. Notable projects include Emilia Perez (2024), directed by Jacques Audiard and starring the likes of Zoe Saldana, Selena Gomez, and Karla Sofia Gascon.
Jeanne Yang
With a career that spans over 2 decades, Jeanne Yang is one of the world's top fashion stylists, working with A-list talent like Christian Bale and Robert Downey Jr. Her fame has earned her a much-deserved spot in our lineup, even though a scheduling conflict kept her from attending.
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- After the thrilling panel discussion about borderless entertainment, guests were invited to a networking reception, continuing the conversation with like-minded industry titans.
- Jeanne Yang, one of the world's top fashion stylists, shares her invaluable insights in the world of A-list talent, despite a scheduling conflict preventing her attendance.
- In a changing entertainment landscape, evolving roles and representations in casting and production are reshaping the future of the industry, as audiences redefine their expectations.
- Brent Travers, a film and TV producer and manager since 1997, arguably provides one of the most illustrious careers in the entertainment industry, having produced hit series like Sergio (2020) for Netflix.
- Shep Rosenman, the head honcho at RLG LLP and an entertainment lawyer, showcases his legal prowess while concurrently performing as a multi-talented musician, scholar of negotiations, and dedicated communicator.
