IIFF Los Angeles Film Financing Townhall in Hollywood (May 2011): Networking & Education for Financiers & Filmmakers

Tuesday, May 31, 2011 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM (PT)

Los Angeles, CA

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LA Film Financing Townhall at Raleigh Studios Hollywood

Film Meets Finance:
Networking & Education for
Filmmakers & Financiers

Six Insightful Talks by Leading Experts & More

*** Don't miss other events in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, New York and London ***

Abstract

"To-the-point presentations on the latest trends and targeted networking with like-minded pros set this event apart from the rest. IIFF delivers no-nonsense insight and real opportunity." — Thomas Trenker, film financier

The Los Angeles chapter of the Institute for International Film Financing (IIFF) continues its popular monthly gatherings at the junction of film & finance with a special Film Financing Townhall at the renowned Columbia College. Their facilities are conveniently located just off Melrose Avenue in Hollywood.

This grassroots community get-together is designed to foster & inform productive relationships between attendees. It provides unbiased insight & education about the business of film and film financing in particular. The event features a powerful roster of highly topical speakers from the filmmaking and financial industries. We are delighted to welcome real-world financiers among our guests!

The evening's six presentations plus panel discussion address key issues relevant to filmmakers, financiers and anyone interested in the economics, business mechanics, and financial dynamics of motion pictures. They are followed by Q&A time. Attendees also have ample opportunity to interact & network with our featured experts and amongst themselves.

An informal après-meeting celebration will take place at a nearby restaurant.

Attendees

Who should attend?

Entrepreneurs, consultants, attorneys, bankers, investment managers, venture capitalists, angel investors and other professionals with an interest in the movie business will find this event worthwhile. Everyone who cares about independent film is cordially invited to join us.

Are you considering taking an active role in film, or would you like to expand your current involvement? Don't miss this high-value yet low-cost learning experience and the opportunity to connect with like-minded peers.

Established & aspiring filmmakers looking to raise capital for their projects, production companies, movie slates, film funds or other ventures are, naturally, more than welcome as well.

Why attend?

New to film finance? Need to brush up your topical knowledge? Want to deepen your understanding? Care to participate in an ongoing conversation & community dedicated to the subject? This uniquely valuable gathering is right for you!

Gain crucial insights from leading experts in their field. Network with fellow film & finance professionals. Meet potential collaborators and future business partners. All this at a price that is hard to beat.

Program Details

Attracting Film Investors: The Art & Science of Win-Win

Joe Woolf (bio), financier with 25 years in banking & entertainment; Head of Media & Entertainment Finance at OneWest Bank, largest SoCal retail bank & lender; fmr. Managing Director at CarVal Investors & at Citibank, specializing in entertainment finance; fmr. Sr. VP & Manager of Entertainment Finance Group at Union Bank of California; fmr. VP & Manager of Film Finance Group at Daiwa Bank; fmr. Asst. VP at Bank of New York … »
Film Fund Grants: How to Capitalize on Alternative Funding

Kenneth Segura Knoll (bio), Manager at New Mexico Film Fund, private equity fund investing in NM-based film & TV projects; Managing Partner & Producer at Turquoise Trail Films, integrating traditional & non-traditional financing, production & distribution methods; Founder & Exec. Producer at production service company Southwest Communication Services; Founder & Director at Sacramento Int'l Film Festival; Managing Partner at full-service movie & TV facility Delta Studios … »
Movie Project Financing From a Financier's Perspective

Nicholas Anglewicz (bio), Asst. VP of Business Development at Endgame Entertainment; manages venture investments incl. motion design product Ambient Content & film fund Film Investimenti Piemonte s.r.l.; extensive background in financial analysis; BA in Business, Film & TV Studies from University of Surrey (UK) & MBA from Augusta State University … »
Developing a Hollywood Strategy: Who Are You & Why Should Anyone Invest in Your Film?

Tanya Kersey (bio), Founder & Exec. Director at Hollywood Black Film Festival; Founder, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief at BlackTalentNews.com; Producer & Host of "Inside Urban Hollywood"; guru of Hollywood trends with 20+ years experience in entertainment; author of "Black State of the Arts: Guide to Developing a Successful Career as a Black Performing Artist"; has appeared on news & entertainment programs on countless TV & cable networks … »
Financing Difficult Ventures: Tips for Producers & Investors

Jeff Gonzalez (bio), Chief Financial Officer at Latino media content company Maya Entertainment, providing full-service movie distribution & production; led financial operations of 4 publicly traded entertainment companies incl. film distributor Trimark (sold to Lionsgate), comedic media company National Lampoon & video game publisher Interplay; also served as executive at film studio Morgan Creek Productions; facilitated various debt & equity structures for corporate & film financing; started career at Price Waterhouse as Certified Public Accountant … »
Packaging & Financing Indies: From a Producer's Perspective

Marty Poole (bio), Co-Presisent at Fairway Film Alliance; fmr. senior executive at Photo-Kicks Cinema Group; VP of Distribution & Acquisitions at Rogue Arts from 2004 to 2007; 20+ years industry experience; numerous film & TV credits as Writer & Producer on such features as "Protecting the King" & "Standing Still" … »

Featured Moderator

Moderator headshot The event will be moderated by Brad Littlefield (bio), a successful high-tech professional turned award-winning film producer. Over the course of his career, Brad has worked with some of the most exciting startups in Northern and Southern California, among them such runaway successes as YouTube. Pursuing his love for the arts and film in particular, he co-founded DAP Studios in Los Angeles and has so far produced one feature-length movie, which was shot in New Mexico. The film recently won several festival prizes including the prestigious New Mexico Filmmaker Award. Brad believes in public service and actively supports many nonprofits. He also organizes IIFF's Film Financing Townhalls in New Mexico. »

Schedule

From	To	What
7:00 PM		Kick-Off & Welcome
7:00 PM	8:00 PM	Three Featured Presentations with Q&A (3x 20 mins)
8:00 PM	8:15 PM	Networking Break (15 mins)
8:15 PM	9:15 PM	Three Featured Presentations with Q&A (3x 20 mins)
9:15 PM	9:30 PM	Networking Break (15 mins)
9:30 PM	10:00 PM	Moderated Panel Discussion with Q&A (30 mins)
10:00 PM+		Community Time at Area Restaurant

Questions? Get answers in IIFF's Film Financing Forum!

Townhall Venue

Columbia College Chicago in LA

650 N Bronson Ave
(off Melrose Ave)
Raleigh Studios, Bronson Building, 2nd Floor, Room 204
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 960-8020

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Our Host

This month's Film Financing Townhall in Los Angeles is hosted by the esteemed Columbia College, whose five-week "Semester in L.A." immersion program takes place in Hollywood. With more than 120 programs of study and nearly 12,000 students, Columbia College Chicago is the largest and most diverse private arts and media college in the United States. Occupying 22 buildings in the heart of Chicago's South Loop, Columbia nurtures the nation's largest concentration of young creative talent. In addition to a solid academic foundation, students gain real-world experience through internships and part-time jobs in one of America's most dynamic and vibrant cities.

Very special thanks for making this event possible go to Jon Katzman, the Executive Director of Columbia's Semester in L.A.. The program offers select students highly intensive coursework, helps them rise to the top of an extremely competitive market, and provides a rare opportunity to experience the business of Hollywood first hand on a studio lot with industry professionals. Classes are held at the historic Raleigh Studios complex, Hollywood's oldest and longest continually-operated movie studio. Many graduates have gone on to work in production offices, on TV shows, at talent agencies and on film sets.

Registration

Filmmaker-friendly affordable online registration is available at the top of this page.

Ticket type	IIFF Member*	Non-member	Registration deadline
Early bird	$25	$45	3 weeks before event
Regular	$35	$55	1 week before event
Last minute	$45	$65	1 day before event
On-site (at the door)	$55	$75	Day of event

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Speaker Bios

Joe Woolf

Speaker headshot 1 is the Head of Media and Entertainment Finance at OneWest Bank, the largest southern California retail banking and lending institution. Joe previously worked as a Managing Director for both CarVal Investors and Citibank, specializing in entertainment finance. He has 25 years of experience in the banking and finance industries, with a focus in entertainment for the majority of that time. Joe received his BA in Economics from Boston University and his MBA in Finance from New York University. »

Kenneth Segura Knoll

Speaker headshot 2 is Managing Partner and Producer at Turquoise Trail Films, LLC., he is responsible for the day to day operation of the company and generally oversees capital raising, project selections and management, contract negotiations, foreign sales and domestic distribution. Kenneth is the Founder and Executive Producer of Southwest Communication Services (SCS) Inc., 1983-present, a media and entertainment company with vast experience in addressing the media communication needs of education, government, and corporate clients. He is also the Founder of the Sacremento Festival of Cinema and acted as the Director of the organization from 1995 to 2000. Additionally, Kenneth was a managing partner at Delta Studios from 1985-1997, a full service motion picture and television production facility. »

Nicholas Anglewicz

Speaker headshot 3 is the Assistant Vice President of Business Development at Endgame Entertainment. Mr. Anglewicz manages Endgame venture investments including motion design product Ambient Content, television property “Bigfoot Presents: Meteor and the Mighty Monster Trucks,” and the former Endgame/Italian film fund Film Investimenti Piemonte. He provides financial analysis and modeling across all areas of Endgame’s business including project greenlight and financing, submission financial analysis and corporate development. Mr. Anglewicz has a combined BA in Business Studies and Film & Television Studies from the University of Surrey and a MBA from Augusta State University. »

Tanya Kersey

Speaker headshot 4 is the Founder and Executive Director of the Hollywood Black Film Festival, an annual 6-day celebration of black cinema drawing together established filmmakers, popular film and TV stars, writers, directors, industry executives, emerging artists and new audiences from Southern California and around the world; and as the Founder, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the entertainment trade publication, BlackTalentNews.com, a leading entertainment industry website that offers news, information and resources relevant to Blacks in the entertainment industry. She also produces and hosts the popular internet radio show, “Inside Urban Hollywood” on BlogTalkRadio, and is a popular public speaker and workshop leader. As as Hollywood Career Strategist, Tanya provides a wide range of informational, coaching and consulting services to Hollywood hopefuls and veterans alike. Throughout her career as an entertainment journalist, Tanya developed and earned a reputation for focusing on celebrities, film, television, music, fashion, award shows, special events and the business of entertainment in a trend-setting, groundbreaking format. »

Jeff Gonzalez

Speaker headshot 5 With nearly two decades of experience in corporate finance and accounting, Jeff has an impressive track record for successfully building, strengthening and leading both privately and publicly traded entertainment corporations. A seasoned entertainment executive with a career spanning over 18 years, he has lead the financial operation of four publicly traded entertainment companies, including Trimark Holdings, Inc., National Lampoon, Inc. and Interplay Entertainment, and was also an officer at Morgan Creek Productions. Jeff was instrumental in the sale of Trimark to Lionsgate in 2000. Additionally, Jeff has established or facilitated various debt and equity structures for both corporate and film financing. Jeff began his career at Price Waterhouse in their entertainment special practice unit as a Certified Public Accountant. He holds a B.A. in Economics, from the University of California, Los Angeles. »

Marty Poole

Speaker headshot 6 Marty has worked in the film business since 1994 with a diverse resume that includes writer, director, producer, and distribution executive. As a screenwriter Marty has had four scripts produced as feature films: Protecting The King, the true-life story of David E. Stanley, the stepbrother of Elvis Presley; Reptilian, a Korean/US film production acquired by Columbia Tri-Star for worldwide rights; Diamond Run, produced by Edgewood Studios; and Ground Rules, produced by Bottom Line Films. Marty co-produced the independent film Standing Still, starring James Van Der Beek, Mina Survari, Colin Hanks and Amy Adams (academy award nominee). Standing Still was released theatrically in the US in 2006. In addition to film, Marty's television experience includes producing and co-directing the outdoors action pilot, Ocean Hunters Extreme. Marty began his career in international film distribution and he has been employed by a variety of established film production/distribution companies in both sales and acquisitions. His extensive resume includes employment at Seoul/Los Angeles based Media Film International (VP Sales & Acquisitions), United International Film Corp. (President of Distribution), American World Pictures (VP Acquisitions), G.E.L Entertainment (Film & Sales Consultant), and Artist View Entertainment (International Sales Executive). Marty also consults for Rogue Arts, a US theatrical distribution company, and has programmed The Method Fest film festival in Los Angeles. Marty is a graduate of The University of Tennessee with a major in Communications and a minor in Business. »

Brad Littlefield

Moderator

Speaker headshot 10 Brad Littlefield has worked with successful high technology startups in California, as well as in film production and television. In 2008, he co-founded DAP Studios, and in 2009, he produced his first feature film, "Becoming Eduardo" (Seth Adkins, A Martinez, Elizabeth Pena), which was shot in New Mexico. "Becoming Eduardo" recently won Best Latino Film 2009 at the Santa Fe Film Festival, along with the prestigious New Mexico Filmmaker Award. It was recognized as Best New Mexican Film and Audience Choice at the 2010 White Sands International Film Festival. Brad's entertainment experience includes talent and casting for MTV Networks and project management for YouTube. He is currently working with Open Range Pictures on the feature films "Traveling Salesmen" and "Desert Water," and with Remote Films on "The Devil of Appalachia." His interest in public service has led to active participation with many non-profit organizations including The Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center's Legal Services Department, The San Mateo County Center for Domestic Violence Prevention and Performing Arts Studio West. Brad is a Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Signatory Producer and member of the American Film Institute (AFI). »

Thomas Trenker

Founder

Speaker headshot 11 A Wall Street investment banker and Silicon Valley startup executive turned independent film financier, Thomas (LinkedIn profile | full bio) serves as Chairman of the Institute for International Film Financing (IIFF). An innovative and ambitious social-impact organization, IIFF endeavors to bridge the gap between the worlds of filmmaking and finance for the benefit of all stakeholders including the public at large. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, IIFF has active chapters in multiple cities across the U.S. and continues to expand.

In his role as Managing Director of FilmAngels, Thomas also runs the world's first professional angel investor group for film. FilmAngels has been modeled after the way successful angel networks function in Silicon Valley and adapted to the unique characteristics of the movie industry. It focuses exclusively on funding independent films and film-related ventures. FilmAngels address the unfilled need for a structured, highly efficient and ultimately more effective environment for the vetting and financing of high-risk film projects.

Don't hesitate to connect with Thomas on LinkedIn or at an upcoming IIFF meeting near you. »

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True to our proven motto of "democratizing film finance," IIFF's frequent Townhall Meetings bring together a wide array of professionals from relevant backgrounds in film, finance and beyond for a vibrant evening of insightful presentations, inspiring discussion & focused networking. Past meetings have reliably delivered useful insights into the business of film, provided valuable networking opportunities and drawn large, enthusiastic crowds.

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IIFF Los Angeles Film Financing Townhall in Hollywood (May 2011): Networking & Education for Financiers & Filmmakers

Tuesday, May 31, 2011 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM (PT)

Los Angeles, CA

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Film Meets Finance:Networking & Education forFilmmakers & Financiers

Six Insightful Talks by Leading Experts & More

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Why attend?

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Schedule

Townhall Venue

Columbia College Chicago in LA

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When

Tuesday, May 31, 2011 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM (PT)

Where

Columbia College Chicago in L.A. 650 North Bronson Avenue Raleigh Studios, Bronson Building, 2nd Floor, Room 204 Los Angeles, CA 90038

Hosted By

IIFF Greater Los Angeles

Film Meets Finance:
Networking & Education for
Filmmakers & Financiers

Columbia College Chicago in L.A.
650 North Bronson Avenue
Raleigh Studios, Bronson Building, 2nd Floor, Room 204
Los Angeles, CA 90038