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Roundtable Entertainment is a powerhouse multi-platform content creator. We create, produce and distribute high quality films, scripted and unscripted television and podcasts for a diverse audience. Our strategic business model synergizes content and OTT distribution, allowing us to efficiently exploit IP across an expanding spectrum of platforms and windows. We were formed by a group of highly experienced leaders from across the entertainment industry, bringing to the table an exceptional mix of knowledge, high profile relationships, access to quality IP and financial structuring acumen. Roundtable's scripted strategy is to take advantage of the exploding demand for quality IP through feature films, episodic/TV, podcasts and Web3. https://www.roundtable-ent.com/

B Studios is a first of its kind 360 cannabis culture platform for media, merchandise and touring. We discovered early on that there was a substantial opportunity in the cannabis and film culture to deliver entertaining content, and use it to market high quality cannabis products available in all legal markets. We’ve coined this “The Smoke Along” experience using cannabis influenced content to push the IP and merchandise. In the last 5 years Budding Equity (B Studios) has created joint ventures with Kevin Smith and Ice Cube in creating their cannibis IP’s. Both have been successful, premium experiences and further more given us our proof of concept that the model works and is profitable if you utilize the for revenue platform.

Los Angeles, California, Us

Digital Riot Media (DRM) has built a slate of episodic and feature length content focused on D2C distribution, streamers and traditional studios where appropriate. Our first direct-to-consumer feature, "FML" was well received 4.5/5 stars across the majority of platforms. Our second movie, "Happy Death Day" and the sequel, "Happy Death Day 2U" opened theatrically and grossed a combined $185M on $14M in production spend. Next up is the reboot of the Stephen King classic. "Children of the Corn" which is slated to be released later this year. We are also developing episodic series across the streamers. In addition to a large development slate, our highly experienced team is developing distribution solutions for platforms which will allow us to scale and distribute content efficiently. ✔ Assembled a top-notch creative and technical team in order to create premium content and an efficient distribution platform.✔ Building strategic partnerships both domestically and abroad in order to efficiently monetize and distribute digital content.✔ Navigated complex financial matters in order to help assemble a syndicate of private equity and venture capital to successfully produce and distribute online content.►►Strengths and specialties: Digital Media, Digital Distribution, Distribution Platforms, Distribution Technology, Direct To Fan Marketing, Distribution Strategies, Digital Marketing, Branding, Private Equity, Start-Ups, International Partnerships, International Distribution, New Media, Content Development, Content Strategy, Social Media, Mobile Technology, Social Networking, Emerging Technologies, Media Acquisition, Media Aggregation, Financing, Distribution, Leadership, Negotiations, Strategic Alliances, Strategic Partnerships, Digital Technology, Management, Financing, Media Management, Monetizing Media

Tungsten Media Ventures was launched to provide an outlet for digital and traditional media projects including a diverse range of digital content. As Managing Director, I oversee business operations and provide leadership and direction in financing, creating, acquiring, and distributing digital media in domestic and international markets.We work with companies and stakeholders in the U.S. and overseas to acquire and distribute traditional media through new venues while developing quality content from the ground up. I have also established trusted partnerships with technology, finance, and entertainment / media companies.✔ Advised media group on the convergence of traditional and digital movie making. ✔ Advised a Chinese media company on financing, producing, and distributing traditional and digital media movies in the U.S. market.✔ Partnered with technology firms in establishing long-range distribution solutions for acquired media.✔ Navigated complex legal matters, opportunity analyses, and cash flow projections in order to assemble a syndicate of private equity and venture capital firms to successfully acquire, aggregate, and distribute traditional films online.✔ Built a reputation for providing clients and stakeholders with in-depth business and financial information, including well-considered insights on the financial, operational, and other requirements for each media initiative—and a clear picture of how (and how much) money will be made for each project.►►Strengths and specialties: Digital Media, Content Development, Digital Distribution, Private Equity, New Media, Social Media, Mobile Technology, Social Networking, Emerging Technologies, Media Acquisition, Media Aggregation, Financing, Distribution, Consulting, Leadership, Negotiations, Strategic Alliances, Partnerships, Digital Technology, Management, Financing, Media Management, Monetizing Media

Drawing on years of experience in the media and entertainment industry, I managed the financing, production, and distribution of feature films that made a powerful and profitable impact with global audiences. I developed and sustained strong, trusting relationships with banking firms, foreign sales, and distribution companies, as well as other industry leaders, decision makers, and top-tier talent.My work with John Baldecchi Productions focused on traditional film and television projects, and allowed me to explore new opportunities in digital and new media by launching Tungsten Media Ventures.✔Developed a large slate of features, one of which would later become "Happy Death Day" as well as a slate of episodic shows.✔ Produced the remake of "Point Break" for Alcon Entertainment and Warner Bros., directed by Ericson Core. The movie was filmed in 11 countries and starred Edgar Ramirez and Luke Bracey.✔ Led production of "Odd Thomas" (based on the international bestselling novel by Dean Koontz, directed by Stephen Sommers, and starring Anton Yelchin and Willem Dafoe) and "Conan the Barbarian" (reboot of Robert E. Howard's novels, directed by Marcus Nispel and starring Jason Mamoa and Stephen Lang), among many other projects.►►Strengths and specialties: Media Production, Film Production, Television Production, Content Development, Financing, Distribution, International Distribution, Negotiations, Acquisitions, Business Management, Financial Analysis, Strategic Alliances, Management, Leadership, Partnerships, Technology, Foreign Sales, Foreign Distribution, U.S. & International Markets, Media, Entertainment

Culver City, Ca, Us

Beginning in 2001, I established and led all operations, financing, and creative efforts of Sony-financed, Sony-based film production and management company that created and distributed media properties with every major Hollywood studio, broadcast, and cable network.✔ Persistently tracked and successfully monetized industry and cultural trends by targeting, pursuing, and negotiating intellectual property (IP) deals with technology companies for video game and toy rights.✔ Tirelessly pursued and secured a first-of-its-kind, all-rights deal with Mattel for their premium Hot Wheels brand (negotiations spanned over four years).✔ Successfully produced and managed "The Mexican" (starring Brad Pitt and Julia Roberts), "UltraViolet" (starring Milla Jovovich), "88 Minutes" (starring Al Pacino), and other properties.►►Strengths and specialties: Media, Film, International Distribution, Domestic Distribution, Negotiations, Acquisitions, Financing, Business Management, Financial Analysis, Strategic Alliances, Rights, Film Production, Management, Leadership, Partnerships, Video Games, Gaming, IP, Intellectual Property, Technology