Jordan Jenkins, Vice President of Investments at Variant Investments, breaks down why independent film has become one of the firm’s most compelling areas of focus.
Frank Patterson, president and CEO of Trilith Studios, makes the case for why Georgia is one of the best places in the country to build and grow a business. In Patterson’s view, Georgia simply gets it. The state understands what businesses need to succeed and has created a policy environment that makes it possible.
Filmmakers and location professionals alike point to Georgia’s welcoming environment, experienced local crews and the Georgia film tax credit as major draws, while location managers give a nod to the genuine partnership and support from the Georgia Film Commission at both the city and state level.
Chelsea Spivey, Vice President of New Business Development and Production Incentives at Revolution Entertainment Services, breaks down exactly what the company does. At its core, Revolution is a production payroll company serving clients across the full spectrum of the entertainment industry.
Ryan Manthey of CAIA, the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association, shares what makes this organization a cornerstone of the alternative investment community. With 35 chapters and 14,000 members worldwide, CAIA has built a powerful global network, and the Atlanta chapter is no exception.
Lisa Anders, COO of Explore Gwinnett, shares her journey in the tourism and film industry. She speaks to Explore Gwinnett’s dual mission of driving film production business to Gwinnett County and supporting the local creative economy.
Chad Tennies, CEO and founder of Resolve Media Group, shares an exciting shift in the company’s direction. After 12 years of building intellectual property for others, Resolve Media Group is now turning the lens on itself, developing its own stories for the world to see.
By championing a homegrown film industry, Cody Chesneau is proving that Georgia doesn’t need to wait on outside companies to tell its own stories. As CEO of Film Quality Services based in Flowery Branch, Georgia, Chesneau believes that the talent, crews and infrastructure to create world-class content already exist right here in Georgia.
Ryan Johnson, founder and CEO of Cxmmunity Media, has launched The Kickback’s 2026 tour. The announcement comes on the heels of Johnson being named co-recipient of Georgia’s 2026 Entertainment Entrepreneur of the Year award alongside co-founder Chris Peay at Georgia Entertainment’s Signature 100 event at Trilith LIVE.
Stephanie Baur has built a career ensuring action sequences are both thrilling and safe, translating a director’s vision into choreography that performers and stunt teams can execute without risk