LeaderSpeak
Film Finances International (FFI) on How to Secure…
Film Finances International President Steven Berman breaks down how completion bonds de-risk the film business, unlock institutional capital, and navigate today’s post-COVID independent cinema market.
Rocket Fund Canada: Inside the Equity Playbook for…
Rocket Fund Canada President & CEO Agnes Augustin explains how a not-for-profit equity fund is adapting to a fractured kidsโ content market.
KINO CEO on Fast, Secure Video Sharing & Indi…
Kino CEO Daril Fannin joins LeaderSpeak to discuss ScreenKey’s production infrastructure and his playbook for de-risking indie film financing.
Content Acquisition, Distribution & Licensing
ITV Studios Is Betting Big on Digital-First IP
Julie Meldal-Johnsen discusses ITV Studios’ digital evolution, global partnerships, creative co-productions, and navigating modern drama financing models.
STARZPLAY on Cricket, Content Partnerships, and St…
This episode details Starzplay’s hybrid AVOD+SVOD model, strategic content partnerships, and its position as the “home of cricket” in the MENA region. Head of Content…
OSN: Exploring the Dynamics of Content Acquisition…
In this episode of Leaderspeak, Atul Phadnis sits down with Rolla Karam, Senior Vice President of Content Acquisition at OSN. They discuss OSN’s expansion into…
Myriad Pictures’ President Kirk D’Amic…
In this episode of LeaderSpeak, Atul Phadnis welcomes Kirk DโAmico, President of Myriad Pictures. They explore the evolving landscape of independent film, covering international co-productions,…
Decoding the MENA Content Market: Front Row’…
Gianluca Chakra details his 22-year journey in the MENA content market, discussing the shift from DVD to SVOD, the rise of Arabic production, and the…
Radial Entertainment: Forging a Content Distributi…
In this episode, we speak with Garson Foos, CEO of Radial Entertainment, about the company’s recent merger with FilmRise, its diverse content portfolio, and its…
Content Production – Studios to Indies
The Viral Fever (TVF) on IP Ownership, Brand Integ…
Explore how TVF dominates Indian content through low-cost production, brand partnerships, strong IP ownership, and ambitious global expansion.
Red Bull Studios – Giving Wings to Global St…
Philipp Manderla discusses Red Bull Studios’ role as an independent production company creating premium, unscripted commercial content and co-productions.
CAKE Entertainment On The New Rules of Animation…
CEO Ed Galton shares insights on navigating shifts in kids’ entertainment, brand partnerships, and emerging production financing models for global success.
ITV Studios on the Evolution and Economics of Glob…
Mike Beale explains how one of the world’s leading television production networks manages a pipeline of over 200 active format versions globally , navigates the…
Trino Motion Pictures on Africa’s New Distri…
Uche shares how Trino Motion Pictures evolved from a production-first outfit into a global, distribution-driven powerhouse.
Baobab Studio Is Building the Next-Gen Animation S…
In this episode of Vitrina LeaderSpeak, Atul Phadnis welcomes Larry Cutler, co-founder and CTO of the 10-time Emmy Award-winning Baobab Studios. A veteran of Pixar…
Film Commissions, Government & Industry Bodies
Spain Film Commission is Changing the Game
Discover how Spainโs film commissions and regional tax regimes, offering up to 60% incentives, attract major global productions and high-budget US streamers.
Inside UK Screen Alliance: Visual Effects, Tax Ref…
In this episode, we speak with Neil Hatton, CEO of UK Screen Alliance, the advocacy body for 190+ VFX, animation, and post-production companies across Britain.…
Production Incentive Scheme For Production Of Fore…
In this episode of Vitrina Podcast, Mr. Prithul Kumar, serving as Joint Secretary (Films) & Managing Director at NFDC under the Ministry of Information and…
Impact of Hollywood Strikes & Gen AI on Post-…
The third episode of Vitrina Podcast, we welcome Seth Hallen, Managing Director, Light Iron and President, Hollywood Professional Association (HPA) and also a Board Member,…
Financing & Investment Funds
Inside Patriot Pictures’ Gap Financing Playb…
Patriot Pictures’ Michael Mendelsohn explores the business of independent film financing. He reveals strategies on gap financing against unsold territories, structuring rebates and tax incentives…
Qualia Legacy Advisors On Slate Deals, IP & P…
Qualia Legacy Advisors Founder Isaac Palmer breaks down the realities of entertainment investment banking, slate financing, and how private equity is reshaping media deals.
Red Bull Studios – Giving Wings to Global St…
Philipp Manderla discusses Red Bull Studios’ role as an independent production company creating premium, unscripted commercial content and co-productions.
How QC Entertainment is Disrupting the Hollywood S…
This episode features an in-depth conversation with Ray Mansfield, founding partner of QC Entertainment, who provides a masterclass on their vertically integrated studio model ,…
9 Oscar Nominations & $100M+ Box Office: The…
IPR.VC is a London-based fund management company that connects institutional capital with the film and content industry. Founded in Helsinki in 2014, the firm manages…
The Marty Supreme Model: How IPR.VC Scales Indie H…
IPR.VC is a London-based content investment fund that deploys equity capital into slate deals with established studios and production partners, including A24, XYZ Films, MK2,…
IP Monetization & Licensing
From Concept to Camera: Unpacking the Vitrina and…
The conversation discusses the alliance between Vitrina AI and Storied Media Group and how it impacts the entertainment industry. The partnership aims to provide market…
Localization & Language Technology
Deepdub Decoded: Building the Emotional AI Voice S…
In this episode of Vitrina LeaderSpeak, we sit down with Ofir Krakowski, Founder and CEO of DeepDub, to explore how AI is transforming the future…
Merging AI, Cloud, and Broadcast: Inside AI-Mediaโ…
In this episode of LeaderSpeak, Tony Abrahams, co-founder and CEO of Ai-Media, takes us through the companyโs 20-year journey from captioning pioneer to AI-powered global…
Transforming Hollywood Voices: Executive Insights…
Alex Serdiuk, CEO of Respeecher, discusses the revolutionary impact of their AI-driven synthetic voice technology on Hollywood and global entertainment, emphasizing ethical use and creative…
Books, Music, and Multilingual Avatars: Guildhawk…
In this episode of the Vitrina podcast, Jurga Zilinskiene, founder and CEO of Guildhawk, explores the intersection of technology, creativity, and global business in the…
Neural Garage (VisualDub): Synchronizing Sight and…
In this episode of the Vitrina Podcast, Atul sits down with Mandar and Shubho from Neural Garage (VisualDub)ย to tackle one of the entertainment industry’s most…
VFX & Automated Dubbing: Game-Changing Innova…
In this episode of Vitrina Podcast, we welcome Matt Panousis, Co-Founder & COO at Monsters Aliens Robots Zombies (MARZ), an AI-enabled VFX company that collaborates…
Media Technology & Workflow Infrastructure
Medianova’s CDN Success Story in the Middle…
Tune in for a fascinating conversation with Serkan Sevim, Founder and CEO of Medianova, as he discusses the company’s 20-year journey, technology-enabled video delivery, and…
Inside Zixi: Marc Aldrich on Redefining Live Video…
In this LeaderSpeak episode, Marc Aldrich, CEO of Zixi, discusses his career journey and the innovations his company is bringing to the entertainment supply chain.…
Inside the MovieLabs 2030 Vision ft. Leon Silverma…
In this episode of LeaderSpeak, we sit down with Hollywood tech pioneer Leon Silvermanโfounder of HPA (Hollywood Professional Association), former Disney and Netflix exec, and…
Emotion is Data: Vionlabs on the Future of Film Co…
Arash Pendari of Vionlabs explains how AI-driven emotional analysis, metadata enrichment, and asset generation are transforming content packaging, personalization, and monetization for global streaming platforms.
Revolutionizing Script Workflows: How Scriptation…
How an Emmy-winning app is helping film productions go digital, save time, and boost efficiency.
Limecraft: Pioneering Workflow Automation
In this episode of the Vitrina podcast, Atul speaks with Maarten Verwaest, co-founder of Limecraft, about the company’s innovative solutions in media asset management and…
VFX, Animation & Post Production
Cinesite’s Andy McNamara on Responsible AI i…
In this episode, Atul interviews Andy McNamara, Generative AI Lead at Cinesite, about how the VFX and animation studio navigates the evolving landscape of generative…
The CEO Masterclass: Culture, Crisis, and Compound…
Welcome to this special edition of LeaderSpeak featuring Duncan McWilliam, co-founder and CEO of Outpost VFX, who joins us from the UK. We discuss his…
A Talk with Framestore’s John Kilshaw: A Dee…
In this 50th episode of LeaderSpeak, Framestoreโs Creative Director & VFX Supervisor John Kilshaw shares his journey from a runner at DNEG to leading global…
Inside Illuminate Hollywood with Jim Hardy &…
In the episode, step inside Illuminate Hollywood with Jim Hardy and Vanessa Stinnett, where iconic films and shows are brought back to life for new…
PhantomFX: Blending Art, AI & Innovation in V…
From childhood passion to a publicly-listed global VFX powerhouse, PhantomFX blends cutting-edge technology, creativity, and leadership to bring fantastical worlds and creatures to life.
DigitalFilm Tree On Transforming Post-Production G…
In this conversation, Ramy Katrib, CEO of DigitalFilm Tree, discusses the company’s role in the post-production industry, emphasizing their focus on data and collaboration. The…
Other Categories
Lee & Thompson’s Sam Tatton-Brown on De…
In this LeaderSpeak episode, Sam Tatton-Brown, Partner at Lee & Thompson, explores the financing of hits like The Apprentice and Prima Facie. From the firmโs…
Peachtree Media Partners: Bridging the Gap Between…
In this episode, Atul Phadnis welcomes Joshua Harris, President and Managing Partner of Peachtree Media Partners. They explore the evolving landscape of film financing, the…
COL Group’s Strategy with ReelShort and the…
In this episode of Vitrina LeaderSpeak Podcast, Atul Phadnis sits down with Timothy Oh from the COL Group to explore the explosive rise of micro-dramas…
Goldfinch’s Strategy for Financial Sustainab…
Kirsty Bell, founder and CEO of Goldfinch, discusses her journey from the financial world to transforming the independent film industry through disciplined business models and…
Head Gear Films CEO Phil Hunt on Why Film Finance…
Phil Hunt, CEO of Head Gear Films, discusses the company’s 25-year journey from production to financing over 550 films. He analyzes the current difficult landscape…
Beyond Bollywood: Unpacking India’s Regional…
This episode of LeaderSpeak features Naveen Chandra, CEO and Founder of 91 Film Studios, who discusses his transition from media executive to filmmaker, the founding…
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