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Monday, June 14
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Systemic solutions: breaking barriers and rebuilding a better entertainment industry

Monday, June 14
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Systemic solutions: breaking barriers and rebuilding a better entertainment industry

For years companies have been promising to ‘do better’ and publicly announcing metrics and mandates to improve diversity, equity and inclusion. This past year has shone a spotlight on just how much work there is still to do. Meet executives that are blazing new trails by creating organizational initiatives, empowering diverse creators, and challenging the status quo. Hear what they believe every company should be doing.


Featuring:


Karen Gray

EVP, Human Resources

A+E Networks

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Dr. Tasmin Plater

Head of HR

Endeavor Content

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Tonya Williams

Founder & Executive Director

Access Reelworld

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Grace Wu

Executive Vice President, Entertainment Casting

NBCUniversal Television and Streaming

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Moderating:


Kadon Douglas

Executive Director

BIPOC TV & Film

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