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IIFF is coming to the East Bay!
This "grassroots" community event of the Institute for International Film Financing (IIFF) features a powerful roster of highly topical speakers from the worlds of film and finance. We are delighted to again welcome real-world financiers among our guests for the evening.
IIFF's one-of-a-kind mission is to sustainably expand the scope & appeal of film financing, and to do so for the benefit of the public at large. True to IIFF's motto, "democratizing film financing," our monthly Townhall Meetings bring together a wide array of professionals from relevant backgrounds in film, finance and beyond for a vibrant evening of insightful presentations and speeches, inspiring discussion and focused networking. Past meetings (e.g.: July in Palo Alto | June in San José | May in San Francisco | April at Stanford) have reliably delivered useful insights into the business of film, provided valuable networking opportunities, and managed to draw large and enthusiastic crowds.
Who should attend? Entrepreneurs, technologists, attorneys, bankers, venture capitalists and other non-film professionals are cordially invited to learn more about independent film. Are you considering taking an active role in film or would you like to expand your current involvement? Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the like-minded... Established and aspiring filmmakers are, naturally, more than welcome to join us as well!
The evening's five presentations & panel discussion will address key issues relevant to filmmakers, financiers, and anyone interested in the economics, business mechanics, and financial dynamics of film. They will be followed by Q&A time. Attendees will also have ample opportunity to interact & network with our distinguished presenters and panelists and amongst themselves.
An informal après-meeting celebration will take place at an area restaurant.
The event will be moderated by Thomas Trenker (bio | profile) who founded the nonprofit Institute for Int'l Film Financing and runs FilmAngels, the world's first professional angel investor organization for independent film. Besides that and organizing a variety of events and initiatives at the junction of filmmaking, entrepreneurship and venture capital, Thomas is always on the lookout for worthwhile and intruiging new indie film projects that are seeking investor financing. Don't hesitate to connect with Thomas through LinkedIn or in person at the upcoming meeting.
Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts (f.k.a. Alice Arts Center)
1428 Alice Street (at 14th St. btw. Harrison & Jackson St.)
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 451-6100
Map: See the map at AOL, Yahoo, Google or Ask.
Driving directions from San Francisco: Take SF Bay Bridge to 580 E toward Downtown Oakland. Follow signs to 980 W; exit at 18th St. onto Brush St. toward 14th St. Go left on 17th St. R on Alice St.
Nearest BART station (approx. 1/3 mile away): 12th St. Oakland City Center Station at 1245 Broadway
Walking directions from BART: From 12th St. Oakland station, walk one block to 13th & Broadway. Walk up 13th St. approximately 4 blocks to Alice St. (the next cross street from Broadway will be Franklin). Turn left on Alice. Walk one block on Alice to arts center.
Our Host:
Very special thanks go to the Oakland Film Society and its Founding Director, David N. Roach, organizers of the 5th Oakland Int'l Film Festival on September 20-24. David has graciously agreed to host this month's IIFF Townhall Meeting at one of OIFF's premier screening venues, the Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts.
The Oakland Film Society, a California non-profit corporation, has made it its mission to promote, support, and educate about the art of filmmaking in the City of Oakland and around the world. To that end, the Oakland Film Society presents the annual Oakland Int'l Film Festival (OIFF). OIFF showcases a diverse collection of international narrative, documentary and animated films at Oakland's Grand Lake Theater and Malonga Theater.
6:00-6:30 pm ... Registration and introductions
6:30-8:10 pm ... Five featured presentations with Q&A (5x 20 min)
8:10-8:30 pm ... Networking break (20 min)
8:30-9:00 pm ... Moderated panel discussion with Q&A (30 min)
9:00-10:00 pm ... Community time at area restaurant
1) Blending Art & Commerce: Movie Deals That Work
by James Dalessandro, Professional Screenwriter, Novelist & Film Producer
2) Entrepreneurship in Film: Purpose & Power of Film Business Plans
by Sandra Richman, Principal at Finanswer; Film business plan consultant
3) Digital Filmmaking Revolution: New Technologies Empower Filmmakers & Financiers
by Steffen Frost, Founder & CEO at Cinegest; Digital cinema entrepreneur
4) Venture Capital for Film: Understanding & Applying the VC Financing Model
by Saad Khan, Venture Partner at Garage Technology Ventures
5) Hollywood Profits Redux: Drivers of Motion Picture Profitability
by Thomas Trenker, Founder & Chairman at Institute for International Film Financing (bio)
Online registration is available at http://iiff-townhall-eb.mollyguard.com (top of this page)
Early bird registration NLT September 18th:
IIFF Member ... $20 if registered online no later than September 18th
Non-member ... $30
Regular registration NLT September 20th:
IIFF Member ... $30 if registered online no later than September 20th
Non-member ... $40
On-site registration:
IIFF Member ... $40
Non-member ... $50
NOTE: Non-member portion of attendance fee can be credited towards IIFF annual membership fee.
To learn more about membership with IIFF, email us at membership@filmfinancing.org, or approach an IIFF team member at or after the event.
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The Buzz: It follows a sampling of what others are saying about IIFF meetings... "Wow. Last night was great! I want to thank you again for the inspiring work you do. This is such a big need [...] and you're truly doing the work of angels (literally and figuratively)." — Brant Smith, Producer, Quality of Life "I really must say that I found all speakers very interesting, and I was hanging on their every word. IIFF, the mission and content, seems to be a good fit for me, because it is my dream to run a medium size production house. [...] Thank you, BIG THANK YOU [...], for inviting me to this very quality and important event." — John Henry, Producer & Owner, John Henry Filmworks "Let me again say I think you did a great job putting yesterday's event together -- great crowd, smart presentation, lots of enthusiasm." — David Rosen, Convener & Executive Producer, Digital Independence "Wow! For such a moderate investment, so much information. So much good networking. I hope you are proud of the magic you've created with IIFF." — Kevin Morrison, Writer/Director/Producer of independent film & TV "I just wanted to say thanks for another great and informative meeting. The speakers were impressive and I made some good contacts." — Jesse Ford, Founder & Executive Director, Group Hug Productions "IIFF and FilmAngels has really impressed me so far with its focus on the independent film community. I've traveled and interacted with film organizations around the world [...]." — Jin Woo Joo, Founder, Cinemasports Would you like to speak out? Send your comments to team@filmfinancing.org. |
Please direct all your questions and inquiries regarding this event to team@filmfinancing.org.
Having trouble with Mollyguard or PayPal? Please use our alternative payment option or, if that fails, get help in IIFF's online forum. (You can also notify us by email well in advance of the event and register on-site.)
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The Institute for International Film Financing (IIFF) is an innovative, independent social-impact organization that endeavors to bridge the gap between the worlds of filmmaking and finance for the benefit of all stakeholders – including the public at large.
IIFF was founded by Thomas Trenker in 2003 and incorporated in California as a not-for-profit, public benefit corporation. Headquartered in San Francisco, IIFF currently has chapters in the SF Bay Area, New York City, New England, Florida, Los Angeles, Washington, DC, London, and the Pacific Northwest.
Help us expand further, or join our online community at http://forum.filmfinancing.org to keep in touch with a growing number of filmmakers and financiers!
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