Co-Founder

Rudy Callegari is a seasoned media entrepreneur and former producer with over 25 years of experience in film, television, and commercial production. He began his career in New York and founded Bright Pictures, producing content across various platforms. In 2006, Rudy co-founded Edge Auto Rental, now a leading provider of production vehicle rentals in NYC. He also co-founded Emerald Green Trailers, offering eco-friendly mobile solutions to the entertainment industry. In 2021, he launched the Production Initiatives Association (PIA), which lobbies for film tax incentives in New York. Rudy is known for his innovation, leadership, and industry advocacy.

Co-Founder

Andrew Stern is the Founder and CEO of Be Electric Studios, a leading NYC-based production hub launched in 2014. Powered by 100% renewable energy, the studio is committed to sustainable practices, including planting five trees for every shoot or rental. Be Electric offers Level 2 Qualified soundstages, a full-service equipment house, and cutting-edge virtual production with two LED volumes specializing in in-camera VFX. Andrew also serves as Co-President of the Production Initiatives Association (PIA), which helped expand New York’s film tax credit in 2023. PIA continues to lead advocacy efforts in 2025, advancing policies to support long-term industry growth and job creation.

Executive Director West Coast

Jason Fisher, Founder, CEO, StageRunner Originally from Connecticut, Jason is a founder, award-winning producer and studio executive who has helped define the modern era of prestige television and global content production. Serving as the Head of Production at Disney+, Paramount, AMC Networks, and First Look Media, Jason has led production on iconic series including The Walking Dead, Breaking Bad, Mad Men, Loki, and The Mandalorian. Now, as the founder and CEO of StageRunner, Jason leads a fast-growing global soundstage marketplace and media company serving the production community and connecting 850+ studios across six continents. StageRunner is a growing media platform covering production and stage news, and the latest virtual production and AI technologies transforming how content gets made.

Executive Director East Coast

Jackie Stolfi, an Emmy-Nominated producer based in NYC, boasts an eclectic and impressive career in entertainment. Starting as a script intern on "Late Night with Conan O’Brien", she quickly rose through the ranks, honing her skills on iconic shows like "Sex and the City".Jackie's diverse production experience spans film, TV, new media, and various formats from single-camera to multi-cam, short to long form. She's produced 250 +hours of content acrosspilots, TV and web series, features, and animation, while also making her mark in the indie scene.  Her independent film career extends over two decades with notable projects screened at Tribeca, Woodstock, SXSW and Vancouver Film Festivals.  As an Executive of RIPFEST Film Festival, she shepherded 85+ short films. 

B.I. Production Works - Founder

Ben Patel is the founder of B.I. Production Works. He is also the co-founder of Emerald Green Trailers and GreenLite Trailers.

Cinelease Studios

Gannon Murphy, a veteran of the entertainment industry since 1996, leads Cinelease Studios with a focus on strategic growth and innovation in studio and lighting services. His advocacy has helped shape film tax incentive policy in Georgia, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. As Board Chair of the Georgia Screen Entertainment Coalition and President of the Screen Alliance of New Jersey, he’s lobbied for legislation driving investment and job creation. Gannon also serves on several trade association boards and promotes industry safety through the Safety for Sarah Film Foundation. His community work includes leadership with the Alzheimer’s Association and record-breaking fundraising at the 2023 Atlanta Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Newel Props

Jake Baer is the fourth-generation CEO of Newel, a historic antiques company founded in 1939, and the creator of Newel Props, a leading source for set decor in film, TV, and theater. His work has supported major productions like John Wick, The Greatest Showman, and Saturday Night Live. Jake also serves on the board of the Set Decorators Society of America (SDSA), where he helps strengthen ties between prop houses and the entertainment industry. Under his leadership, Newel has expanded into auctions and grown into one of the largest decorative arts dealers in the country.

Producer

Adam Brightman is a producer, line producer, and production manager with over 35 years of experience in film and television. His feature credits include Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist, Two Family House (Sundance Audience Award), On_Line (Sundance 2002), and I Think I Love My Wife. Other credits include Leave the World Behind, Basquiat, The Dark Tower, and You Don’t Mess With the Zohan. In television, he’s worked on Dexter: New Blood, Power, Pan Am, and Escape at Dannemora. Adam has also produced commercials, music videos, and branded content for major clients. He serves on the boards of the Adrienne Shelley Foundation and the Production Initiatives Association, and is a member of the DGA.

CarStage

Joseph White is a producer and visionary with over two decades of senior-level experience at the intersection of storytelling and technology. A member of both the Producers and Directors Guilds, he is committed to building a sustainable industry. In 2021, he founded CarStage, a virtual production studio in NYC that completed 65 projects in two years and was recognized by Epic Games and Sony as the world’s most consistently active VP stage. Previously VP of Original Programming at Marvel Television, he produced Luke Cage, Iron Fist, and The Punisher. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Joseph began his career under Francis Ford Coppola and has produced for 40 Acres and a Mule, ILM, Disney, Netflix, and HBO.