Hollywood Professional Association

Will we see you at the sold out NET Roundtables next week? Thanks to our sponsor?Zixi, we’re bringing together top industry voices for an afternoon of insightful discussions! Meet two more of our amazing moderators, Andre Roelofs (Eurora Labs) and Rachel Jobin as they discuss security and transparency in AI startups—presented by the Young Entertainment Professionals.

The image of the T-1000 melting to pure liquid and then walking out of the fire has been in my mind a lot lately. The entertainment industry is melting down and reforming itself into a new shape. AI is reshaping creative roles and workflows, studios are slashing costs (and staff), chasing tax incentives across the globe while the YouTube/creator economy is ascending. Career paths that once felt stable might now look like heat shimmer, leaving many professionals wondering: What’s next? How do we reshape ourselves as we emerge from the fire? Join me for a candid conversation next Thursday at Hollywood Professional Association's NET Event about adapting in this time of disruption, leveraging your core skills, and forging a career that remains engaging, fluid, and resilient. "The future is not set. There is no fate but what we make ourselves."?–?Terminator 2: Judgment Day

Join us at NAB for multiple opportunities to connect, network, and collaborate with the HPA community! ?? Book a Meeting Want to chat about sponsorships, partnerships, or future opportunities? Schedule time with Joyce JC Cataldo, Head of Development & Strategy. ?? Lumen Technologies x Cisco NAB Kickoff Event | April 6 | 8:15 PM Kick off NAB with high-end bites, drinks, and an exclusive networking experience presented by HPA & Infinity Festival Hollywood at Carversteak, Resorts World. This event will fill up quickly! ?? #GALSNGEAR 10th Anniversary Event | April 7 | 7:30 PM Celebrate 10 years of #GALSNGEAR and the growing global community of women in media & entertainment at Firefly Tapas Kitchen & Bar, sponsored in part by HPA Women in Post. RSVP to one of these events or book a meeting here: https://bit.ly/4bGY8FU See you in Vegas!

Our March 27 NET Roundtables are officially SOLD OUT!??? If you secured your spot, don’t miss?John Harris (HardingFPA)?as he moderates an important discussion on?Photosensitive Epilepsy Testing Delivery Requirements. Make sure to join as a member to get early access to all future HPA events: https://bit.ly/4gDvuaK #NETRoundtables #MediaTech #Networking

Did you miss the HPA Tech Retreat last month? Catch up on all the most important conversations at our NET Roundtables on March 27th! Only a few tickets remain, don't be left out: https://bit.ly/3Xa0RBE

Join?Christine Carr?at our next NET Roundtable as she leads a discussion on?“Liquid State: Career Resilience in the Current Landscape,”?presented by HPA Women in Post. With experience shaping groundbreaking productions like?Avatar?and?Game of Thrones, Christine has been at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology in storytelling. Now an independent consultant and post producer, she’ll share insights on adapting to industry shifts, staying ahead of emerging workflows, and future-proofing your career. Don’t miss these invaluable discussions! Register now: https://bit.ly/4175C18

All of your favorite media & entertainment tech talks from the 2025 Tech Retreat (and more!) coming to LA for our March 27 NET Roundtables! Don't miss out on these important conversations that drive the industry forward. Save your seat: https://bit.ly/4175C18 #NETRoundtables #HPATechRetreat #MediaTech

Are you staying ahead of industry changes? ?? Join Melissa Patack?from the?Motion Picture Association?at our?March 27 NET Roundtables?as she discusses the?California Production Coalition?and efforts to enhance the?California Film & Television Tax Credit program. Join this discussion (and many others!) and register now: https://bit.ly/4175C18

Last month, I had the amazing opportunity to speak at the HPA Tech Retreat on the ‘Art of Filmmaking: Mastering Affordable Film Production’ panel! ??? Alongside powerhouse industry leaders Lina Sánchez-Salamanca,Tahirah F., Starry Ye, and Brian Tran, we explored how constraints fuel creativity, balancing tradition with new tech, and the power of collaboration. One key takeaway? Limitations don’t stifle creativity—they ignite it. Some of the most compelling storytelling happens when filmmakers are pushed to think outside the box. As I shared during the panel: "Everything we create has the potential to shape the next zeitgeist." As the next generation of creatives and future execs, we have a responsibility to approach everything we do with intention—even the seemingly mundane tasks. Huge thanks to the Hollywood Professional Association for this platform and to everyone who joined the conversation. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in media, entertainment, and beyond! ?? And congratulations to the new HPA Young Entertainment Professionals class! #HPA #HPATechRetreat #Filmmaking #Creativity #Storytelling #HPAYEP

A huge thank you to the Hollywood Professional Association, TMT Insights, and Rise for an incredible International Women's Day event at Sorry Not Sorry LA! It was an inspiring gathering that highlighted the strength, resilience, and leadership of women in the media & entertainment industry. Grateful for the opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the impact we all make together. Thank you to our hosts, Rossy E. Eguigure, Patricia M., and Beatriz Rodriguez. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInTech #WomenInPost