September

12th

2024

12:00pm

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1:00pm

EDT

IADAS First Look: What’s Inspiring 29th Webby Awards Jurors

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About Event:

From pioneering creators, visionary filmmakers, innovative designers, groundbreaking podcasters, and cutting-edge brand creatives, the Internet is an infinite trove of craft and creativity. With so much amazing work on all our radars, how do you make your mark in Internet history?

To celebrate the launch of our 29th Annual Webby Awards season, we’re giving our community an exclusive look at what it takes to win 'the Internet’s highest honor.' Join us for IADAS First Look: What’s Inspiring 29th Webby Awards Jurors to learn how to create groundbreaking work in today’s landscape—and get an inside look at what our esteemed judging panel is looking for this season of The Webby Awards.

Speakers

Shayla Cowan

President and Talent Manger,
Collective Edge Management

Christoph Becker

Chief Creative Officer, Whalar

Host

Nick Borenstein

General Manager, The Webby Awards

As General Manager of The Webby Awards, Nick leads strategic development, partnerships and industry relations to continue the Webbys’ mission of honoring excellence online. Nick is an award-winning producer, filmmaker, and content executive with a diverse background in film, television, audio, and digital. After roles at Topic Studios, Hud:sun Media, and Participant Media, he founded Brumor Films to create original content and manage events & partnerships for clients like The Gotham Film & Media Institute, Screen Australia, and the Consulate General of Canada. Notable credits include the Emmy-nominated series AKA WYATT CENAC, Webby Award-winning podcast MISSING RICHARD SIMMONS, and collaborations with filmmakers Sharon Horgan and Robert Kirkman.

Speaker

Dan Franks

President, Podcast Movement

Dan Franks is one of the driving forces behind Podcast Movement, the world's largest podcaster community. He's the co-founder and president, and is all about bringing podcasters together. PM throw two big conferences a year – the Podcast Movement and Evolutions conferences – and spend the rest of their time on educating and helping to build an even better podcast industry.

Before Dan jumped into the podcasting universe, he was crunching numbers as a CPA for eight years. He then switched gears to become the Business Manager and Director of Live Events at Midroll Media prior to going all-in on Podcast Movement. And before all of that – he spent his younger years globe-trotting as a professional wrestler! When he's not busy with podcasting stuff or reminiscing about his wrestling days, Dan spends his time in Dallas, Texas, enjoying life with his wife and kids.

Host

Claire Graves

Author

President, The Webby Awards

As President of The Webby Group Claire leads the team who runs The Webby Awards for the very best of the Internet, The Lovie Awards for the best of the European Internet and the newer Anthem Awards which recognizes social impact work. With over 20,000 entries collectively all three awards are the most prestigious honors within their field.

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