December 4 & 5, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA

Impact + Profit Conference

Entertainment to Change the World

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An old belief in the entertainment industry is that storytellers must choose between impact and profit. The Impact + Profit Conference is here to turn that belief upside down.

Relive the Energy of Impact + Profit 2024

The Impact + Profit Conference 2024 was an unforgettable gathering of social entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders. For three days, we connected through dynamic keynotes and workshops, forging meaningful partnerships and building a powerful foundation for a more impactful future.

We invite you to explore the full 2024 conference on our official archived site. Immerse yourself in the photo gallery, watch the keynotes from our incredible speakers, and see the full agenda that sparked so much conversation.

Explore the 2024 Conference Archive

Confirmed Panels

More panels coming soon...

Moving Mental Health out of the Shadows

SIE Academic Certification Program

From Insight to Spotlight: An Impact Workshop

Non-Fiction and Impact

The Transformative Power of XR

“The Pitt”: The Power of Authentic Stories to Drive Action

“My Dead Friend Zoe” & PTSD

Financing SIE – Plenary

Get Tickets for the IMPACT + PROFIT Conference!

Early Bird Ticket

$275

Available until October 19th

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Regular Ticket

$375

 

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Students

$125

Must be actively enrolled

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Ticket Includes:

✔ Full 2-Day Access to inspirational panels;
✔ Participation in enriching learning workshops;
✔ 6x Networking opportunities to build valuable connections;
✔ Complimentary food and drink throughout both days;
✔ Exclusive cocktail-party admission, reserved for speakers and ticket holders

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About the Conference

Join us December 4th and 5th, in Los Angeles, CA, Skirball Cultural Center.

At the Impact + Profit Conference on December 4th and 5th, 2024, learn how you can implement a “double bottom line” on your projects, meet producers and storytellers who specialize in impact and build powerful relationships that will take your ventures to another level of effectiveness, profitability and social benefit.

The conference will be held in Los Angeles Skirball Cultural Center and will be jointly hosted by the SIE Society and Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs.

SIE Society is the leading global alliance in Social Impact Entertainment. Its mission is to educate, connect and empower professionals in entertainment, non-profit and business to harness storytelling for greater social good and measurable impact.

A recognized world leader in social and behavior change communication and knowledge management programs, the Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs is committed to evidence-based advocacy, strong partnerships and capacity strengthening to nurture a global network of health, development and communication champions who are ready to respond to evolving challenges in their countries and communities.

CCP manages more than 60 projects that reach millions of people in more than 45 countries. CCP is based at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore.

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Conference Venue

Skirball Cultural Center

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Venue

Skirball Cultural Center

2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049

Transport

The Skirball Cultural Center is located in the Sepulveda Pass just off the 405 Freeway, 2.5 miles south of the 101 Freeway. Traveling north or south on the 405, take the Skirball Ctr Dr exit and make a right onto Sepulveda Blvd.

For rideshare and taxi drop-off—From Sepulveda Blvd, the driver should turn into the Skirball campus on the north side, at Herscher Way, proceed down the driveway approximately 150 yards, and drop you off by the front steps at our Main Entrance. For the safety of you and others, please make sure your driver does not drop you off on Sepulveda Blvd.

Parking

During normal business hours, visitor parking is FREE at the Skirball. 

Parking is available in the Skirball’s North Parking garage, located underground at the north end of the Skirball’s main driveway, approximately 150 yards north of our Main Entrance. Parking is also available in the East Parking garage, located across Sepulveda Blvd.

Hotel Angeleno – West LA

Down the 405 freeway from LAX, 4 miles from Skirball, Hotel Angeleno offers unparalleled views of Los Angeles with fantastic service, comfortable accommodations and a range of amenities from a workout gym, pool, and rooftop bar.

Courtyard by Marriott – Sherman Oaks

A little further from LAX, and 3.4 miles from Skirball, this hotel is located in the San Fernando Valley. Amenities include a fitness center, flat-screen TVs, and marble bathrooms. A refrigerator and coffee facilities are also available for guests.

For those booking with government rates, book directly at Marriott.com and select “Government rate.” Please note, at checkin staff will ask for proof of government employment, with valid travel orders proving official business. The government rate is not valid for contractors, subsidiaries, and non-profits. For questions, we suggest calling the hotel in advance to pre-clear documents.