Date: December 5, 2024 Time: 9:40am - 10:30am Location: Magnin Auditorium

Exploring the Post Participant World: Plenary with David Linde

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Join us for an insightful conversation with David Linde, a leading film executive known for his transformative approach to social impact content. As CEO of Participant, David led the largest studio dedicated to Social Impact Entertainment, and expanded the reach of films through integrated impact campaigns, harnessing digital resources, marketing, and social media. In conversation with Julie Davitz, SIE Society’s Head of Impact Measurement and CEO of +Media Solutions, they’ll explore the future of supporting and accelerating social impact through content partnerships, discussing how emerging platforms and global audiences can amplify meaningful storytelling. Together, they will delve into David’s groundbreaking journey from independent film distribution and production to running major studios, lessons learned from Participant’s 25 year run, and consider what’s next for impact-driven content and activism in entertainment.