Jordan Bayne is a visionary force in the entertainment industry, seamlessly blending her talents as an actor, writer, filmmaker, and creative technologist. She launched her acting career alongside Martin Sheen in A Stranger in the Kingdom and starred in critically acclaimed series such as Showtime’s Poltergeist: The Legacy and Law & Order. On stage, she performed alongside James Gandolfini and Marisa Tomei in Naked Angels’ Summerwinds. As a filmmaker, Bayne’s work has earned accolades, including her Oscar-contending short film The Sea Is All I Know starring Academy Award winner Melissa Leo. In 2021, Bayne founded The Squad to pioneer Web3’s potential in filmmaking, coining her concept “Film3” in 2022. Film3 redefines cinema by leveraging blockchain, creator-owned IP, and community-driven funding through distribution to democratize the industry. A recognized leader in the space, Bayne has spoken on Film3 globally, including Cannes, NFCSummit, NAB and the Italian Ministry of Culture’s Producers Summit. Her groundbreaking career continues to inspire the future of filmmaking, championing innovation, equity, and underrepresented voices.

Seth Shapiro, Two-time Emmy® Award winner Seth Shapiro is a leader in media, tech and fintech. His clients and partners have included AT&T, Betfair, Comcast, Disney, Goldman Sachs, IBM, Intel, NBCUniversal, News Corp, WarnerBros, and a range of new ventures.  He served previously as an Adjunct Professor at USC Cinematic Arts as a Governor of the Television Academy, and as a Senior Producer at Disney Interactive. He is  author of Amazon bestseller TELEVISION Vol. 1, a history of the media business 1890-1980.  As Head of Digital Production at DIRECTV,  he was key to the launch of over 25 services including TiVo, the first major DVR platform. An active investor and trader, Mr. Shapiro was an early advocate of blockchain for the media sector and has been active in the fintech sector since 2017.  In the public sphere, he has served as an Expert before both the Department of Justice and the Federal Communications Commission.

Mark Jeffrey, Partner [stealth] Bittensor $TAO Hedge Fund. Host: Hash Rate podcast. CEO & Founder: Guardian Circle (XPRIZE Partner, Fast Company 'World Changing Idea' 2018). CTO Mahalo (Sequoia, Elon Musk, Jason Calacanis). Founder: ZeroDegrees (sold to IAC). Co-Founder: ThePalace (Softbank, Intel, Time Warner) (sold to Communities.com). Ethereum ICO participant, BTC class of 2013. First serialized podcast novel (The Pocket and the Pendant) 2005 (2.3M downloads) Harper Collins 2011| Author: BITCOIN EXPLAINED SIMPLY (2013), THE CASE FOR BITCOIN (2015) | Featured in ‘Trust Machine’ (Alex Winter, Rosario Dawson), Apple's PLANET OF THE APPS. Investor FigureAI, Apptronik (humanoid robot).

Marc Scarpa, an influential figure in media and technology, is renowned as a dynamic entrepreneur with a prolific career spanning over a thousand original TV and digital programs. His innovative endeavors have not only captivated billions of views but have also secured tens of millions in sponsorships and financing. As a creative visionary and prominent business leader in the media industry, Scarpa currently holds the position of founder and CEO at DeFiance.tv. This groundbreaking venture stands as the premier TV and digital network exclusively catering to news and entertainment for the new economy. DeFiance.tv offers a comprehensive media experience, accessible globally to an impressive 150 million households via Free Ad Support Streaming Television, across various platforms including desktops, mobile devices, and connected TVs. At the forefront of innovation, DeFiance.tv has revolutionized content creation by integrating AI video into unscripted content and news media. Notably, Scarpa's brainchild, Raxana, the world's first AI-powered digital twin news anchor, delivers breaking news every two hours in up to 45 languages on the global channel. Scarpa's illustrious career is punctuated by remarkable milestones, from orchestrating the Town Hall with President Clinton to shaping the digital landscape of X Factor USA and curating Grammy Live experiences. His influence extends to monumental events like Global Citizen 2015 Earth Day and League of Legends World Championships 2012, showcasing his versatility and expertise across diverse platforms and industries. With a knack for collaboration, Scarpa has worked with Grammy-winning artists, Oscar-winning directors, Fortune 50 brands, and even the White House. His responsibilities encompass various facets of content development and production, talent acquisition, technology partnerships, and budget management, reflecting his multidimensional skill set and leadership prowess. Scarpa's contributions have earned him esteemed recognition, including a Cannes Lion Award, two Teddy Awards, four Social TV Awards, a Webby Award, and the Producers Guild of America distinguished service award. He remains actively involved in prestigious institutions such as the National Press Club, Television Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, and the Recording Academy, further solidifying his commitment to excellence and impactful endeavors.
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