DEALMAKING AND PRODUCTION DELAYS
How Long Will They Last and What Can You Do in the Meantime?
When: April 16, 2020
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am PT / 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET
Tune in live on your desktop or mobile device in order to participate in our Q&A session!
While film and television productions have shut-down, been delayed or gone on hiatus due to COVID-19 prevention measures, what can we do in the meantime? Shutting or delaying production is the prudent decision in the current environment, as productions themselves operate as their own unique ecosystems and employ a geographically diverse array of people. Join our webinar with Akin Gump’s Chris Spicer and Marissa Román Griffith as they address:
A Global Industry in a Worldwide Crisis
Dealmaking in the Current Environment
Insurance and Policies
Re-Scheduling with A-List Talent
Locking Documents That You Can
Live Q&A with Chris and Marissa
We will come out of this period of uncertainty; it is simply a matter of when. So, in the meantime -- tune in to our webinar and find out what you can do to mitigate your risks.
ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS:
MARISSA ROMÁN GRIFFITH
Partner, Entertainment and Media Practice, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
Marissa Román Griffith is a Partner at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP handling all aspects of sophisticated financing and other transactions involving established entertainment companies, as well as recent entrants that are transforming the sector. Representing clients, including domestic and global financial institutions, borrowers and distributors, Marissa advises on all major aspects of financing, distribution and production of film, television and digital content. Marissa’s clients value her ability to quickly determine necessary steps to efficiently finalize a transaction to their greatest advantage. Major industry publications, including The Hollywood Reporter and Variety, have consistently recognized her work. Extremely active in diversity and inclusion efforts, Marissa is a sought-after speaker on a range of related topics.
CHRISTOPHER STANTON SPICER
Head of Entertainment and Media Practice and Partner, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
Chris Spicer represents financial institutions, mezzanine investors, production companies, and equity providers in entertainment financing and co-financing related to motion pictures, television and digital platforms. Addressing complex issues as they arrive, Chris combines responsiveness and commercial pragmatism. He meets tight deadlines by being in tune with market practices and spotting critical issues for clients. Chris handles financing and other transactions involving production, financing and distribution of content. His clients include: Borrowers, Distributors, Content Creators, and High-Net-Worth Individuals.