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SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 | CULVER CITY, CAlifornia
Join us Thursday, September 24 at the historic Culver Studios for GEMA Shared Spaces. An evening exploring the art in production, the nuance in fandom, and the emerging perspective in branded entertainment.

GEMA Shared Spaces brings together bold perspectives, meaningful conversation, and the people driving culture forward.

Come for the craft.
Stay for the insight.
Leave with new connections.

*Advance ticket purchase is required for entry to The Culver Studios lot.
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Location
The Culver Studios | LAX 22/35
4077 Ince Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
Date & Time
September 24, 2026
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Event Schedule
|      5:00 PM
ARRIVAL
|      6:00 PM
Introductions & Welcome
|      6:15 PM
GEMA Academy: PRO INSIGHT SESSION
From Chaos to Campaign: The Producer’s Cut
With Aurora Albi-Mercier, Ian Mallitz, Liz Catullo, Meghan Rock, moderated by Brent Lang, SVP, Strategic Partnerships at UNFOLD
Entertainment marketing has never moved faster, and bringing a campaign to life demands creative excellence at every stop. Producers are no longer simply managing timelines and deliverables; they are the creative partners, strategic collaborators, and culture builders who influence every stage of a campaign.

Join an inspiring conversation with industry-trusted producers as they explore how the role is evolving and where they create the greatest impact.
|      6:50 PM
GEMA SESSION
One of Us: How Brands Earn Fandom
With Dave Welch, Kathryn Nyquist, Kelsey De Weerd, Zachary McVicker, and moderated by Nikki Black, Group Creative Director, at UNFOLD
The brands building lasting fandom aren’t talking at their audience; they are showing up as a part of the community.

The challenge isn’t reaching more people; it’s being relevant enough to be shared. Beyond broad messaging, marketers are creating culturally fluent stories that resonate deeply with specific audiences while still reinforcing a cohesive brand identity.

In today’s media landscape, the most powerful marketing doesn’t interrupt the conversation; it becomes a part of it.
|      7:25 PM
GEMA SESSION
From Sponsor to Storyteller: The New Rules of Brand Entertainment
With Alexa Stoczo, Jamie Scythes, Jason Steinberg, Rob Alley, and moderated by Isabelle Yarbrough, Global Partnerships Marketing and Intern at Paramount Pictures
Consumers don’t just expect authenticity; they demand it. Audiences can spot a forced integration in seconds, and traditional sponsorships need to be more creative. The brands winning attention today are moving beyond logo placement and becoming creative collaborators, partnering with entertainment IP to build stories, moments, and experiences that audiences choose to engage with.

Learn how entertainment IP can unlock campaigns that feel native to the content and deepen the audience connection, unlocking impact over impressions. Let’s talk about work that is not just seen, but shared, remembered, and talked about.
|      8:00 PM
Industry CONNECT
Light bites and drinks will be available. This is time set aside for real conversations and genuine connection with the speakers, creators, and peers, where you'll walk away with a closer relationship, or a brand new one.
BE IN THE ROOM
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Non-Member Ticket — $45
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Advance ticket purchase is required for entry to The Culver Studios lot.
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