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Lilly Wachowski, Anarchists United and ETCH wrap production of new comedic documentary series ‘CASSIE WORKMAN IS WITCHY AF’

March 31^st, 2025- (New York, NY) -Principle photography wrapped on March 29th on a new series being Executive Produced by Lilly Wachowski and Sarah Marie Flores for Anarchists United and Will Battersby and Philip Gelatt for Etch Productions, alongside Lawrence Mattis of Circle Management + Production.

Cassie Workman is Witchy AF is an adult comedic documentary series that explores the history and philosophy of occultism and magic. Using puppetry created by Direct Message and practical SFX make-up from Monster in My Closet (Smile 2, Hocus Pocus), the show is set in a fictional occult bookstore owned by the show’s creator and host Cassie Workman who leads us through a world of ritual magic, identity, demons, tarot, love, death and possible salvation. It covers such topics as Aleister Crowley, John Dee, the secret history of Hollywood, and Santa Muerte.

Cassie Workman is an Australian comedian, writer, musician and actor. Cassie entered the public eye after winning Triple J's "Raw Comedy" national open mic competition in 2009. She then debuted at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and the following year was invited to perform in the Melbourne Comedy Festival's "Comedy Zone" showcase for emerging talents. Workman is known for her heartfelt and emotive storytelling, her incisive wit, and brutal deconstructions of the status quo.

This is the second series that Etch has financed and produced since its founding in 2024. Etch principals Philip Gelatt, Will Battersby and Morgan Galen King have the documentary series about horror writers First Word on Horror currently in release on Substack. Next up for the company is the distribution of a 1990s era cable-access show which it unearthed and will remaster and release in the Fall 0f 2025. The company is financing, producing and distributing unique animation, documentary and genre pieces that it hopes make the world a less dumb place.

The show marks the first to go into production for Wachowski’s new company, which is spearheaded by Sarah Marie Flores with Lawrence Mattis. ANARCHISTS UNITED STUDIOS focuses on elevated genre projects created by artists from underrepresented communities. AU is also currently in development on HELL FOLLOWED WITH US, an animated feature with Line Mileage and Trustbridge Entertainment.

Frederic Fasano (Mother of Tears, The Helpsters) is DP and Hannah Welever is taking on directing duties. Joel Goulet is designing and directing marionette puppet sequences for Direct Message. The show was shot entirely on location in Asbury Park, NJ at the Wolfe & Kron bookstore and Asbury’s oldest gay bar Georgies.

ABOUT ETCH

Etch is an independent animation and production company run by the award-winning trio of Philip Gelatt, Will Battersby and Morgan Galen King. Specializing in the provocative, intelligent and innovative, as well as fantastical and horrific, Etch seeks to put the dark magic back into moving images.

Etch has expertise in animation, documentary and feature production and a core philosophy of maintaining ownership and creative control through novel approaches to production and distribution.

For more information: etchstudio.substack.com
etchfilm.com / @etchfilm

ABOUT ANARCHISTS UNITED FOUNDATION

Comprised of ANARCHISTS UNITED FOUNDATION and its wholly owned subsidiary ANARCHISTS UNITED STUDIOS, A.U. is dedicated to creating a holistically integrated and sustainable economic and artistic ecosystem to support ARTISTRY, DIVERSITY and EQUITY in media.

‘FIRST WORD ON HORROR’ (ETCH) Docu Series from Award-Winning Author Laird Barron

Releasing exclusively via Substack on February 7, 2025

Director: Philip Gelatt
Featuring: Stephen Graham Jones, Paul Tremblay, Elizabeth Hand, Laird Barron, and Mariana Enriquez
Producer: Will Battersby
Director of Photographer: Sean Kirby
Composer: Peter Scartabello
Editor: April Merl
Sound Designer: Ben Cheah

FIRST WORD ON HORROR is a fifteen-part documentary series that profiles five of the finest horror writers working today.

Across multiple episodes, each author discusses their life, their inspirations, their philosophies, and their writing techniques while reading one of their short stories. As fact and fiction blend, secrets are revealed and the delicate alchemy that turns human experience into creative expression begins to emerge.

Award winning author Laird Barron talks about his unsettling childhood in Alaska.(ETCH)

KINGS OF VEGAS: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE RUNNIN’ REBELS HISTORIC LEGACY

Groundbreaking Documentary Marks the 35th Anniversary of UNLV’s 1990 Championship with exclusive Player-Driven Storytelling

March 31, 2025 (Las Vegas, NV) – In honor of the 35th anniversary of the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels legendary 1989-90 NCAA championship victory, The Real Story LLC and Hidden Empire Sports (HESC), the newly formed sports division of Hidden Empire Film Group (HEFG) are teaming up to produce a groundbreaking documentary that finally unveils the full story, directly from the players who lived it.

The four-part UNLV: Kings of Vegas documentary will explore one of the most dynamic and polarizing college basketball teams ever. It won’t shy away from the controversies surrounding the UNLV squad and will take an in-depth look at the rise of some of the most electrifying college players—Larry Johnson, Stacey Augmon, Anderson Hunt, and more. "All you've heard before are rumors. Now you hear the truth from Us, by Us. The only championship I've ever won was with the brotherhood at UNLV," declared Larry Johnson.

For decades, the Runnin’ Rebels unparalleled dominance, cultural impact, and the controversies surrounding their reign have been discussed and dissected by outsiders. Now, for the first time, the team itself takes center stage, reclaiming its narrative and revealing what truly happened on and off the court. "It's time that you heard this story from us. The story's been told before by people who don't know us. You hear the truth from us directly," emphasized Stacey Augmon.

The documentary will cover the wins, the losses, the pain, the controversy, the racism, and everything that went into building one of the most legendary teams in college basketball history. Former guard Brian Emerzian proclaimed, "The Kings were the REAL show in town!" UNLV: Kings of Vegas will also spotlight the incredible impact of Jerry Tarkanian, a coach ahead of his time, who revolutionized recruiting by tapping into the culture and giving elite players opportunities they otherwise wouldn’t have had. "We were kids in Sin City. How'd you think we'd act? We were kids but played and partied like adults," reflected Moses Scurry.

Randy Arehart and Phil Lopez from The Real Story, who will serve as producers, emphasized, “When we discussed with the team how they wanted to make this documentary, their response was 'Nobody has told our story or heard it from us...Now is the time!'”

Hosted by Hip-Hop pioneer Chuck D and Basketball icon Cheryl Miller, the documentary features an unprecedented roundtable where, for the first time in 35 years, all 13 players come together to reflect on their journey, triumphs, and the challenges that defined their legacy. “We are honored to tell this story from the perspective of the players who lived it,” expressed Roxanne Avent-Taylor, co-CEO of HEFG. “For too long, the narrative has been shaped by outsiders. This documentary will finally let the Runnin’ Rebels speak their truth.”

Framing the Runnin’ Rebels impact beyond the game, UNLV: Kings of Vegas will feature insight from cultural and sports icons, including Snoop Dogg, Jimmy Kimmel, Chuck D, Coach Krzyzewski, and Kenny Anderson, highlighting how this team transcended Basketball and left an indelible mark on American culture. “No one has ever talked until now—I guess the statute of limitations is over,” joked Deon Taylor, co-CEO of HEFG. “You’ve heard others tell this story, but you’ve never heard it from them—until now.”

Matt Barnes and Jelani McCoy’s All the Smoke will collaborate on the documentary, further strengthening the project’s connection to basketball culture. Damien “Big Percy” Roderick will serve as an Executive Producer through his company, Roderick Music Marketing. The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels were the epitome of the first-time basketball, hip-hop, culture, and lifestyle all merged into one perfect moment. They set the stage for the world we live in today, from basketball shoes to the way we wear our jerseys and socks, to everything shaping the culture. UNLV: Kings of Vegas is one of the most important basketball stories to be told, and Hidden Empire Sports is excited to produce this electric story. The film is currently in post-production and is set to release in Fall 2025.

Tribeca’s Inaugural Storytelling Summit from June 5-15, 2025

Where Vision Meets Possibility

We’re excited to announce a new addition to this year’s program: the Tribeca Storytelling Summit — a festival-within-the-festival for the entire filmmaking community.

The multi-day summit will take place June 5-15 alongside the Festival, bringing together visionary filmmakers, storytellers, and industry leaders for thoughtfully curated panels, intimate workshops, and networking opportunities. Designed specifically to help foster collaboration and supercharge careers, this year’s inaugural Storytelling Summit will be the start of the next wave of storytelling success in TV, film, digital media, and beyond.

To kick things off, we announced our first featured speakers, including Christine Vachon, Julio Torres, Steve Buscemi and Wren Arthur, Jeremy O. Harris, and our own Jane Rosenthal. When you attend our Storytelling Summit, you’ll gain insights from industry veterans like these, while also connecting with a diverse group of fellow creatives (and maybe even see a film or two).

The Tribeca Storytelling Summit is open to anyone with a story to tell. Badges are $250 and provide full access to the Summit’s programming June 5-15.

Find more details about the event at tribecafilm.com/storytellingsummit.

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN FILM CRITICS ASSOCIATION (AAFCA) SETS THE DATE FOR THE 7TH ANNUAL AAFCA TV HONORS FOR AUGUST 23, 2025

The annual celebration of the best of television will take place at the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

LOS ANGELES, March 24, 2025 – The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) has set the date for the 7th Annual AAFCA TV Honors for August 23, 2025. The prestigious awards ceremony, celebrating excellence in television, is returning to the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel.

The AAFCA TV Honors recognizes outstanding achievements in television, highlighting diverse storytelling and performances that resonate with audiences worldwide. The event has become a cornerstone of the television awards season, honoring both established and emerging talent.

"We are excited to once again celebrate the incredible talent and creativity that defines television today," said Gil Robertson, AAFCA president and co-founder. "The AAFCA TV Honors provides a platform to recognize the impactful narratives and performances that reflect the richness of the Black experience. We look forward to another year of honoring the best in television."

Further details regarding the location, nominees, and special honorees will be released in the coming months.

About AAFCA

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) is the premier body of Black film critics in the world, actively reviewing cinema and television from a Black cultural perspective. Founded in 2003, AAFCA’s mission is to celebrate and enhance diversity in the cinematic and television arts, to uplift the voice of the Black community within the entertainment industry, and to provide insight for both general and Black audiences. For more information on AAFCA and its programs visit http://AAFCA.com.

SNOW WHITE In Theaters Today, Friday, March 21, 2025

Release date: Friday, March 21, 2025
Director: Marc Webb
Screenplay: Erin Cressida Wilson
Based on Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
"Snow White" by the Brothers Grimm
Starring: Rachel Zegler, Andrew Burnap, Gal Gadot
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Family, Musical, Romance
Rating: PG
Run time: 1 hour 49 minutes
Country: United States
Language: English

Snow White (Rachel Zegler) will stop at nothing to gain her kingdom’s independence from her stepmother Evil Queen (Gal Gadot) with the help of The Seven Dwarfs: Doc, (Jeremy Swift as voice) leader of the Dwarfs; Bashful (Tituss Burgess as voice), a shy member; Dopey (Andrew Barth Feldman as voice), he doesn't speak and makes other sounds; Grumpy (Martin Klebba as voice), a grouchy member, Sneezy (Jason Kravits as voice), he sneezes a lot; Happy (George Salazar as voice), a cheerful member and Sleepy (Andy Grotelueschen as voice), the tired dwarf. Jonathan (Andrew Burnap) is Snow White’s love interest and a rebel with a cause. Baby Snow White (Olivia Verrall), young Snow White (Emilia Faucher), the Huntsman (Ansu Kabia) the Evil Queen's servant, the voice of the Magic Mirror (Patrick Page), Hadley Fraser (Good King) and Lorena Andrea (Good Queen) Snow White's parents

Distributor: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Production companies: Walt Disney Pictures, Marc Platt Productions
Producers: Marc Platt, Jared LeBoff
Cinematographer: Mandy Walker
Editors: Mark Sanger, Sarah Broshar
Music: Jeff Morrow (score)
Larry Morey and Frank Churchill (songs)
Pasek and Paul (new songs)

ACE Winners Announced for the 75th ACE Eddie Awards

Winners for Outstanding Editing In Film, Television and Documentaries were announced today, Friday, March 14, 2025, in Los Angeles at UCLA’s Royce Hall

American Cinema Editors (ACE) announced today the winners for the 75th Annual ACE Eddie Awards, recognizing outstanding editing in 14 categories of film, television and documentaries. The winners were announced at the live ceremony at UCLA’s Royce Hall.

Acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu received the ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award, recognizing a filmmaker who exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film. Film editors Maysie Hoy, ACE and Paul Hirsch, ACE received Career Achievement Awards for their outstanding contributions to film editing.

A full list of winners for the 75th Annual ACE Eddie Awards follows:

BEST EDITED FEATURE FILM (Drama, Theatrical):

Emilia Pérez - Juliette Welfling

BEST EDITED FEATURE FILM (Comedy, Theatrical):

Wicked - Myron Kerstein, ACE

BEST EDITED ANIMATED FEATURE FILM:

The Wild Robot - Mary Blee

BEST EDITED DOCUMENTARY FEATURE:

Will & Harper - Monique Zavistovski, ACE

BEST EDITED DOCUMENTARY SERIES

Chimp Crazy (102 - Gone Ape)
Evan Wise, ACE
Charles Divak, ACE
Adrienne Gits, ACE
Doug Abel, ACE

BEST EDITED MULTI-CAMERA COMEDY SERIES:
Frasier (207 - My Brilliant Sister) - Russell Griffin, ACE

BEST EDITED SINGLE CAMERA COMEDY SERIES:

What We Do in the Shadows (603 - Sleep Hypnosis)
Liza Cardinale, ACE
Dane McMaster, ACE

BEST EDITED DRAMA SERIES:

Shogun (110 - A Dream of A Dream)
Maria Gonzales, ACE
Aika Miyake

BEST EDITED FEATURE FILM (NON-THEATRICAL):
Road House
Doc Crotzer, ACE

BEST EDITED LIMITED SERIES:
Baby Reindeer (104 - Episode 4)
Peter H. Oliver
Benjamin Gerstein

BEST EDITED NON-SCRIPTED SERIES:
Welcome to Wrexham (305 - Temporary)
Tim Wilsbach, ACE
Steve Welch, ACE
Michael Brown
Michael Oliver
Tim Roche
Matt Wafaie
Jenny Krochmal
Mohamed el Manasterly

BEST EDITED VARIETY TALK/SKETCH SHOW OR SPECIAL:
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (1103 - Boeing)
Anthony Miale, ACE

BEST EDITED ANIMATED SERIES:
X-Men '97 (105 - Remember It)
Michelle McMillan

About American Cinema Editors

American Cinema Editors (ACE) is an honorary society that has been championing the art, craft and business of film editing since 1950. Through signature events like EditFest Global, the ACE Eddie Awards and Invisible Art/Visible Artists, the organization celebrates the vital role of editors in storytelling and provides a dynamic global platform to illuminate the craft. ACE is committed to elevating the profile of film editing, fostering a diverse and inclusive community and educating future generations through a variety of active mentorship and scholarship programs. Through its programs, publications (CinemaEditor), podcasts (Editors on Editing, Global Editing Perspectives) and active educational activities, this collective of accomplished film editors is at the forefront of both preserving cinematic history while simultaneously preparing the next generation of film editors in a continuously evolving artistic climate.

Keeping it Real, Telling it Like it is, Jamie Fox, Angela Bassett and Other Black Leading Men and Women in Hollywood do that and More in ‘Number One on The Call Sheet’

Release Date: March 28, 2025 Apple TV+
Directors: Reginald Hudlin Shola Lynch
Country: United States
Language: English

Directors Reginald Hudlin and Shola Lynch brings the raw truths of leading black men and women in Hollywood to the screen in ‘Number One on The Call’ as they give their accounts of the struggles and triumphs as the they have risen and continue to rise on the call sheet.

You hear from the biggest names in Hollywood. The likes of Eddie Murphy, Dwayne “Rock” Johnson, Lawrence Fishburn, Taraji P. Henson, Whoopi Goldberg, and more, as they move on up.

The two-part documentary is produced by Jamie Fox and Kevin Hart and executive producers are Reginald Hudlin, Bryan Smiley, Halle Berry, Viola Davis, Whoopi Goldberg, Angela Bassett.

Production companies are Foxx Hole Production, Story Syndicate and Hartbeat Productions.

Must see on Friday, March 28, 2025

‘NOVOCAINE’ Review: No Pain, Plenty for Him to Gain

Directors: Dan Berk, Robert Olsen
Writer: Lars Jacobson
Starring: Jack Quaid, Amber Midthunder, Ray Nicholson, Jacob Batalon, Betty Gabriel, Matt Walsh
Run time:1 hour 51 minutes
Genre: Action, Comedy, Romance, Thriller
Rating: R
Country United States
Language: English

Directors Dan Berk and Robert Olsen’s new film ‘NOVOCAINE’ starts you off all warm and fuzzy, ready for a romance between co-workers Nathan Caine (Jack Quaid), who literally feels no pain, at all) and Sherry (Amber Midthunder) when a sick and twisted tale emerges filled with laughter.

Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Directors: Dan Berk, Robert Olsen
Writer: Lars Jacobson
Producers: Joby Harold, Tory Tunnell, Drew Simon
Production companies: Infrared Pictures, Safehouse Pictures, Circle of Confusion
Starring: Jack Quaid, Amber Midthunder, Ray Nicholson, Jacob Batalon, Betty Gabriel, Matt Walsh
Cinematographer: Jacques Jouffret
Editor: Christian Wagner
Music: Lorne Balfe, Andrew Kawczynski

The NFL, Sundance Sports and Hidden Empire Film Group Collaborate for the Ultimate Training Camp “NFL Career Tour”

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The third annual NFL Career Tour is a 3-day event that took place on March 4, 5 and 6^,2025, at Hidden Empire Film Group in Santa Monica, CA.

The NFL’s Player Engagement team created the ‘NFL Career Tour’ to provide football legends and those still in the league the opportunity to learn first-hand about filmmaking and meet leaders in the film industry.

Participating on behalf of the NFL was Tracy Perlman, Senior Vice President of Player Operations; Hidden Empire are Co-CEOs Deon Taylor and Roxanne Taylor, Omar Joseph, President, and Ephraim Salaam HESC’s President of Talent Strategy and Creative Executive.

The final day of the program included the completion of a short film created by the athletes that put into practice the knowledge they learned about directing, cinematography, producing, and acting, the art of filmmaking.

I had opportunity to sit down and talk with a few of the NFL players and legends. Read below!

A Conversation with Brennan Scarlett

Brennan was born and raised in Portland, Oregon, He is a graduate of Central Catholic High, where he was a lettered athlete in football, track and field and swimming He attended California Berkely, played on the football team, and obtained a bachelor’s degree in business. He transferred to Stanford University, where he also played on the football and graduated with a master’s in science management, engineering. He played 7 years in the league. 5 years with the Houston Texans and 2 years with the Miami Dolphins. Brennan retired in 2024.

Yevette Renee: With your educational background, have you considered producing, financing fundraising for film production?

Brennan Scarlett: That is a good question. I like all of it. I like the business part. How the money gets made. I want to know who is buying what and who is selling what. I see creativity in all of it. The business is very creative. You make a movie. You create a scene. You paint a picture. It is all creative.

Yevette Renee: Do you think having an interest in filmmaking as whole will help you as you grow in the film industry?

Brennan Scarlett: I think it should help. They mentioned that today, a director took acting classes so he would know how to communicate with actors and his next job was working with DeNiro.

A Conversation with Reginald Kahlil McKenzie, Jr,

Reginald graduated from Clayton Valley Charter High School, Concord, CA. and is a former #1 rated high school football player in the country. He played college football at his father’s (32 years in the NFL) and uncle’s (two Super Bowl champion Washington Redskins) alma mater, University of Tennessee, as a Defensive lineman. He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2018 and played five seasons, including with the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals.

Yevette Renee: What advice would you give a young college student interested in becoming a sports agent?

Reginald shared that after retirement, how he looked into what the NFL had to offer its player. And if you are willing to work and learn there are many things that they offered that can be applied to the player lives. And how great it is what the NFL is doing for its player.

A Conversation with Troy Pride, jr.

Photo: ESPN

Troy graduated from Greer High School, in Greer, South Carolina. He attended Notre Dame where he excelled in football and track as a sprinter. Pride was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in 2020 and is a cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys.

Yevette Renee: Who is your favorite director?

Troy Pride: Jordan Peele, right now. He took the world by storm with ‘Get Out.” Especially, because it was a horror film. As an actor, Denzel Washington introduced me to film. It was watching him in ‘Luther’ that got me interested.

Yevette Renee: Jordan Peele’s work reminds me of Alfred Hitchcock, what are your thoughts?

Troy Pride: it is an iteration of Alfred Hitchcock He has that other world, very disturbing and that is just what he did with Get Out.

Yevette Renee: What advice would you give a college student interested in sports and entertainment?

Troy Pride: First, I would give the advice to be yourself. Do not worry about what other people are doing on social media. Being yourself is when you will find your true passion.

Yevette Renee: Beginning with football until now, what is the most important things you have learned on your journey?

Troy Pride: Perseverance. I tore my ACL in my second year, and it is an 80% career ending injury for most players. I learned how resilient I was.

Additional participants included Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals; Dion Dawkins, Buffalo Bills; Orlando Brown, Cincinnati Bengals; Darius Harris, Dallas Cowboys; Dakoda Shepley, Dallas Cowboys; Troy Pride, Dallas Cowboys; Atorian Perry, Denver Broncos; Isaac Ukwu, Detroit Lions; Kwity Paye, Indianapolis Colts; K'Lavon Chaisson, Las Vegas Raiders; Tomari Fox, Las Vegas Raiders; Emany Johnson, Los Angeles Chargers; Daiyan Henley. Los Angeles Chargers; Denzel Perryman, Los Angeles Chargers; Charles Harris, Philadelphia Eagles; Cameron Heyward, Pittsburgh Steelers; Jalyn Holmes, Washington Commanders; Miles Burris, Free Agent; Reginald McKenzie, Free Agent; Tevaughn Campbell, Free Agent; Trayvon Henderson, Free Agent; Christopher Pressley, Free Agent; Vance Walker, Legend; Amon Arnold Legend; and Brock Vereen, Legend

ABOUT NFL PLAYER ENGAGEMENT

NFL Player Engagement (PE) takes a four-pillar approach to supporting NFL players and their families during their NFL career and beyond: Continuing Education, Financial Literacy, Professional Development, and Personal Development.

Through peer-to-peer engagement and direct outreach, PE’s innovative programs and services assist players and provide them with the resources necessary to make the most of their lives on the field and away from the game.

From aiding players with building their brands and managing their finances, to supporting their physical, mental and financial well-being, the goal of the Player Engagement department is to provide the best community of care to serve, equip, empower, and support the player and his entire ecosystem during and after his playing days.

ABOUT SKYDANCE SPORTS

David Ellison founded Skydance in 2010 with the ambitious vision to establish a diversified media company to create high-quality content and engaging experiences for a global audience. Skydance’s independence, versatility and multi-platform approach have propelled the Company’s growth in live-action features, television, animation, interactive and new media. Today, more than five hundred colleagues across two continents share David’s vision and, together, have expanded Skydance’s portfolio, creating a world-class studio on the forefront of where entertainment is heading.

ABOUT HIDDEN EMPIRE FILM GROUP (HEFG)

ABOUT HIDDEN EMPIRE FILM GROUP (HEFG)
Hidden Empire Film Group (HEFG) is a multi-dimensional independent film company, led by founders Deon Taylor and Roxanne Avent Taylor, along with a devoted management team. which has produced highly engaging films since its inception, including multiple franchises, which have been distributed both domestically and internationally.

ABOUT HIDDEN EMPIRE SPORTS COLLECTIVE (HESC)

Hidden Empire Sports Collective (HESC) is e first entertainment division from a film studio to prioritize intellectual property and content creation for athletes and sports. Sumair Khan, Co-CEO The Union, heads the new division; Rodney Guillory, President of Talent Strategy; and Ephraim Salaam, Creative Executive.