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Angela M. Hutchinson, Entrepreneur This Chicago native drove cross-country at 22-years-old to pursue her entertainment career in Hollywood. Now with 10 years of industry experience, Mrs. Angela Marie Hutchinson has worked for MGM, Warner Bros. Television, and the Grammys. Repped by the Filmtrix Agency as a Casting Director, Angela recently cast Billy Dee Williams and Lynn Whitfield among other star names in the feature film, "The Trace." Angela is also is the author of several literary works including screenplays and two published books: a children's picture book, "Charm Kids," and her adventure, comedic memoir entitled, "Breaking into Hollywood." In 2009, Angela had her casting directorial debut for a SAG-indie film that included a cast of rising celebrities such as Tangi Miller (“Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Family Reunion”), Persia White (“Girlfriends”), David Ramsey (“Dexter”), among others. Since then, Angela has cast several projects including feature films, web series and short films. Prior to casting, Angela worked as a talent agent for two years at a boutique agency in Hollywood. There, she repped actors, models, music artists and youth talent across the board. She also oversaw the youth commercial and print modeling divisions. She was featured on the cover of one of the entertainment industry's leading publications, Backstage West, and often participated in their "Ask an Agent" column. A graduate of the University of Michigan, Angela earned her B.S.E. in Industrial and Operations Engineering. Also, she completed a certificate in Cross-Media Journalism at USC on a full scholarship from the Maynard Institute. In January 2011, Angela was selected to attend The Media Academy at Harvard University for rising entrepreneurs and journalists. Angela is a former Miss Teen Illinois Semi-Finalist and recipient of an International Poet of Merit Award. She has been a featured speaker at notable film festivals, showcases and conferences, as well as within the faith-based community. In October 2005, Angela was elected as the first African American president of The Scriptwriters Network (SWN), since the non-profit organization was founded in 1986. During her year tenure, she established diversity initiatives, including partnering SWN with ABC/Disney's Talent Grant Program. Angela Marie has a sincere passion for networking. In May 2005, she founded BReaKiNG iNTo HoLLyWooD (BiH), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization for aspiring professionals to learn from established pros within the Film, TV, Music, Sports & Fashion industries. Due to the non-profit organization’s growth, over 2,000 participants from around the world have attended the various educational events. Recently, Angela launched Hollywood & Vine (H&V), a new entertainment trade magazine published by BiH, to provide rising celebs with inspirational and informative content on the business of breaking into Hollywood. In addition to Angela's work in entertainment, she is the editor of a law magazine and a freelance writer for an engineering magazine. Angela is also active in her community and has served on several boards. She was appointed to the Los Angeles County of Education's Regional Occupation advisory committee for the arts. In January 2009, she was appointed as a Los Angeles City Official and co-chaired her neighborhood's first "Day in the Park" event to introduce community stakeholders to their city officials. Angela is committed to balancing work with her family and personal life. She has been married to her husband for 8 vibrant years; they have two young children. In Angela's leisure time, she enjoys mentoring youth, rollerblading, playing badminton, and spending time with friends and family. "Life's difficulties prepare us for the victories!" |
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Maria Aceves, Actress & Independent Producer Repped commercially by the Osbrink Agency, Ms. Aceves is a native of Bilbao, Spain. She is one of LA's fierce actresses and independent producers. She moved to Southern California to utilize her acting and business background in the heart of the entertainment business. With a strong background in business and finance, communication, music and marketing, Maria is currently dedicating her time to succeed in her acting and producing careers. Last year she produced a short film "Manhattan Pictures", which shot in NYC and she is working on several other projects at the moment. Maria actively collaborates with UNICEF and has a strong interest in education and kids in need. Maria's true passion is performing and communicating, spending time with family and friends, bringing people together and learning languages and getting immersed in different cultures. She also appreciates fashion and style. Maria has been involved with Breaking Into Hollywood since the organization was founded in 2005. |
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Sarah-Elizabeth (Liz) Langford, Actress Managed by B.i.H. Entertainment, Sarah-Elizabeth Langford had her feature film debut in the movie, “Three Can Play That Game,” the sequel to “Two Can Play That Game,” starring Vivica Fox and Morris Chestnut. Born and reared in Atlanta , GA , Sarah-Elizabeth graduated from the University of Michigan , where she received a full gymnastics scholarship, and then went on to receive her J.D. from Howard University School of Law. She was selected to enter the prestigious Capital City Fellows program in 2004 and then worked in the General Counsel’s Office of the Chief Financial Office of the District of Columbia. She currently works for National Church Residences as an Affordable Housing Developer. While in law school at Howard, Sarah-Elizabeth was crowned Miss District of Columbia 2002. Her platform at the Miss America Pageant was "Mentoring the Youth of America." Sarah-Elizabeth continued her pageant activities by winning the Miss District of Columbia USA pageant in 2004 and competing in the nationally televised 2005 Miss USA pageant. She was also selected to compete in the Miss USA Fear Factor reality television show on NBC. Miss Langford won Fear Factor and contributed $25,000 to a youth mentoring charity, the United Youth Adult Conference. Sarah-Elizabeth has also starred in films including, “The Wedding Date,” produced by K. Corner and “Run.”
Wilmer Jackson, Sports Agent Founder and Partner of the Axiom Sports Group, Wilmer “Will” Jackson, splits his days and nights recruiting Athletes while managing the careers of musical talents such as Hip Hop / R & B Producer “Street Symphony”, Producer/Songwriter “Vice” aka “International V” along with Singer Songwriter sensation L2. And let us not forget to mention the next teenage Hip-Hop/Alternative star Ubayy pronounced “You-Bay” Gooseberry. Under his imprint “Hot 16 Entertainment” Will strives to find the freshest and newest talent with the quality 2nd to none. Born and raised in the gateway city of St Louis Mo, Wilmer Jackson-Spencer graduated from Tennessee State University with a Masters Degree in Sports Admin and an Undergraduate Business Degree Concentration in Management. Will’s corporate sales background ranges from top sales rep at Fortune 500 computer companies to one of the highest sellers in the mortgage business. Residing in Atlanta Georgia, Will maintains his home base in the “Hollywood of the South”. His wide network of resources, diverse background in sports and entertainment, and business skill sets are utilized night in and night out throughout various events and entertainment platforms, making him a stable rock in the business for direction, connections and guidance throughout the industry. This Board Member brings the face you can trust with a passion to help those willing to help themselves achieve unthinkable dreams and aspirations of success in the world of entertainment.
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Kirk Bovill, Actor/Writer/Musician In short order, Kirk Bovill has transitioned from a successful career as an international marketing executive into that of a working actor and writer with recent roles on CSI, Criminal Minds, Leverage, Ghost Whisperer, a recurring on Days of Our Lives, Eleventh Hour and Sons of Anarchy. His film debut was the 2009 Sundance world premiere of White Lightnin’ as the redneck killer, Long. He’s worked on a number of feature films that are scheduled for 2010 and 2011 releases, including Michael Mann’s “The Fields” which stars Sam Worthington, Chloe Moretz and Jeffrey Dean Morgan. A long-time published writer, Bovill has contributed articles to magazines and newspapers. With a number of screenplays under his belt, he’s currently pitching his cop episodic that was developed with Michael Warren. Along with his wife, Joni, they co-founded the indie record label, Elmo Records in 1999 and have released two critically acclaimed CDs. They’ve appeared on TVOne’s “The Gospel of Music with Jeff Majors” and TBN. Their songs that are written by Kirk and preformed by both have been licensed for film and television. Kirk was also an accomplished track and field coach at the NCAA level, having been a part of staffs at the University of Nebraska and LSU that won five national titles and sent a number of athletes to the Olympics. He holds degrees from the University of Nebraska and Louisiana State University. Kirk and Joni have been happily married for over fifteen years and call Los Angeles home.
Joni Bovill, Actress/Singer/Writer The Mississippi native continues to carve her way into Hollywood with recent notable roles in Nasser Entertainment’s feature “What Would Jesus Do?” opposite John Schneider as well as television shows How I Met Your Mother, Cold Case and The Young and The Restless. Joni is best known as a commercial and print actress, having spots with Fruit of the Loom, Walmart, Chrysler, Motorola and Sprint. Joni is an accomplished writer and singer. She’s
contributed to a number of publications with her insightful writing.
As a singer, she’s recorded on a number of projects, including
the critically acclaimed CD’s released by the indie label
Elmo Records that was co-founded by Joni and her husband, Kirk.
A requested speaker, she’s currently working on her first book on that subject. Joni holds a BS in Business from Southern Mississippi University and a MS in HR Management from Golden State University. Prior to focusing on a full-time career in the entertainment industry, she spent a number of years in sales and marketing. Married to Kirk for fifteen years, they call Los Angeles home.
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Kiri Stevens was born in Cincinnati, Ohio and his parents Stilianos and Angela immigrated to the states to create better opportunities for their children and they knew exactly what they were doing!! Kiri earned varied scholarships that totaled over 120K so he could attend Xavier University, one of the most recognized and prestigious colleges in the world. In college he majored in Pre-Law and Theatre and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Ever since he was a child, Kiri loved to perform in plays at school. He loved to entertain people and tell a great story. His first major print job and commercial he booked when he was only 5 years old for a popular Chili company back home and he also did print campaign for Burger King! Throughout his years in Ohio, he got involved in many theater schools that Ohio had to offer and always trained extensively, but always knew that acting was his true passion regardless of what others felt he should do. He got with another agency in Akron, Ohio and he studied with them for 1 year, where he would drive 3 hours to the class, take the 4 hour class and then drive 3 hours back for an entire year. Before he moved to Los Angeles officially, he competed at the IMTA convention and got lots of callbacks. He came out to meet with possible representation and instantly obtained management. He finally moved to Los Angeles and started booking immediately. His IMDB page is filled with credits and he is represented by some of the best agents in town. He is studying with Hollywood’s finest, became SAG within the first 4 months of moving here and currently can be seen on several film, television and commercial programs. Finally, Kiri is also writing and completing a memoir that is set to inspire and encourage millions of people with his struggle to overcome Obesity. He's lost over 250 pounds through hardwork, discipline and a strong work ethic! At only 25, we can only imagine What the future holds for this young man? A whole lot!! He loves life and people!
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Actor, screenwriter and animator Doug Jackson has over 10 years of entertainment industry experience. Inspired by the burst of African-American film and television talent during the 1990’s, Doug moved to Los Angeles to become a filmmaker. Shortly after arriving in L.A., Doug developed a Saturday morning cartoon for Walt Disney TV Animation and was hooked. In the years that followed, Doug became an actor, screenwriter and voice over artist. Doug has written feature screenplays and TV episodes on spec. Moreover, his membership in the Organization of Black Screenwriters has contributed much to his growth as an artist. Doug currently chairs the OBS Film Development Committee, and served as OBS Vice-President from 2006-2008. He also established the annual OBS Original Script Contest, which grants cash prizes, and provides access to network television executives and film production companies. In addition, Doug has created and moderated various industry panels with OBS and the Hollywood Black Film Festival. Currently, he also chairs the OBS Film Production Committee and has produced two short films.
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