INTIMATE CONVERSATION WITH ERIC WITT

We love going to the movies, but with cable TV, an internet connection, a Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Hulu account, it has become standard to watch your favorite programming right from the palm of your hand. Join Eric Witt for a conversation of how the newest technologies and services have changed the distribution model for film & television.

Eric served the administration of New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson as Deputy Chief of Staff; Director of Legislative/Political Affairs; and Director of Media Industries Development from 2003 – 2010.

During his term, he guided the growth of the film and television industry in New Mexico from $8 million in 2002 to over $4 billion by 2010. In addition to expanding production, he also oversaw the establishment of statewide crew training programs, educational and business development, and community outreach efforts -- programs which subsequently have become global standard practices.  

Prior to public service, Eric worked in Los Angeles as a film and television executive in production & corporate finance for a number of entities including Dino De Laurentiis Communications, as well as in sales, distribution and ancillary product development.  He was also one of the co-founders of Asylum Entertainment, a leading-edge developer of multi-platform entertainment properties.  Since returning to the private sector in 2011 he has worked with state and national governments, major studios and independent production houses regarding film/television production, sporting events and related incentive programs.

FREE WITH AN AFME PASS; $7.00 FOR NON-PASS HOLDERS