Latest News & Articles
-
<Event Planning, Op-Ed/>The Future of Pop Culture Conventions After Covid [Op-Ed]
Is The Time Right To Transform A Local Con Into A Global Event?
-
Anime with Live-Action Hollywood Adaptations in Development: Part 2
Following up on our previous article that rounded up all the adaptation projects announced or updated in 2020, we've put together a list of all the remaining anime live-action Hollywood adaptation projects that appear to be actively in development. They
-
Anime & Manga Industry Analysts Share Their 2021 Predictions
2020 ushered in rapid growth and change across a variety of sectors, and the anime and manga industry is no exception. Major news in 2020 included Sony's acquisition of Crunchyroll and the massive success of Demon Slayer. With an increased
Project Anime: Global 2020
Evolving with the Events Industry
As the landscape of the industry changes rapidly in response to current events, events and businesses have been compelled to adapt accordingly. This has given rise to new uncharted ventures and opportunities, including virtual/hybrid events and unique digital engagement
Together, we strive to weather the present circumstances and establish long-term sustainability and success. Project Anime 2020 invites event organizers and business professionals to join us for engaging discussions on how to navigate these changes and shape the future of the industry.
Schedule
2020 Speakers
Business Development Manager, Shotcall
Justin Varghese
Founder & CEO, Davidson Learning Company
John Davidson
Senior Director of Business Development, SPJA
Azusa Matsuda
Content Manager, Japan Weekend
Samuel J. González
Sr. Director, Head of Audience Development, Funimation
Marshall Wright
Director of Publishing Services, Penguin Random House
Ben Applegate
Director of Sales, The Novo at L.A
Berenice Palacios
Let's Get Grants
Kim Sanchez
Executive Director, MAGFest
Paul Birtel
Executive Director of Business Development, NPD Books
Kristen McLean
Chairman/Founder, DoKomi
Andreas Degen
Vice President of Events, LeftField Media
Lauren DeMaio
Head of Events, Crunchyroll
Mary Franklin
Influencer Marketing Manager, Twitch
Stephanie Guzzardo
Vice President, Interpret
Brett Sappington
Trade Shows & Events Senior Manager, VIZ Media
Elizabeth Ellis
CEO & Publisher, Anime News Network
Christopher Macdonald
Illustrator
Crisalys
Creator, Crunchyroll Hime's Cosplay Cup
Charlene Ingram
Co-Founder & President, Attack The Music, Inc.
Eddie Lehecka
Cosplayer & Creator, #ScrapEpicChallenge
Kirilee Cosplay
Co-Chair, MomoCon
Chris Stuckey
VP of Events, Envy Gaming
Justin Rojas
Talent Manager & Chief Operations Officer, GeeXPlus Inc
Meilyne Tran
Founder/President, The Kliman Group & Co-Founder, Events Industry Council APEX COVID Business Recovery Task Force
David Kliman
Assistant Marketing Manager, SPJA
Meg Tsuruda
Director, Japan Music Culture Export (JMCE)
Tak Furuichi
Marketing Manager, Idea Factory International
David Alonzo
Founder, Tasty Design Studio
Joanna Metoki
Research Manager, Interpret
John McCallum
Director of Business Operations, MAGFest
Emily Hickman
General Manager, The Novo
Kyle Robinson
Co-Chair, MomoCon
Jessica Merriman
Head Project Manager, AoE Creative
Nabil Pervez
Nonlinear World
Dallas Middaugh
President, Otakuthon
Amanda Arrizza
SVP, USI Insurance Services.
Gregorio Casalenuovo
Event Management Consultant
Nick Marinelli
VP of Anime Events, Leftfield Media
Peter Tatara
Founder, The Frame Shop
Don Williams
Vice President of Event Services, Los Angeles Convention Center
Carisa Norton
Managing Director, The Frame Shop
Carol Knight
Founder & Managing Principal, Japan Intercultural Consulting
Rochelle Kopp
Director of Events, Crunchyroll
Adam Sheehan
VP, Antinos Management America Inc.
Nadeshiko Nakahara
General Manager, Los Angeles Convention Center
Ellen Schwartz
Partner With Us
Interested in partnering with Project Anime or hosting a Project Anime at your event/location?
For more information on our Partnership Packages, please email us at EventSales@spja.org.
Testimonials
"Our first project anime was valuable. Networking, Panels and discussions really strengthen our nationwide community of event runners and industry."
"Project Anime is a great resource for anyone in the Anime industry and not to be missed! Great for staying current on trends and connecting with the right professionals."
"Project Anime has been a really informative and educational experience for our team. I especially like the opportunities given to us to network with others involved in the industry of conventions. We will certainly like to participate in the next one!"
"Project Anime provides a wonderful experience to meet other convention runners and industry professionals that you might not otherwise get the chance to meet on your own."