2022 theme: "The evolution of the global animation market"
The 2022 program theme encompasses the evolution of the industry, especially as the environment and social justice have taken even more prevalent roles not just in the animation industry but within society as a whole.
Welcome to the
Animation Summit
The animation summit is a global summit hosted by UCLA and Truffle Time. The focus of the conference is to broaden the understanding of animation as an asset class.
Additionally, the summit serves as a non-sales, industry exchange about the issues affecting animation and the potential impact animation can play in shaping the world's challenges.
Digital & Free
Event Program
(Realizing webinar fatigue could be a factor after 2 years of COVID, the Animation Summit will be broadcast in smaller panels on multiple days as opposed to two full days.)
19. January 2022
PST: 12:00 - 13:00
The Evolution of Inclusion and Representation in Animation
Speaker:
Karen Toliver, Sony Pictures Animation, Executive Vice-President of Creative
Moderation:
Jay Tucker, Center for MEMES, UCLA, Anderson School of Management, Executive Director
CET: 21:00 -22:00
26. January 2022
PST: 12:00 - 13:00
From Superman to Black Panther: The Super Hero/Heroine Journey
Speakers:
Chris DiGiovanni, Production Manager & Producer
Dr. Karina Walters, University of Washington and the Co-Director of the Indigenous Wellness Research Institute
Moderation:
Colinne S. Bartel, Truffle Time, Founder
CET: 21:00– 22:00
2. February 2022
CET: 12:00– 13:00
Animal Integration and Environmental Education
Speaker:
Michael Favelle, Odin's Eye Entertainment, Founder
Jackie Tarascio, DNEG Animation, Lead Animator
Moderation:
Heiko Nemmert, Baby Giant Hollyberg, CEO
PST: 03:00 – 04:00
9. February 2022
PST: 12:00 - 13:00
Anime Home Market vs. Global Market: Changes Over Time
Speakers:
Andreas Degen, AkibaDreams GmbH / Dokomi, CEO & Founder
Zachary Samuel Gottesman, UC-Irvine, East Asian Studies-Korean Animation
Moderation:
Colinne S. Bartel, Truffle Time, Founder
CET: 21:00 - 22:00
23. February 2022
CET: 12:00 - 13:00
The USP's of the Animation Economic Model
Speakers:
Sona Blessing, "Alternative Alternatives: Risk, Returns and Investment Strategy", Author
Bruno Zarka, Toonz Media Group, Distribution,Syndication & Feature Films Divisions, President
Moderation:
Colinne S. Bartel, Truffle Time, Founder
PST: 03:00 - 04:00
2. March 2022
CET: 18:00 - 19:00
Investor Panel Exchange
Speaker:
James Burron, The Canadian Association of Alternative Strategies & Assets, President
Asante Bradford, Center of Innovation for Digital Entertainment and Emerging Media, Georgia Department of Economic Development, Senior Engagement Manager
Sascha Klamp, Private Investor, Storyteller and Filmmaker
Moderation:
Colinne S. Bartel, Truffle Time, Founder
PST: 09:00 - 10:00