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Speakers

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  Michele Kanan Emmy winning Producer, Emmy nominated Writer and Director
  

  Michele Kanan

  Emmy winning Producer, Emmy nominated Writer and Director

  Emmy® winning producer and co-writer of Way of the Cobra Couples, Michele Kanan was living in the suburbs, carpooling and serving as administrator for a successful medical practice when she decided to step out of her comfort zone to make a movie. Fast forward, and Kanan found herself and her kids married to the ‘Bad Boy of Karate’ Sean Kanan, while beginning a Hollywood career as a producer, writer and director.

  She has produced ten films including ’Til Death Do Us Part with Jason Patric, Orlando Jones and Cam Gigandet; Darkness of Man with Jean Claude VanDam; and a Cannes Film Festival sci-fi favorite, Colonials with Greg Kriek.

  In 2021, Kanan was nominated for an Emmy® for writing and she won an Emmy® as producer for Outstanding Digital Drama for STUDiO CiTY (Amazon Prime, ROKU). STUDiO CiTY has received over 20 Emmy® nominations and garnered Kanan a 2019 Indie Series Award for Best Writing.

  Currently Kanan is in post-production on the young adult television show, Pretty Little Gun and is set to direct the feature films, A Gift of Magic and Snipers. She has four projects in development, including one with Eric Roberts and another with Orlando Jones. In addition, Kanan is launching a web3 interactive game and token in conjunction with her show Pretty Little Gun, while running a flourishing e-commerce/digital marketing boutique agency.

  In 2022, she received a star on Palm Springs prestigious Walk of Fame in recognition for her work in entertainment and philanthropy in the Coachella Valley and Hollywood. In her spare time, Kanan spoils Beatrix, her Pug and she adores spending time with her five grown children and international television star husband.

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  Kate Monroe CEO, VetComm
  

  Kate Monroe

  CEO, VetComm

  Kate Monroe is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, author, and powerhouse creator whose real-life courage inspired the feature film Bodyman. As its financier and lead actress, she brings to life a story drawn from her own encounters with danger, corruption, and survival—delivering a gripping thriller underscored by integrity and resilience. Beyond film, Monroe is the CEO of VetComm, which has helped America’s veterans secure over $7 billion in earned VA compensation, empowering thousands to rebuild their lives. A trailblazer both in and out of uniform, she’s made more than 600 national television appearances advocating for veterans and accountability. A former Congressional candidate in California, Monroe continues her mission to defend truth, uplift those who serve, and tell powerful stories of sacrifice and redemption—proving that courage and conviction are the ultimate forms of leadership.

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  Sean Kanan Producer, FLIP Creative
  

  Sean Kanan

  Producer, FLIP Creative

  Sean Kanan is a dynamic Hollywood veteran and Emmy-winning producer celebrated for his exceptional storytelling abilities. As a member of the Producers Guild of America (PGA), he created, co-wrote, produced, and starred in the acclaimed Amazon Prime series *Studio City*, which offers an authentic glimpse into the world of daytime television and has garnered multiple Daytime Emmy Awards. Alongside his wife and creative partner, Michele Kanan, he wrote and produced the feature film *Bodyman*, with Sean starring in front of the camera and Michele directing. Their multi-service production company, Flip Creative Media, exemplifies their commitment to high-quality narratives across various platforms. Additionally, Sean is a best-selling author and TEDx speaker who shares motivational insights and high-performance strategies, while mentoring emerging talent as an acting coach, leveraging his extensive industry experience.