This panel brings together professionals from across the filmmaking ecosystem casting, producing, acting, and finance to explore how access, inclusion, and collaboration can truly transform the industry. Panelists will share practical strategies for creating opportunity, supporting underrepresented voices, and building sustainable careers, while shaping stories that resonate both culturally and globally.

Moderator:
Sola Fasehun, DIFF Founder

Panelists:
Alan Luna, "IF I GO WILL THEY MISS ME" (Co-Producer, Casting Director) and "MARGA EN CDMX" (Casting Director)
Daniel Benge, Partner, Fox Rothschild, Entertainment & Sports Law
Cristina Garza, United Talent Agency/UTA, Independent Film Agent
Aitch Alberto, HBO Max’s "DUSTER" & Apple TV+’s "LITTLE AMERICA" (Writer, Director)
Gabriela Ortega, "MARGA EN EL DF" (Director, Writer, Actress)

Please note there is a cost to attend the festival.