LOS ANGELES – Founder Forum is a new, member-driven, private network launched by global studio advisor Joel Pilger (https://www.joelpilger.com/forum). The site is designed to bring together leaders from top independent creative studios, production companies and content agencies to help them grow their businesses and strengthen the industry.
Photo: Forum's Joel Pilger recently brought together independent creative studio founders for FUSE #34 NYC, an evening of connection and camaraderie.
At launch, “Forum” already has 269 members worldwide but will have a cap to help focus on impact. Benefits include lively discussion spaces, weekly roundtables, FUSE private meetups/dinners, and a library of roundtable replays, pitch decks, templates and more. Alongside Pilger, leadership includes a council of nine diverse industry luminaries.
"Being a former studio owner myself, I am a relentless champion of the small and mid-sized creative business owner," explains Pilger. "Forum is unique. It’s not run by consultants. This is for founders, by founders, as the place where hand-picked leaders and I are pushing each other toward collective success.”
Pilger recently brought together independent creative studio founders for FUSE #34 NYC, an evening of connection and camaraderie. At its official launch, Forum is offering a number of exclusive benefits.
Derail the Pitch is a course that teaches members the unorthodox way to navigate RFPs and competitive pitches so they are never again the dreaded third bid.
Resident Experts provides access to the advice of industry experts in legal, public relations, new business/lead generation, HR/operations and AI for studios.
Studios United is a joint venture with Stimulated-Inc. that introduces a new platform to bring big brands and their projects directly to members’ doorsteps.
And Forum+ is an elevated tier for members who need personal guidance from Joel Pilger.
“Forum is an essential resource that helps me run a successful studio,” says Ed Rhine, owner/ECD at motion studio Spillt. "It's where I can connect with other top creative leaders and we can share perspectives on our ever-evolving industry. Combined with Joel's vast perspective and experience as a founder, it's a go-to community for balance and success."