Deon Taylor is a multifaceted filmmaker, writer, and idea generator, and the visionary co-founder of Hidden Empire Film Group (HEFG). With a string of critically acclaimed and commercially successful films, including Traffik (2018), The Intruder (2019), Black and Blue (2019), and Fatale (2020), Taylor has solidified his position as a powerhouse in the industry.

Roxanne Avent Taylor is one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking producers working in Hollywood today, redefining what it means to be an independent force in the entertainment industry. As co-founder and CEO of Hidden Empire Film Group (HEFG), Roxanne has built one of the most prolific and successful Black-owned production companies in the business.

Ephraim Salaam is a former 13-year NFL veteran who has successfully transitioned into the entertainment industry. He was staffed as a WGA writer in 2018 for The Continental (A John Wick Story). Since then, he has been staffed on three additional shows, including the past three years on Peacock’s smash hit series Bel-Air.

Boris Kodjoe is an actor, director, producer, investor and philanthropist. He is known for his roles in House Of Cards, The Last Man on Earth, Brown Sugar, Soul Food, the Resident Evil franchise, and The Real Husbands Of Hollywood. His movies have grossed over $1 billion at the box office.

Trevor Ariza is a retired NBA champion whose 18-year basketball career exemplified resilience, versatility, and championship pedigree. Best known for his role with the Los Angeles Lakers, Ariza built a reputation as an elite two-way player. Now, Ariza is channeling that same discipline and creative drive into Hollywood, developing his voice as a future actor and producer.

Bobby Kenner is a seasoned entertainment professional with two decades of experience at Creative Artists Agency (CAA), where he has specialized in unscripted television since the start of his career in 2006. He has represented Oscar-winning filmmakers and played an instrumental role in brokering high-profile deals, including Earnhardt at Amazon and Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes at HBO.