The Power of LGBTQ+ Creators that Hollywood Can’t Replicate

Mar 12th 04:00 PM – 05:00 PM CST

Speakers:
David Ayllon – Senior Art Director, Peapod Digital Labs
Shannon Beveridge – Creator and Director
Zoya Biglary – Founder/Creator, Fysh Foods
Lauren Zoltick – Director of Performance Marketing, Storyblocks

Description:
There is a power that real, queer stories have that cannot be replicated in the LGBTQ+ narratives Hollywood creates. In a moment where LGBTQ+ perception, acceptance and equality feels highly volatile, the need for positive LGBTQ+ representation is high. Authentic queer joy expressed on social media by LGBTQ+ creators has proven to be a lifeline to queer youth and educate and build acceptance amongst the non-LGBTQ+ population. This panel will discuss why we need even more happy queer stories, the impact of LGBTQ+ creators, what Hollywood can learn from them, and how brands can support.

Comments

Leave a Reply