From Theater to Tech: Jason Kassin’s Path to Raising $140M and Exiting
Gain valuable insights from Jason Kassin, a technology entrepreneur and pioneering entertainment executive. Jason will share his remarkable journey from theater and film to founding FilmTrack, a leading SaaS platform for content rights management, which he successfully scaled from startup to an acquisition by City National Bank.
Discover how Jason leveraged his creative background in storytelling and improvisation to pitch investors, secure over $140 million in funding, and navigate multiple acquisitions. He'll also provide insights from his current role as an advisor, angel investor, and board member, offering perspectives on scaling businesses, fundraising, and the evolving intersection of technology and entertainment.
Whether you're an early-stage founder or scaling your startup, Jason's expertise in execution, strategic partnerships, and investment will provide actionable takeaways to help you succeed on your entrepreneurial journey.
Opening Remarks @ 9:30am PT
Join us for opening remarks with Dina Wagner, Head of Member Success at Founders Network, to get the latest updates from the Network and opportunities for getting involved.
Keynote Speaker @ 9:40am PT
Jason Kassin is a technology entrepreneur and entertainment industry executive with a deep understanding of the intersection between media and technology. As the founder and former CEO of FilmTrack, Jason played a pivotal role in transforming how the entertainment industry manages content rights, royalties, and licensing agreements.
Beyond his entrepreneurial journey, Jason has held leadership roles in the financial sector, helping City National Bank expand its entertainment finance division after FilmTrack's acquisition. Today, he is an active angel investor, board member, and advisor, working with startups across various industries to refine their go-to-market strategies, fundraising efforts, and business models.
In addition to his work in technology and investment, Jason has a background in screenwriting and film production, with credits at DreamWorks, Fox, and NBC. He continues to explore storytelling through documentary filmmaking. Jason has sold scripts to major studios and co-produced the award-winning documentary It Ain't Over, which became one of Netflix's most-streamed sports documentaries.
He serves on multiple advisory boards and remains passionate about fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurs in their growth journeys.
Stage-Based Roundtables @ 10:30am PT
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