Welcome to the Culture FYI’RS Podcast. Culture FYI’RS is a creative collaboration meetup held weekly at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles. Each week, we feature a fireside chat with a guest, showcase projects being worked on by members of the FYI community, and share product updates for FYI.AI, the creative collaboration app co-founded by will.i.am.

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This week, we are joined by Monty Marsh, a dynamic filmmaker and creative innovator with a rich background in both the entertainment and nonprofit sectors. In a captivating conversation with FYI Chief Growth Officer Julie Pilat, Monty shares his inspiring journey from modeling and film finance to directing and producing, all while emphasizing the importance of community engagement and empowerment.

Monty recounts his early days in North Carolina, his decision to pursue modeling, and how a chance opportunity led him to the world of film finance, where he played a crucial role in projects like the acclaimed film "Frida." He discusses the evolution of the film industry, drawing parallels between the current state of Hollywood and the music industry's transformation during the Napster era. Monty highlights the democratization of storytelling, where independent creators now have unprecedented access to tools and resources to bring their visions to life.

As the conversation unfolds, Monty delves into his work with Sola, a pioneering organization that combines for-profit housing development with nonprofit initiatives aimed at uplifting underserved communities in South Central Los Angeles. He discusses the innovative programs at The Beehive, a cultural hub that fosters creativity and provides training in various fields, from filmmaking to tech. Monty's passion for mentorship and community building shines through as he details the exciting projects and opportunities available for aspiring artists and filmmakers.

Check out the project link to this Culture FYI’RS event with Monty:

https://fyi.me/p/culturefyirs83

Want to attend a Culture FYI’RS event in person at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles? Hit the link below to see a schedule of who’s speaking at a future event and to RSVP to join the next session.

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This episode’s Culture FYI’RS event was produced by FYI co-founder Will I Am,, Aminah Muhammad, Emily Choi, Frankie Sandoval, Jafet Chavez, Julie Pilot, Markus Nielsen-Kolding, Roneal Madlani, Sean Kantrowitz, Shania Jafari, the FYI Product Team, and of course, the FYI Community. The podcast is edited by Rob Van Vranken.

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