Internationally recognized as a filmmaker who “tells the stories of the untold” Alison chooses projects that continue to champion the creatives voice. With over 40 years as an award winning, Emmy nominated actor, writer and director (SOPRANOS, SESAME STREET, CARRY ME, MOUNT DRAGON, HISTORY OF SOUND) with her latest documentary A VITAL SUN winning the 2025 TRIBECA X Environmental Impact Award.

Award-winning media and entertainment producer. Diverse portfolio ranges from feature films (Paramount Global’s Blue’s Big City Adventure) and documentaries to an innovative VR series produced in partnership with Condé Nast Entertainment, Samsung, and Jaunt VR. Campaigns for a premier client list including Mercedes-Benz, Vitafusion, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Fox, Nexstar, the TLC franchise, Apple+, Disney+, Audible, and OpenAI. Solutions-focused approach and expertise in managing complex budgets, she excels at leading high-performing crews both locally and internationally.

Internationally award-winning Director of Photography John Engstrom brings over 35 years of experience to his role as one of the industry's most sought-after visual creatives. He is widely recognized for his powerful, action-packed vision, cutting-edge innovation, and strong team leadership. Clients include ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, Warner Brothers, NBA, NHL, Alibaba, Ford Motor Company, Gillette, Macy's, Nike, Pepsi, Vimeo, Verizon, and Jordan. He also founded Scheimpflug in 2004, the largest independently owned rental house in New York City.

Grammy- and Oscar-nominated singer and songwriter Patty Smyth known for hits like “Goodbye to You,” “The Warrior,” and “Sometimes Love Just Ain’t Enough,” helped define the 1980s rock sound, establishing her as one of the era’s most powerful female vocalists. After her success as lead singer in the band Scandal, Smyth launched a solo career that broadened her reach across pop and adult contemporary audiences. With a career spanning decades, she remains a celebrated performer whose work continues to resonate with audiences across generations.

Passion for media that uplifts & inspires, not harms: “hopescrolling over doomscrolling.” Currently Co-CEO of Good News Network, #1 ranked positive media platform; Founder of Lightbeam, a Webby-winning empathetic storytelling studio; Previously, CEO of Cricket Media’s (50+ year old kids media brand); COO of Indiewire/SnagFilms, pioneered by Ted Leonsis, and Creative Producer at AOL. As a producer, Ms. Sharis has worked on documentary and narrative projects including The Promise (short film), Music Inn (documentary), The Party’s Over (political documentary starring Philip Seymour Hoffman), and Daisy (narrative feature).