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Anhar Karim is an entertainment contributor for Forbes.com, where he covers the latest in movies, TV, and all things creator economy. He’s interviewed filmmakers behind Marvel and DC productions, discussed the creator business with leaders at Snapchat and TikTok, and covered red carpets including the People’s Choice Awards.Anhar is also a digital marketing professional and an active content creator himself under the handle @ReliableNarrator. On his page, he analyzes popular movies, TV shows, and music to uncover deeper meaning and encourage artistic discussion. In his work he has collaborated with The Walt Disney Company, The Academy Awards, Xbox, Universal Pictures, and more.

Industry Track

Talent Management AMA

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 304CD

Friday, June 20

3:45 pm - 4:30 pm

Featuring: Anhar Karim (Entertainment Writer at Forbes.com), Damian Skoczylas (SVP, Talent Agency at Viral Nation), Josh DeAngelis (Head of Talent at Palette Media, Inc.) and more

Few roles in the creator economy offer a broader view of deal flow than today’s talent managers. As the space matures, so does the function of representation, shaped by shifting platform dynamics, evolving brand expectations, and increasingly sophisticated creator businesses.In this session, top talent managers and industry leaders unpack how the role is changing, what trends they’re seeing in partnerships and deal structures, and how they’re helping creators navigate growth. This session features a candid panel discussion followed by a live AMA where attendees can ask the experts directly.

Participants

Anhar Karim

Entertainment Writer

Forbes.com