VidCon Anaheim

Michael “Harry-O” Harris is the legendary founder of Godfather Entertainment, the original parent company of Death Row Records, where he helped launch the careers of icons like Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, and Tupac Shakur. Before building one of hip-hop’s most influential empires, Harris had already founded 11 businesses by age 26. After serving decades in prison and receiving a presidential pardon in 2021, Harris emerged as a leading advocate for criminal justice reform, using technology and media to promote second chances and economic opportunity. Now re-established at the helm of Godfather Entertainment, Harris is also the force behind The O-Plan and a national spokesman for prison reform and school choice through Our Community First.

Industry Track

Digital Justice: How Social Media Is Fueling a New Era of Reform

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 304AB

Friday, June 20

3:35 pm - 4:20 pm

Featuring: Amy Nelson (Founder at The Riveter), Jesse Crosson - Second Chancer (Executive Director at Second Chancer Foundation), Michael R. Harris (President at The 20 Percent Project) and more

In an era where the justice system often favors those with power and resources, a new generation of creators is using digital platforms to expose injustice and drive change. Moderated by TikTok’s V Spehar (@underthedesknews), this session features four trailblazers who turned personal battles with the legal system into national movements. From exposing corporate abuse to deploying AI for clemency, these creators are turning storytelling into strategy and outrage into impact. Join this powerful conversation to learn how lived experience, digital advocacy, and civic tech are reshaping the future of justice.

Participants