Producers Mentor Session: David Lawson (Rustic Films)

Event ID: PP1150144

Tue, Mar 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM

Venue: Executive Room (Omni Downtown)

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Summary

Meeting with this mentor is highly recommended if you're interested in Development, Producers/Production.

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