This week I am very excited to have Janet Pierson on the podcast! For fifteen years, from April 2008 to Oct 2022, Janet was responsible for the vision, programming, and execution of the SXSW Film Festival (now SXSW Film & TV Festival) and the film and episodic focused content within the SXSW Conference. As of October 2022, she transitioned to Director Emeritus for SXSW, with a strong involvement in programming and mentorship while she continues to champion and support emerging and established filmmakers. Before joining SXSW for the 2009 event, Janet spent over 30 years championing independent films and filmmakers in a variety of roles including exhibitor, producer's rep, financier, co-creator & executive producer, and segment director of the IFC cable TV series Split Screen, now available on the Criterion Channel.

In this episode we'll discuss Janet's early years in film, education and training, our shared interest in positive leadership, and what it means to be a thoughtful leader.

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