The OnTrack to Power podcast was created to interview business owners that can share their journey to ownership and the things they do now to maintain the strength in staying the course.
Welcome to the first episode of the new year. This week's guest, John Koutselinis, is an award winning composer out of London. He has worked on such projects as League of Legends, The Great Alaskan Race, Nephilim and so many more. Due to my love of music (especially music soundtracks), it was such a joy getting together with him to discuss the business. John's Information: Webpage: https://www.johnkoutselinis.com/ IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3618386/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnkoutselinis/ Gregory's Info: Email: gregory@ontracktopower.com Website: www.gregorystapleton.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorystapleton01/
Join me for this in depth interview with Cave Academy founder Jahirul Amin. In this interview Jahirul discusses how and why he started the academy along with its future plans for the upcoming years. We also discuss many aspects of the visual effects industry. Jahirul's Contact Info: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahirulamin/ Cave Academy URL - https://caveacademy.com Gregory's Info: Email - gregory@ontracktopower.com
In this week's virtual guest chair is Julie Kerwin. She is the founder of IAmElemental toy company. In this episode she not only gives us an extensive look at how the company was formed, but also tips on distribution of goods. Julie Kerwin's Information: Website: www.iamelemental.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliekerwin/ Gregory's Information: Website: www.gregorystapleton.com Email: gregory@ontracktopower.com
This week's guest is Tiffney T. Laing. She is a toy creator who in her first year of creating her flagship toy, the "History Makers Puzzle Block Set (HMPBS), was a finalist for Toy of the Year Award. She is the winner of the 2018 Product of the Year Award by Creative Child Magazine and the 2018 Family Choice Award. Tiffney has now stretched her wings and is the proud founder of Bevy and Dave, an animated film to teach and uplift young children. Tiffney's contact information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffneylaing/ Bevy and Dave: https://bevyanddave.com Gregory's contact information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorystapleton01/ Website: https://www.gregorystapleton.com Podcast: https://www.ontracktopower.com Email: gregory@ontracktopower.com
The host of OnTrack to Power just gives a warm thank you for the support and to celebrate his 10th episode. Gregory Stapleton: Artwork: www.gregorystapleton.com Podcast: www.ontracktopower.com gregory@ontracktopower.com
Join me in this in depth and revealing episode Elaina Scott. We tap industry, race and being a woman in the visual effects industry. Elaina Scott: LinkedIn Account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elaina-scott-175970/ IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4801274/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Gregory: www.gregorystapleton.com Podcast: www.ontracktopower.com Email: gregory@ontracktopower.com
Welcome to episode 8. In the virtual seat I have Jessica Lewis who has voiced for companies such as Dior, Toshiba, Welch, Ocean Spray and many more. Join me in a discussion with Jessica where she talks about techniques and equipment she uses for her voiceover work. Jessica's contact information: Jessica's business site - https://www.jessicalewisvoice.com Jessica's Podcast show - https://www.squareoneshow.com Gregory's Info: Business Site: www.cityboystudios.com Podcast site: https://www.ontracktopower.com Email: gregory@ontracktopower.com
Dave Cardwell is a true technological pioneer in the field visual effects. Dave has co-founded and partnered with numerous companies over the years including the Academy Award winning Mudbox. He is a true visionary that is now partnered with Spin VR creating new immersive technology called BRIO which is a cloud based AR, VR & 3D platform, now available for license subscription. Dave's Info: www.linkedin.com/davecardwellbriovr/ https://www.spinvfx.com/ https://experience.brioxr.com/ Gregory's Info: www.ontracktopower.com www.gregorystapleton.com
Welcome to episode 6. In the virtual seat today is senior animator and founder of the Griffin Animation Academy, Eddie Chew. Join me in taking an inside peek into this fantastic artist life and why he chose to give back to the animation community by creating a school. Eddie's contact information: Click here to connect with Eddie's LinkedIn page. Griffin Animation Academy: https://griffinanimationacademy.com/ IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2691260/ My contact Information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorystapleton01/ Podcast Website: https://www.ontracktopower.com/ Website: https://www.gregorystapleton.com/ or www.cityboystudios.com Email: gregory@ontracktopower.com
Welcome to Episode 5. In my virtual guest seat is Daniel Miller. A visual effects artist located in London, England who has worked on films such as The Matrix Resurrections, Annihilation, Pinocchio and many more. We will discuss many of his travels and his joy of the industry. In addition, we will discuss his short film Broken Toy. One of his strong sponsors being Chaos, the people behind VRay. They have been sponsoring the film with software licenses and the free use of their cloud based rendering platform. So join me in this great discussion and make sure you have pen and paper in hand. Guest Information: Daniel's personal project: https://brokentoymovie.uk/ Daniel's personal webpage: https://danielmarkmiller.uk/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokentoymovie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/brokentoymovie Connect to the VFX Artists Podcast with host Kofi Ansah: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-vfx-artists-podcast/
Adrian Bobb is a visual effects artist located in Canada who is credited with numerous show credits that includes The Expanse and Killjoys to name a few. In the past decade I have worked at companies such as Ubisoft, Digital Dimension, Rocket Science VFX, Jam Filled Animation, Little Blackstone Studios, as a matte painter, concept artist and 3D modeler. Join me in this information filled show. You are sure to be able to incorporate some of the advice into your own journey. To view Adrian's work go to www.adrianbobb.com. Or you can click here to connect with him on his LinkedIn page.
Welcome to Episode 3. In the guest seat this week is entrepreneur Keith White. With many accolades under his belt like winning the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation of E-Pay Innovator of the Year Award and Grant, having one patent and two patents pending in video technology and many more, he has now entered the world of animation. Not as an artist, but as a facilitator to the thousands of artist of color around the world to get together to not only showcase their work to their peers but to the world. And all of this is accomplished through Keith's Afro Animation International Summit. Join me in this discussion with him to hear what lead up to this great endeavor. To connect with Kevin you can find him on LinkedIn. To see what the summit is all about you can go to www.afroanimation.com To reach me, email me at gregory@ontracktopower.com My artwork Cityboy Studios LLC
Welcome to Episode 2. This concludes my conversation with Antoine Cunningham. We discuss his reasons to create his own lane in the industry and steps on how to deal with the stress that comes with such a decision. To connect with Antoine go to his LinkedIn page [linkedin.com/in/antstar6929gogetit]. Or contact him through email at antstarex140@gmail.com To reach me, email me at gregory@ontracktopower.com My artwork: Cityboy Studios LLC
Welcome to Episode 1. In the guest seat is a Senior Animator and business owner, Antoine Cunningham. With over 20 years in the entertainment industry, he has amassed many films and shows under his belt. Join me in part one to discuss Antoine's history in the world of animation. To connect with Antoine go to his LinkedIn page [linkedin.com/in/antstar6929gogetit]. Or contact him through email at antstarex140@gmail.com To reach me, email me at gregory@ontracktopower.com My artwork www.gregorystapleton.com
This ground zero episode is a simple introduction of myself and some things for you to look forward to in future episodes. I'm so excited to bring to you information and life lessons that you can incorporate not only in your life but your business endeavors. So, let's get this going!
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