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FULL SESSION · 1 Oct 2026 · 68 min

Lisette Titre-Montgomery

Art director & studio co-founder

Creative leadership. Real ownership.

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From character artist to studio co-founder, Lisette examines ownership, funding, talent development, and AI—and what creators need to make meaningful work.

What you’ll take away

  • The transition from character artist to creative leader and studio co-founder.
  • How ownership, funding, and talent development shape creative opportunities.
  • Questions AI raises about creators’ authority and support.
  • Creative Craft
  • Ownership
  • Leadership

Hosted by Leon Winkler.

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