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Rex Steven Sikes, is the developer of the life changing program Mind Design™. He is a Master Trainer of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Design Human Engineering (DHE). He is a Master Hypnotist and Master Hypnotherapist. Rex is a seminar leader and educator in transformation, personal change, gratitude, attitude and wellness, whole-brain and accelerated learning. His best selling products include The Attitude Activator™, How To Get People To Do What You Want™, and The Ultimate NLP Home Study Program™. As a sought after seminar leader, speaker and presentation coach he conducts programs and workshops in personal and professional development helping people tap into their inner strengths and well being to get their goals. He runs another blog Daily Inspiration & Gratitude and his mentoring website is Idea Seminars. Additionally, he coaches people from all walks of life including actors, public presenters and consults for film and corporate business. Visit: http://www.idea-seminars.com For information about Rex's programs email CreateYouBestLifeWithRex@gmail.com Rex is also a an actor, producer, director, entertainer, radio show host and author. As a producer, director and actor Rex has numerous credits in television and movies. He loves working behind and in front of the camera. He works as a mentor, coach and consultant in personal change and for films and filmmakers For: Producing, Directing, Acting Sari Shapiro Management 310-575-4154 Email Sari Shapiro On Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat here, at http://www.rexsikes.com , on youtube.com and elsewhere he interviews celebrities filmmakers and people making it happen on air radio, television and the web. DISCLAIMER This Publisher has strived to be as accurate and complete as presenting the information within these pages. While all attempts have been made to verify information provided in this blog site publication and all individual blog posts and pages, the Publisher assumes no responsibility for errors omissions, or contrary interpretation of the subject matter herein. Any perceived slights of specific persons, peoples, or organizations are unintentional. There are no guarantees of income made. Readers are cautioned to reply on their own judgment about their individual circumstances to act accordingly. Rex Sikes' Movie Beat, the author, the website, blog, posts and pages are not intended for use as a source of legal, business, accounting or financial advice, medical or psychological advice. All readers are advised to seek the services of competent professionals in the legal, business, accounting, finance, medical and psychological fields. COPYRIGHT NOTICE Rex Sikes' Daily Inspiration And Gratitude Website, AND Rex Sikes' Movie Beat, Blogs and All Blog Posts and All Content are copyright Rex Sikes 2014 -2020. The text of posts may be shared in their entirety as long as copyright accompanies and Rex Sikes is credited as author. Photos copyrighted original owner. No claim to photos is made by Rex Sikes. Honor copyright of photo holders. ADDITIONAL NOTICE All pages and text COPYRIGHT © Rex Steven Sikes & Rex Sikes Entertainment, LLC 2014-2018 in all media. Images used with permission. Individual images, photographers and contributors retain their copyrights. No claims are made for these. Please respect all.
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Mission 1 Billion Feb 11 Speaker Meeting at North American Camera – Milwaukee! JOIN US

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We are meeting at North American Camera 7pm SHARP! Wednesday Feb 11.  Be one time please! Feel free to invite filmmaker friends! We want to thank Bob Donnelly for opening up his studio to us and hosting this Mission 1 Billion event!! Thanks Bob!!

NAC is located in Suite 220 in the Lincoln Warehouse.
The building address is: 2018 S. 1st Street #220 Milwaukee, WI 53207

There is an expansive parking lot around the building. Parking is free and first come first serve.

Walk up the steps by Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant. Go through the second set of doors to the right of Jalisco’s. Bob will have have signs up.  Walk up the stairs to the second floor. NAC is the second door on the left — suite 220.

Component Brewing will provide some refreshments for purchase. They have a wide variety of on premise made micro brews. There is also a variety of nonalcoholic beverages also made on premise. Food is very limited with flower child pizzas or soft pretzels. Beer is really what they are all about.

AND NOW ABOUT BOB AND NORTH AMERICAN CAMERA

With more than 40 years of experience in Wisconsin’s film and video industries, Bob Donnelly has progressed through the ranks as a videographer, film camera loader, first assistant camera, and ultimately, director of photography.

Bob’s extensive production background spans independent feature films, music videos, local and national television commercials, and corporate and training productions.

Notably, he spent four weeks working with Garrett Brown, the inventor of the Steadicam, during the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia, where he supported a range of groundbreaking prototype camera systems.

In 1999, Bob founded North American Camera, establishing a professional camera equipment resource for Wisconsin’s production community. Through this venture, he made Hollywood-caliber equipment accessible to regional filmmakers and content creators who otherwise would have had limited access to such tools.

Today, Bob continues to provide top-tier camera equipment and expertise, supporting image makers in the rapidly evolving landscape of high-end video production.

**** Come on out. Our first meeting (field-trip) elsewhere. See you. Show up about 6:30 or 6:45 to be on time since Bob is gracious enough to host this event for us. Please be on time and respectful of the premises and equipment.****

At our December meeting Director/Writer/Producer gave an inspiring talk to our group. It was well attended and we got lots of great appreciative comments from members and guests. Thank you Mr. Pico for a wonderful evening. Your talk helped many of us to understand the business of filmmaking much better.

SEE YOU WED FEB 11, 7p, at North American Camera!! Enjoy

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Last Meeting Kathy Byrne SAG NEXT MEETING Jan 14 Director Daniel Pico

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Hey there filmmakers and fans!

Kathy Bryne (Head of Film & TV SAG/Aftra Chicago) spoke LIVE at Mission 1 Billion in Dec 25 and was a huge hit. So much so she will be back in the spring with a lot more. Two reasons. 1 there is more to talk about. 2. She is returning for all those people who wanted to be there but couldn’t. SO, here is your 2nd opportunity. Don’t miss it. She will be with us again Wed May 13 so mark your calendar NOW and we’ll keep you updated. UNTIL THEN we’ve other fantastic meetings to enjoy.

(Actress musician Elizabeth Clare, Film Producer Jeffrey Kurz, Voice Actor Curt Campanga, Kathy Byrne of SAG, Rex Sikes and Director and film producer Ezekiel Drews)

Kathy showed filmmakers how nonunion filmmakers could utilize SAG talent and provided reasons why you want to do this in a professional industry. If you are serious about filmmaking this is something you want to and need to know. Why and how and the benefits to you in making your project a SAG project. She also address what investors and distributors are interested in and require.

(Some of the members who remained for a group photo) 

Kathy is sooooo coool and explains the process and answers questions you might have.

A few pics of members (click to see) enjoying Kathy Byrne’s engaging talk. Who do you recognize? SFX Wizard Dieter Sturm, Actor & Coach Adam Christopher Weisman, Mauren Cashin Bolog of Actor’s Craft, Voice over actor Curt Campagna & Producer Peter Galente. Producer/Director Ezekiel Drews & Derek Pfister of Chair On Stairs films PLUS so many not pictured here or credited.

NEXT UP JAN 14 is Director Daniel j Pico. 

He will address our members and friends. THIS is open to the public so invite your talented filmmaker and performer friends. Spread the word. Encourage people to join our exclusive Facebook group using this QR code.

They use QR code to get an invite to join. THEY MUST answer two questions to be approved. There are other qualifying considerations BUT the questions ARE an important part of the joining process! Spread the word about meetings and about joining our FB group!

(Use this QR code to invite your friends to join Mission 1 Billion FB group.)

Wed Jan 14 is Mr Pico. Here is a little bit about him and why you might want to join us live.

Daniel J. Pico is a Columbia College Chicago graduate with a BA in directing and screenwriting. Having created his first film at the age of 8, Daniel has dedicated his life to filmmaking.

He co-wrote, co-produced the Primetime Emmy® Nominated Series “RZR” starring David Bianchi, Emmy® nominee Mena Suvari, and Emmy® nominee Richard Cabral.

He also directed episode 6 and was integral to its success. He co-wrote the screenplay for “Whispers in the Walls” a horror thriller that will be going into production in March of 2026.

As the founder of Pico Blvd Entertainment, Daniel specializes in independent cinema. His diverse career spans directing, editing, and producing, having worked on numerous feature films, including multi-million-dollar productions around the world.

His short film “Reasonable Doubt” premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival’s Short Film Corner. Daniel has directed three feature films, “Common Senses” and “Farewell Darkness”, which won three Best Feature Film awardson the international festival circuit. “The Withering” his most recent feature is being released in 2026 by Cleopatra Entertainment.

He has also directed over 85 short films, music videos, commercials, documentaries, and 11 episodes of popular TV and web series.

JOIN US Wed January 14! Enter through the door under the White Claw sign.

Daniel is a prolific filmmaker and has a lot to share.

Make it a point to attend our meetings. They include speaker event, project planning, classes free and paid, seminars, and productions and support for productions.

Wednesday nights are PIZZA night at Schmidty’s – Get a large pizza and receive a free pitcher of soda or beer. 

Mark Your Calendar Today! Commit to joining us! Share and invite others! See you Jan 14 7pm at Shcmidty’s

16755 W. Lisbon Road, Brookfield, WI 53005

We’ll have more Mission 1 Billion (official website) project discussions, film events, speakers and class sessions coming up live and in person and will report on it here.

Also be sure to subscribe for free to Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat on spotify to listen to professional filmmakers share their expertise with you. More than 600 hours of pros telling us what to do and what not to do to be more successful. Click the link above to listen and subscribe.

Want to join Mission 1 Billion on Facebook? Use that QR code to let us know. Follow the sign in instructions and rules and become one of us.

See ya then!

Engage with group member posts in Mission 1 Billion on Facebook!

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Mission 1 Billion Networking Meeting Guest Speaker Kathy Byrne – Dec. 17

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We enjoyed a great November meeting. Some of our usual wonderful members showed up and quite a few new people. It is wonderful to have people looking to connect up with other content creators to network and collaborate and contribute to each other. I’d like to thank all who attend and help move our mission forward.

I’d like to thank those who share the events and invite others. Active participation is wonderful and so many are taking the initiative to help us grow into something incredible for ourselves, the state, and the charities we want to contribute to. It is good to get to know area filmmakers, actors, musicians and other talented creators. THANKS everyone for your support and participation!!!

One of these days we will remember to take group photo before people leave so we get all those who attended in the shot. Maybe, next time. What do you think?

NEXT meeting Wednesday Dec 17 at Schmidty’s Bar & Grill 16755 W. Lisbon Ave Brookfield, WI 53005 at 7pm is a GUEST SPEAKER EVENT. So come early so we can begin on time. 6:30 doors ar open (enter under the white claw sign). Stay late networking and getting to know each other.

People connecting on projects and helping each other out is what we are all about. We endeavor to be a useful resource to you!

OUR SPEAKER IS KATHY BYRNE

Kathy Byrne has been the Director of TV/Theatrical for SAG-AFTRA Chicago since May, 2010.  In addition to running the TV/Theatrical Department, she also is the head of Agency Relations for the Chicago local.  This entails working with Franchised Agents in the Chicago market.

Kathy is a firm believer in outreach to both actors and filmmakers who are beginning their careers, or who have worked on several film projects without realizing how easy it is to work with SAG-AFTRA actors and contracts.

Kathy oversees TV/Theatrical contracts in 11 states in the Midwest (including WI).  

Prior to her position at SAG-AFTRA, Kathy was the Project Coordinator for Film and Television for the Chicago Film Office for nearly 20 years.  She also was the Program Coordinator for the Chicago Outdoor Film Festival for 3 years.  Kathy is a proud graduate of Illinois State University!

You’ll enjoy Kathy. She is a fountain of information and wisdom. So come to learn something new you might not have known.

This is an important meeting regarding the business of filmmaking and content creation. One of the great benefits of working with SAG/Aftra and the other department unions is learning the business of how to spend money productively.

Show BUSINESS is first and foremost a business that creates entertainment product. The business world entrusts professionals who know how to wisely budget and spend investors’ money. Working with SAG is a fantastic way to gain that experience. You have a protocol to work and make work during your production.

Be creative and learn your skills as a filmmaker to wow your audiences and move them as you want to do with your project. AND learn the business of filmmaking so you can do it more often professionally while making money and building your reputation not only as a creative but as a savvy business filmmaker.

THIS is valuable to the filmmaker especially when so many do no or low budget projects in their spare time. Making a SAG project helps add your value to those who might hire you. It is all about experience, being a pro and knowing how to work within THE industry as well as outside of it. Some think it is too hard or they can’t do this, but remember diamonds are fashioned under pressure. The skills you gain are worth everything it takes to get there.

Kathy will enlighten us to many benefits and opportunities we might otherwise not realize. JOIN US! Mark your calendar today and make it a point to be there Wed. Evening Dec. 17th.

We’ll have more Mission 1 Billion (official website) project discussions, film events, speakers and class sessions coming up live and in person and will report on it here.

Also be sure to subscribe for free to Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat on spotify to listen to professional filmmakers share their expertise with you. More than 600 hours of pros telling us what to do and what not to do to be more successful. Click the link above to listen and subscribe.

Want to join Mission 1 Billion on Facebook? Use this QR code to let us know. Follow the sign in instructions and rules and become one of us.

It IS that simple! JOIN US!

LINK TO ARTICLE from Los Angeles Tribune about Dan & Rex Heartspire & Mission 1 Billion vision, mission and action. What will we do and what can you do to help! Become a part of something wonderful and helpful to filmmakers and others.

See ya next blog!

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MISSION 1 Billion: Official Creator Network Upcoming Meetings Nov & Dec

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Greetings filmmaker friends and fans!

Our next Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network meeting is Wednesday Nov 12 at 7pm at Schmidty’s Bar and Grill. Details on picture and further don’t this article.

During this meeting we’ll discuss our progress as a club, our projects past and future. Come and join us. Share the information with your actor and filmmaker friends so they can join us too! It’s also pizza night so if you like tasty pizza – when you get a large pizza you receive a free pitcher of soda or beer.

NOTE: We have another wonderful guest speaker. I want to get out this head’s up on our December meeting. Wednesday Dec 17 same time and place. Be early so we can begin on time.

Kathy Byrne has been the Director of TV/Theatrical for SAG-AFTRA Chicago since May, 2010.  In addition to running the TV/Theatrical Department, she also is the head of Agency Relations for the Chicago local.  This entails working with Franchised Agents in the Chicago market.  Kathy is a firm believer in outreach to both actors and filmmakers who are beginning their careers, or who have worked on several film projects without realizing how easy it is to work with SAG-AFTRA actors and contracts.  Kathy oversees TV/Theatrical contracts in 11 states in the Midwest (including WI).  

Prior to her position at SAG-AFTRA, Kathy was the Project Coordinator for Film and Television for the Chicago Film Office for nearly 20 years.  She also was the Program Coordinator for the Chicago Outdoor Film Festival for 3 years.  Kathy is a proud graduate of Illinois State University! More to come in next blog.

WHEN AND WHERE???

Wednesday Nov 12 & Dec 17 at Schmidty’s Bar & Grill 16755 W. Lisbon Road, Brookfield, WI 53005at our monthly Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network meeting.

Enter the door under the White Claw sign

Come early and stay late so we could begin on time.. Share with your filmmaker and actor friends. Wednesday night Schmidty’s has a special on large pizzas. Get one for 20 bucks and get a free pitcher of soda or beer.

This meeting is open to the public and free. Share with your friends. Please be early so we can begin on time.

To learn about out vision and mission visit our website: Missiononebillion.org

We have an exclusive private facebook group Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network which is by invite only. Find us on FB and send Dan Brezgel of Rex Sikes a DM if you’d like to join the others in our group.

We’re setting calendar for the upcoming months Nov through June of 26. We have other speakers and projects and a lot going on so you do want to be a group member and stay in touch. We will announce within that group as soon as possible.

We also have Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat recordings coming soon of both Director Michael O Sajbel and Rocky Wagonhurst. Look for that too. You can subscribe to Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat blog right here to stay updated and to the Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat Podcast on Spotify where there is over 600 hours of professional filmmakers sharing their expertise with you. Subscribe today!

You can find lots of inspirational videos and filmmaker content on Create Your Best Life With Rex on youtube. Subcribe, like, comment and share. https://www.youtube.com/@createyourbestlifewithRex too.

AGAIN, Come early so we can start on time. Stay Late. Order a pizza and get a free pitcher of soda or beer. JOIN US.

Spread the word to your talented filmmaker and actor friends.

Use this QR code to apply to join our FaceBook Group Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network

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Actor, Story Teller, Media Visionary Rocky Wagonhurst Speaks at Mission 1 Billion Filmmaker Meeting October 22.

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The meeting was a great success. We opened it to the public and everyone enjoyed Rocky’s talk and his suggestions on how to get a job in showbiz. We video taped it for Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat and we will make this talk available as soon as possible.

Recently I had Rocky as a guest on Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat and the discussion we had is available on youtube and on spotify. Here are the links: YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NHjuMiXWXw

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2zoiOvG8US1aiu5efAxNv6

PLUS Rocky and I appeared recently on Pete Schwaba’s wonderful show Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba. https://www.youtube.com/live/lhiiaLZldcQ

Rocky’s biographical material and promo for our recent event follows.

Rocky Wagonhurst’s five-decade journey through the world of media is nothing short of extraordinary. He began in the 1970s as a Universal Studios tour guide and went on to appear on The Young and the Restless, star in national commercials, and play Laertes in a five-hour production of Hamlet.

He was also directed by Steven Spielberg in Minority Report alongside Tom Cruise and once soared 10,000 feet above Lake Tahoe in a glider with actor Cliff Robertson. His career has spanned radio, stage, and screen, ultimately leading him behind the camera as a seasoned television executive.

Currently, Rocky serves as Vice President and General Manager of The CW and My24 stations in Milwaukee, bringing his lifelong passion for storytelling and media innovation to local broadcasting.

Rocky will be talking on many topics; film, acting, television, AI, a career in the business and he will answer your questions!

WHEN AND WHERE???

Wednesday October 22, 2025 at 7pm sharp. Schmidty’s Bar & Grill 16755 W. Lisbon Road, Brookfield, WI 53005at our monthly Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network meeting.

Enter the door under the White Claw sign

Come early and stay late so we could begin on time.. Share with your filmmaker and actor friends. Wednesday night Schmidty’s has a special on large pizzas. Get one for 20 bucks and get a free pitcher of soda or beer.

This meeting is open to the public and free. Share with your friends. Please be early so we can begin on time.

To learn about out vision and mission visit our website: Missiononebillion.org

We have an exclusive private facebook group Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network which is by invite only. Find us on FB and send Dan Brezgel of Rex Sikes a DM if you’d like to join the others in our group.

We’re setting calendar for the upcoming months Nov through June of 26. We have other speakers and projects and a lot going on so you do want to be a group member and stay in touch. We will announce within that group as soon as possible.

We also have Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat recordings coming soon of both Director Michael O Sajbel and Rocky Wagonhurst. Look for that too. You can subscribe to Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat blog right here to stay updated and to the Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat Podcast on Spotify where there is over 600 hours of professional filmmakers sharing their expertise with you. Subscribe today!

You can find lots of inspirational videos and filmmaker content on Create Your Best Life With Rex on youtube. Subcribe, like, comment and share. https://www.youtube.com/@createyourbestlifewithRex too.

AGAIN, Come early so we can start on time. Stay Late. Order a pizza and get a free pitcher of soda or beer. JOIN US.

Spread the word to your talented filmmaker and actor friends.

Use this QR code to apply to join our FaceBook Group Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network

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Mission 1 Billion: 1st Collaborative Film Shoot Cast and Crew

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I’d like to  thank everyone who participated in the collaborative film shoot. Cast and crew was exemplary. Thank you so much for showing up being on time and doing your part. Thank you. We have wrapped the production and from here it goes into post. PLUS read about our special upcoming event below.

A Great Big Thanks to Cast & Crew:

Producers: Dan Brezgel Shad roberts, Thomas Beach Josh Hall Rex Sikes

Writer: Shad Roberts idea & script with additions from Dan and Josh.

Director: Josh Hall

Cinematographer/Editor: Dan Brezgel

Sound: Thomas Beach

Scripty: Paul Brezgel

Locations: Nealy Roberts

1st AD: Rex Sikes

Cast:

Al Brezgel, Paul Brezgel, Shad Roberts, Mike Eauslin, Laurie Amstadt, Troy Sparks, Richard Faulkner, Maynard Hebert.

Short Film tentatively titled ‘Cottage Cheese’

Maynard drove in from Fond Du Lac and Richard came in from Elkhorn. Kudos to all. And kudos to those who made a lengthier trip to and from the location.

Everyone was wonderful. Dedicated and helpful. It was a really nice time with all. That’s the kind of film projects I enjoy. Don’t you?

Production is complete and now in post.

We will let you know as we have updates when and when and where we will debut it. Perhaps, our next meeting if completed by then.

This IS and was Mission 1 Billion’s first collaborative, short film project. At last month’s meeting Mack Heath suggested doing a project. We all thought it a great idea and voted on projects. Cottage Cheese was selected.

Some people were available and got to help. Some people didn’t and would like to. We will do other projects and we want to support you with your project as well.

This was our first pilot program and we’re so grateful to all who have supported us in making it happen. As far as a delightful, cooperative filmmaking session it was an outstanding success. Eager to see this one completed and get another project going soon. Happily we will accept suggestions by email in the FB group or messenger or at the live meetings. Feel free to share your ideas for us to consider.

PLUS Be sure to come out to our next meeting on the 24th of this month to see our Director guest, Michael Sajbel and to learn more about what’s going on with the club and what we’re doing.

Sept 24. 7pm An evening with Hollywood Director Michael Sajbel! 7pm Please Be Early so we can begin on time. Michael will speak on his filmmaking journey, provide tips and suggestions for directing, filmmaking and more. He will answer your questions. 

Schmidty’s Bar & Grill 16755 W Lisbon Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005 

Filmmakers and Actors Welcome. We are making this a NO Charge event. Invite your colleagues. Get a pizza and get a free pitcher of beer or soda. Enter door under White Claw sign.

THANKS everyone! Nealy took the group shots and this selfie.

Nealy in foreground. Left to right front row: Dan, Paul, Josh,

Back row: Mike, Rex, Maynard, Troy, Shad, Laurie, Richard, Al and Tom in back.

See you at next meeting and here on line. Stay tuned and subscribe, like and share Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat blog AND also the podcast. Over 600 hours of professional filmmakers sharing their expertise with you.

Listen, like and subscribe to Rex Sikes’ Movie Beat podcast: if link isn’t working copy and paste
https://open.spotify.com/show/2zoiOvG8US1aiu5efAxNv6 or search for it.

PS if you are not a member of Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network leave a comment here, or reach out to us on FaceBook and we’ll send you an invite so you can join this exclusive, private group.

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DIRECTOR Michael Sajbel LIVE Sept 24

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Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network Guest Speaker Sept 24

Event by Heartspire Foundation

We are bringing in a Hollywood Director to speak at our creator network meeting on September 24th at 7pm.

Join us at Schmidty’s Bar & Grill in Brookfield Wisconsin (16755 W Lisbon Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005).

Open to public.

We are bringing in a Hollywood Director Michael Sajbel to speak to us. You’ll get a chance to hear about Michael’s journey in film making. He’ll share tips and suggestions for movie making and navigating your career. He will answer your questions. PLEASE arrive early so we begin on time.

Michael Sajbel is a feature film writer, producer and Director whose career has now spanned over three decades.

Enter through door under White Claw sign.

Invite your filmmaker and actor friends to join us.

He has has written, produced and/or directed over a dozen feature films. Guild affiliations: WGA. DGA

Michael’s most recent film, Florida Wild, is pending release. The film stars Pierson Fode (Man from Toronto), Elle Chapman (The Madison 2026), Bailey Chase (Longmire), Chandler Riggs (Walking Dead), Mira Sorvino and Lee Majors.

The Mulligan, based on the Ken Blanchard & Wally Armstrong book of the same name, was released theatrically April 2022. The film stars Eric Close (American Sniper, Nashville), Tanya Christianson (I Still Believe) and Pat Boone. Film is available in all formats.

Michael is perhaps best known for The Ultimate Gift, starring James Garner, Brian Dennehy and Abigail Breslin. Based on the novel by Jim Stovall.

He also directed One Night with The King, a faithful retelling of the Biblical story of Esther, starring Omar Sharif, John Rhys-Davies, Tiffany DuPont, John Noble and Peter O’Toole.

Altogether Michael has worked in the above capacities or as a Director of Photography on over 40 feature films, numerous documentaries, and over 400 television episodes.

Michael will speak to us and answer your questions.

Come early so we can start on time. Stay Late. Order a pizza and get a free pitcher of soda or beer. JOIN US.

Spread the word to your talented filmmaker and actor friends.

If you are on facebook you can use QR code to let us know you are going to join us.

JOIN OUR NETWORK

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Next Mission 1Billion Content Creator Meeting Wed Aug 27 7pm CST

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Digital creators, filmmakers, artists, actors, comedians, influencers, musicians and anyone that loves working on creative projects… Join the Mission 1 Billion: Official Creator Network.

Meeting: Bring a proposal for a project if you have one. It can be anything creative (Feature film, short film, comedy or music show, fashion show, etc) to present to the group. Bring your projects to the meeting to discuss and to vote on creative projects we can collaborate on. 

Come early – stay late. Please be on time. Make your calendar. Enter door under White Claw Sign 

We’re in the side barroom. Look for the White Claw sign above the door. Come on in.

Location: Schmidty’s Bar & Grill 16755 W.Lisbon Rd Brookfield, WI 53005 7-9 pm Arrive 6:30. Stay Late!

If you have a reel to share that is 3 minutes or less send the link to  Mission1billionus@gmail.com

September 24th meeting we will have a Hollywood Film Director Join us to talk on film production and answer questions. More details later. JOIN US

We’re pleased with the three previous meetings and who showed up. Bravo people for coming and contributing to these networking meetings. Big BRAVO to all who helped with the FO ART Festival. It was a great time. If you missed it, you missed something special.

Put Aug 27 on your calendar NOW and make it a point to join us

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If you are not a member in our Facebook group Mission 1 Billion you’ll want to join that too for announcement, important updates and get to know all the fine people in our growing group.

Here is the official website https://missiononebillion.org/

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Our mission is to help educate filmmakers and actors, through classes, events, networking events, speaker events and more. BUT not just that our purpose is to support production and help people monetize their efforts while also supporting charities. Our purpose is to help each other help each other and all do better as a result while helping people in need too. You can join us and become a part of something grand.

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Come join with the others. We look forward to meeting you and seeing you there. PLUS, there are more events I will share soon. Together we can go further than we can alone.

Join us on Aug 27th. Schmidty’s Bar & Grill 16755 W.Lisbon Rd Brookfield, WI 53005 7-9 pm Arrive 6:30. Stay Late!

Get a Pizza and get a free pitcher of soda or beer.

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Wednesday AUG 13 Mission 1Billion: Filmmaker Networking Meeting PLUS…

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We’ve had two wonderful networking meetings so far this month. Be sure to attend our next meeting.

Wednesday August 13, 7-9 pm  Location: Schmidty’s Bar & Grill 16755 W.Lisbon Rd Brookfield, WI 53005 7-9 pm Arrive 6:30. Stay Late!

We are in the side barroom. Look for the White Claw sign above the door. Come on in.

Put Aug 13 on your calendar NOW and make it a point to join us.

To send YOUR reel link (3 MINUTES IN LENGTH OR LESS) please email Mission1billionus@gmail.com

If you are not a member in our Facebook group Mission 1 Billion you’ll want to join that too for announcement, important updates and get to know all the fine people in our growing group.

Here is the official website https://missiononebillion.org/Our mission is to help educate filmmakers and actors, through classes, events, networking events, speaker events and more. BUT not just that our purpose is to support production and help people monetize their efforts while also supporting charities. Our purpose is to help each other help each other and all do better as a result while helping people in need too. You can join us and become a part of something grand.

Our mission is to help educate filmmakers and actors, through classes, events, networking events, speaker events and more. BUT not just that our purpose is to support production and help people monetize their efforts while also supporting charities. Our purpose is to help each other help each other and all do better as a result while helping people in need too. You can join us and become a part of something grand.

Come join with the others. We look forward to meeting you and seeing you there. PLUS, there are more events I will share soon. Together we can go further than we can alone.

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 CHARITY FUNDRAISER FOR MAKE-A-WISH!!! COME ON OUT!!

MUSIC AND COMEDY

READ

LINK TO RECENT Los Angeles Tribune Article on Heartspire & Mission 1Billion. 

JOIN US FOR THIS IMPORTANT ChARITY EVENT –

FO ART Festival & Fundraiser for Make A Wish! Saturday August 16

AT SCHMITDY’S TOO From NOON to 10pm Charity Make-A-Wish event. Music and Comedy

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Aug 6 Next Mission 1Billion: Filmmaker Meeting PLUS MORE! READ & JOIN US

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Our Next Networking EVENT IS: Wednesday August 6, 7-9 pm 

Location: Schmidty’s Bar & Grill 16755 W.Lisbon Rd Brookfield, WI 53005 7-9 pm Arrive 6:30. Stay Late!

We are in the side barroom. Look for the White Claw sign above the door. Come on in.

Put Aug 6 on your calendar NOW and make it a point to join us.

To send reel link please email Mission1billionus@gmail.com

If you are not a member in our Facebook group Mission 1 Billion you’ll want to join that too for announcement, important updates and get to know all the fine people in our growing group.

Here is the official website https://missiononebillion.org/

Our mission is to help educate filmmakers and actors, through classes, events, networking events, speaker events and more. BUT not just that our purpose is to support production and help people monetize their efforts while also supporting charities. Our purpose is to help each other help each other and all do better as a result while helping people in need too. You can join us and become a part of something grand.

Come join with the others. We look forward to meeting you and seeing you there. PLUS, there are more events I will share soon. Together we can go further than we can alone.

Join us on Aug 6th. Schmidty’s Bar & Grill 16755 W.Lisbon Rd Brookfield, WI 53005 7-9 pm Arrive 6:30. Stay Late!

Get a Pizza and get a free pitcher of soda or beer.

Some pics from last event.

LINK TO RECENT Los Angeles Tribune Article on Heartspire & Mission 1Billion.

See You August 6th! Next meeting coming up too!

AND our special FO ART Festival & Fundraiser for Make A Wish!!!

SEE YOU THERE AT SCHMITDY’S TOO

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