Speakers
Lisa Filipelli
Partner, SELECT MANAGEMENT GROUP
Lisa Filipelli is an Emmy-nominated entertainment executive and thought leader, redefining talent representation and bridging the gap between traditional and digital entertainment. After spending five years in traditional representation, Lisa transitioned into the emerging creator economy in 2012, becoming a key figure in the evolving media landscape. Her innovative approach to talent management has positioned her at the forefront of entertainment, securing partnerships with Fortune 500 companies, selling out live tours, and delivering record-breaking campaigns for her clients. Currently a partner at Select Management Group, a leading talent management firm known for representing next-generation talent, producing original content, and developing new business ventures. Filipelli plays an instrumental role across categories including merchandise, television, film, books, consumer products, endorsements, and social media. Under her leadership, Select’s roster reaches a global audience of over one billion, shaping culture through groundbreaking deals and innovative brand collaborations. As an Executive Producer, Lisa worked on Hulu’s hit series The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, which became the platform’s #1 show, which quickly received a season 2 renewal. She also produced Tyler Oakley’s feature documentary Snervous and co-executive produced AwesomenessTV’s Zac & Mia, which earned six Daytime Emmy nominations and two wins in 2017. Zac & Mia continues to reach new audiences and is currently streaming on Netflix. Additionally, Lisa collaborated with Ellen DeGeneres on The Tyler Oakley Show and has orchestrated high-profile deals such as Ingrid Nilsen becoming the face of Bare Minerals and Amanda Steele launching an original fashion line. Lisa’s clients have been featured across major campaigns and entertainment platforms, with appearances in films like Before I Fall, series like Guidance, and campaigns for luxury brands including Marc Jacobs, Smashbox, Bulgari, and more. Her strategic foresight and ability to bridge traditional and digital worlds have garnered her recognition in leading publications. She has been featured in Entrepreneur, The Hollywood Reporter, which named her to their Next Gen List in 2015, Variety’s New Leaders List in 2021, and The New Yorker. With a passion for empowering creators and shattering industry norms, Lisa is helping to shape the future of entertainment. Through Select Management Group, she continues to develop and elevate the next generation of extraordinary talent, leading the charge at the intersection of digital innovation and traditional media.
Danielle Pistotnik
Talent Manager, SELECT MANAGEMENT GROUP
Danielle Pistotnik is a trailblazing talent manager and executive producer at Select Management Group, recognized for her innovative approach to bridging the gap between digital content creators and traditional media. With nearly a decade of experience in talent management, she has been instrumental in cultivating the careers of some of the biggest names in both digital media and television, helping transform online popularity into mainstream success. In 2020, Pistotnik demonstrated her flair for discovering untapped potential when she signed a group of Utah-based TikTok creators—popularly known as “Mormon moms”—and began developing the television project The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives around their stories, which she now works as an Executive Producer on. By nurturing fresh concepts and identifying strategic partnerships, she has positioned her clients for wide-ranging opportunities that extend well beyond social platforms. Beyond her work in television, Pistotnik has earned a reputation for brokering high-profile deals that amplify personal brands. Her clients have landed major publishing contracts, launched their own capsule collections with international retailers, and created successful, client-owned ventures. In championing these multifaceted projects, Pistotnik emphasizes her belief that influencers can excel in—and reshape—traditional media spaces. Throughout her career, Pistotnik has maintained a keen eye for emerging trends, always striving to align creative vision with new market possibilities. She continues to advocate for content creators, viewing them as the future of mainstream entertainment and setting the stage for more inclusive, forward-thinking partnerships in Hollywood. As digital media evolves at a rapid pace, Danielle Pistotnik remains at the forefront, dedicated to transforming social media stardom into enduring, cross-platform success.