Visual Captive: A Journey of Visual Content & Entrepreneurship

  • September 26, 2024 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

  • Studio North (Sub of VC)

    2400 North 2nd Street
    Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411
Ticket Price $20.00-$25.00 Register Now
Description

Join us for an insightful evening with Phil Skulte, the founder of Visual Captive, as he shares his remarkable journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship and working full-time in video production. In this engaging talk, Phil will discuss his transition from a high-pressure corporate career, where he managed multimillion-dollar contracts and resolved manufacturing crises, to pursuing his passion for filmmaking and establishing a successful video production company.
 

This event will provide valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to make a similar transition to video production or entrepreneurship. Discover how Phil’s experiences in the corporate sector, including roles at Donaldson and Stratasys, have shaped his approach to problem-solving, client service, and video production. Learn about the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and the strategies he employed to turn his vision for Visual Captive into a successful reality. 
 

Joining Phil on stage is Anna Berger, Associate Producer at Visual Captive. Anna also made the transition from a marketing role in the financial sector to video production. She will share insights from her personal career change, discussing how her experiences both mirror and differ from Phil’s journey. Anna’s unique perspective will provide attendees with a broader understanding of the various paths one can take to enter the world of video production.
 

Key Takeaways: 

  • Transitioning Careers: Learn about the process and challenges involved in transitioning from a high-pressure corporate career to entrepreneurship and video production, illustrated by the personal journeys of Phil Skulte and Anna Berger.
  • Problem-Solving and Client Service: Gain insights into how experiences in the corporate sector can shape effective problem-solving and client service strategies in a new industry.
  • Practical Advice for Entrepreneurs: Discover practical advice and strategies for establishing and growing a successful business in video production or any entrepreneurial venture.
  • Networking with MN AMA members and guests 
     

Agenda: 

  • 5:00 – 5:30: Happy Hour
  • 5:30 -  6:00: Phil Skulte Presentation
  • 6:00 - 6:15: Anna Berger Introduction & Presentation
  • 6:15 - 6:30: Q&A with Phil & Anna
  • 6:30 – 7:00: Social/Networking
     

Investment: 

AMA Members - $20

Guests - $25

 

Parking Instructions: Street parking is available near the venue. There are also spots available in the building parking lot and behind the neighboring building on a first-come first-serve basis (see green outlines for the images below). 

 

Date & Time

Thu, Sep 26, 2024 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Venue Details

Studio North (Sub of VC)

2400 North 2nd Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411 Studio North (Sub of VC)
AMA Minnesota Chapter

AMA Minnesota Mission

Connect. Learn. Grow.

To educate our members about the American Marketing Association (AMA), especially the benefits of belonging to the Minnesota Chapter, by creating indispensable opportunities to get involved in our marketing community. We will achieve this by supporting the most critical member benefits and add indisputable value to membership by producing must-attend programs, activities and events.

AMA Minnesota Vision

To be a vibrant, engaging community of marketers committed to supporting and expanding the marketing profession in Minnesota.  AMA Minnesota will deliver on this promise through communication, education and collaboration programs focused on membership value, professional development and serving as a nexus for the Minnesota marketing community.


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