PROGRAM

Thursday, May 8

Welcome

Alan Fuerstman, Founder, Chairman & CEO, Montage International, and EMA CEO Debbie Levin welcome participants!

"Creative Loss with MOCA"

Moderator: Daniella Pineda

Panelists: Diana Thater, Amir Nikravan

Our first panel explores the depth of creative loss caused by climate disasters, featuring fine artists whose studios were destroyed during the recent LA wildfires.

Defending our Planet: A Discussion with ClientEarth

Panelists: Danielle Lackey, Jay Rossiter

Experts from ClientEarth share their legal strategy for holding institutions such as insurance companies, the fossil fuel industry, and local governments responsible during environmental disasters.

Can AI Help Stop the Next LA Wildfire?

Speaker: Ryan Honary

The kids are alright! Teen genius Ryan Honary shares his AI technology for detecting wildfires before they get out of control.

Keynote

County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath joined by Patrisse Cullors

Wings of Hope: How Angelenos are Rising From The Ashes

Moderator: EMA Board Member Drew Scott

Panelists: Ben Stapleton, Kelly Farrell, Gabrielle Rocha Crowe, Brian Ferguson

Drew Scott brings a team of experts to share their vision and caution for rebuilding our city sustainably and safely from the disaster of the January wildfires.

Hands Across Los Angeles: How a City Bands Together after a Natural Disaster

Moderator: Jenna Dewan

Panelists: EMA Board Member Stix, EMA YH Board Member Elizabeth Turner, Stephanie Medina

The tragic wildfires awakened a sense of community throughout Los Angeles unseen in decades. Philanthropic leaders share how they supported their communities sustainably and effectively during the worst environmental disaster in SoCal history.

"Naked Lunch Podcast" Live

Host: Phil Rosenthal

Guest: Kevin Nealon

Phil Rosenthal and Kevin Nealon meet for lunch. Clothing optional. Enjoy our annual live recording of the popular "Naked Lunch Podcast."

Lunch

AI, Innovation, and the Road to Clean Mobility

Moderator: EMA Board Member Mike Sullivan

Panelists: Dr. Candice Hogan, Dr. Madhur Boloor

Toyota shares its vision for a future with carbon-zero transportation.

From Crisis to Catalyst: Reimagining the Role of Archives in the Future of Film & TV

Moderator: Cynthia Littleton

Panelists: Kirstin Benson, Tristen Norman

In a world of misinformation, AI, and plagiarism, Getty Images ensures photography retains its integrity and ability to tell our shared stories.

50 Years in Bloom with Traditional Medicinals

Moderator: EMA Board Member Emmanuelle Chriqui

Panelists: Taryn Forrelli

Our friends at Traditional Medicinals share how they inspire an active connection to plant wisdom in service of people and planet.

Green AMA w/ Ed & Hayden

Featuring EMA Board Member Ed Begley Jr. and EMA YH Board Member Hayden Begley

Mission Unstoppable

Moderator: Miranda Cosgrove

Panelists: Dr. Crystal Dilworth, Fionnghuala "Fig" O'Reilly and Nicole Small

Miranda Cosgrove is on a mission to inspire the next generation of women in STEM.

The "Wild Women" of PBS Nature

Moderator: EMA YH Board Member Peyton List 

Panelists: Danielle Broza, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, Sophie Morgan

Peyton List speaks with the "wild women" of PBS Nature, inspiring a new generation of environmental stewards.

Sustainable Happy Hour with Rodney Strong

Moderator: EMA Board Member Malin Akerman

Panelists: EMA Corporate Board Member Anthony Capobianco

We could all use a drink! After a long day of solutions, Rodney Strong Vineyards delivers a much-needed sustainable glass of hope.

Cocktail Reception

Friday, May 9

A Wild Ride to a Free Future

Moderator: Sosie Bacon 

Panelists: Neda DeMayo, Rodger Savory and Alejandro Carrillo

Sosie Bacon and friends explore how we can preserve the freedom, diversity, and habitat of America's wild horses.

Going Global with the EMA Green Seal

Moderator: Talib Visram

Panelists: Kip Kroeger, Jennifer Newfield, Damien Brown, EMA Corporate Board Member Claire Havet, Mark Bender

It is time for a temperature check on Hollywood's progress toward an EMA Green Seal future.

THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS... IS FEMALE

Moderator: Debbie Levin 

Panelist: EMA Board Member Nikki Reed & EMA Corporate Board Member Karen Behnke

EMA CEO Debbie Levin has one-on-one conversations with Nikki Reed and Karen Behnke.

"The Americas" From Vision to Screen to Impact

Moderator: Jesse Metcalfe

Panelists: Joey Femia, Sharon Vuong, Britt Johnson

Panelists reveal an in-depth look into the making and motivation of the epic series The Americas, narrated by Tom Hanks. The series explores our country's natural wonders and beauty.

THE LAST EXPLORER

Moderator: EMA Board Member Eli Roth

Panelists: Jaqueline Illy, Michela Scolari, EMA Board Member Glenn Gainor, Dr. Lawrence Blair

Eli Roth uncovers the secrets of the "real" Indiana Jones" and his quest to preserve our planet… and the women who captured it all for the camera.

Lunch

Toxins Everywhere

One on one with EMA Board Member Dr. Jay Lemery and Debbie Levin

Q&A W/ DRS. JAY AND BHAR

Dr. Jay Lemery and Dr. Bhar Chekuri

SustainAble Exchange Presents: Climate Health Solutions

Moderator: Asher Levin 

Panelists: Joe Magness, Richard Wagner, Sundeep Dugar

Learn how SustainAble Exchange brings integrity back to the carbon offset marketplace and why that's good for public health.

Decentralizing for Carbon-Neutrality

Moderator: EMA YH Board Chair Caylee Cowan 

Panelists: Scott Killduff

Learn how SustainAble Exchange brings integrity back to the carbon offset marketplace and why that's good for public health.

Who wants to be a Begley w/ Ed & Hayden

Featuring EMA Board Member Ed Begley Jr. and EMA YH Board Member Hayden Begley

COP 2025: Our Last Chance to Save the Amazon Rainforest

Moderator: Madeline Zima

Panelists: Chelsea Greene, Robert Grobman

Panelists discuss the road to COP in Brazil and the importance of converging in the location responsible for our global climate future.

Nature is Nonpartisan: Changing the Green Narrative

Moderator: Debbie Levin

Panelists: Benji Backer, EMA Board Member Meg Haywood-Sullivan

Are we ready or brave enough to work across the aisle to secure a sustainable future for the next generation? Do we have a choice?

Shiftposting: How to Combat Climate Misinformation on Social Media

Moderator: EMA Board Co-Chair Lance Bass

Panelists: EMA YH Board Member Peyton List, EMA YH Board Member Analesa Fisher, EMA YH Board Member Hayden Begley

Mother Earth goes viral. A panel of influencers discusses the opportunities and challenges of spreading environmental hope on social media.

Generation Change with Our Children's Trust

Moderator: EMA YH Board Member Gwenn Malick

Panelists: Mat dos Santos, Emily Goetz, EMA YH Board Member Kalālapa Winter, EMA YH Board Member Genesis Butler

We check in with the inspiring youth taking climate action in the courts.

Cocktail Reception