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From Hashtags to Handshakes: Building Compliant Partnerships in the $500B Creator Economy
Entertainment Partner Matthew Dysart will be a panelist for "From Hashtags to Handshakes: Building Compliant Partnerships in the $500B Creator Economy," hosted by the Beverly Hills Bar Association (BHBA).
Session Description
As the creator economy transforms digital content into a trillion-dollar ecosystem, attorneys must balance innovation with compliance. This panel dives into the evolving legal landscape, offering tools to navigate FTC guidelines, safeguard intellectual property, and structure equitable contracts that protect both creators and brands. Discover how to tackle hidden risks in exclusivity clauses, negotiate usage rights for emerging platforms, and leverage licensing or collaborations as revenue engines all while staying ahead of regulatory shifts.
About Matthew Dysart
Matthew Dysart is an experienced entertainment attorney with deep expertise across television, feature films, podcasts, digital media & technology, and the creator economy. He has handled more than $2B in corporate development, M&A, film & TV slate finance, and production deals acting as outside general counsel and deal advisor to production companies, creators, and tech firms. Matthew’s practice includes representing several leading podcast, digital media, and film & television production companies and talent, many of which leverage their brands into successful consumer products, publishing, and live event ventures.
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