PRESIDENT/CEO/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Meet the real “Olivia Pope.”

Ms. Morton is a veteran Private Detective and elite Fixer with more than 30 years of experience at the highest levels of investigation, crisis management, and risk mitigation. Over the course of her career, she has conducted more than 8,000 investigations, 1,000 surveillances, and led over 50 human trafficking recovery operations—helping to recover more than 5,000 individuals worldwide.

A dynamic force both behind the scenes and on screen, Ms. Morton has successfully bridged the worlds of investigative intelligence and entertainment. She is an internationally sought-after speaker, having lectured in major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Dallas, Seattle, Toronto, London, Dubai, and Vancouver.

As President and Owner of K.N.O.W. LLC Sports & Entertainment Group, she leads a premier concierge investigative firm serving the NFL, NBA, A-list celebrities, high-net-worth individuals, family offices, dignitaries, and the global entertainment industry—making her a trusted figure at the intersection of security, reputation, and media.

Ms. Morton’s impact in film and television is equally significant. She spent five years as a consultant to the entertainment division of Mid-America Capital, where she played a key role in raising over $350 million in angel, private, and equity financing for domestic and international independent films—helping bring powerful stories to life on a global scale.

She currently serves as Founder and Executive Producer at MMG, LLC, a film and television development company with more than two decades of experience packaging and producing content for theatrical and digital distribution. Through her leadership, MMG continues to develop a diverse slate of compelling projects, including Beautiful Chaos, Electric Bleau, Grace: The Sweet Daddy Grace Story, Ecstasy: Going Through the Pain – The Story of The Ohio Players, BOY$, and The Devil’s Prophet.

Bringing real-world expertise to the screen, Ms. Morton is also an on-air crime expert featured on hit television series including Sins of the City, Fatal Attraction, PAYBACK, For My Man, and Celebrity Crime Files on TV One. In 2027, she will make history as the first Black female private detective to be featured in a major investigative true-crime television series focused on missing and trafficked women—further solidifying her role as both a subject-matter expert and a powerful on-screen presence.

Her company has been recognized by the Georgia Governor’s Office as a top female-owned business, and she is an alumna of the prestigious Governor’s Mentor-Protégé Program. She also completed Ted Turner’s Emerging Leaders Executive Program.

Ms. Morton studied Criminal Justice at The Ohio State University, with a minor in Psychology. Her unmatched expertise has made her a trusted consultant to city, state, and national government agencies.

Her honors include the NAWRB Leadership Award for Human Trafficking Advocacy, recognition as one of the Top 50 Entrepreneurs in the U.S. by Success Sisters Magazine, and being named one of the World’s Greatest Women .

CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCER/WRITER/SHOWRUNNER

Daniela Amavia is a visionary Greek-born filmmaker who grew up in Germany, blending European sophistication with bold storytelling. She began her creative journey as a teenager, modeling for Karl Lagerfeld and Chanel, shuttling between Berlin, Frankfurt, and Paris during school holidays.

Transitioning from fashion to film, Daniela quickly made her mark, producing and starring in the German features AFFAIRS (Columbia TriStar) and VENUS & MARS (Buena Vista) alongside Lynn Redgrave and Julie Bowen. She wrote and directed the award-winning short ROCKIN’ GOOD TIMES with Danny Huston and has developed compelling TV projects for the international market, including RAINBOW HOUSE, ROSA X ALBA, and STOCKHOLM OCTAVO.

Her debut feature A BEAUTIFUL NOW premiered at the Los Angeles Film Festival, earned critical acclaim—including Best Screenplay (Produced) and Best Experimental Feature—and was acquired by Netflix US. The film’s screenplay now resides in the permanent collection of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Her second U.S. feature, LOST IN WONDERLAND (Get Lost), a modern reimagining of Alice in Wonderland, stars Ella Travolta, Academy Award nominees Terrence Howard and James Cromwell, Sasha Luss, and Edouard Philipponnat, and was released in spring 2024.

Daniela is currently preparing her third feature, THE AFFAIRS OF LEONARD, a lavish period drama inspired by Marie Antoinette’s hairdresser, with Luc Besson as creative advisor. She is also developing AMAZONS, a bold, cinematic take on the legendary female warriors.

LINE PRODUCER/PRODUCER

Addison Wright has more than three decades of hands-on experience that spans a wide range of projects — from motion pictures, documentaries, and short films to direct-to-video and television programming, internet/web content, music videos, commercials, PSAs, and theater. He’s produced more than 150 films and documentaries, of which 66 were takeovers on behalf of bonders to complete distressed projects; added more than 1,000 commercials and PSAs, 120-plus music videos, and produced and first assistant directed 22 short films that received critical acclaim and various awards; and, worked with such notables as Toby Maguire, Robert Downey Jr., Tim Roth, Steve Martin, Michael Rosenbaum, Helen Mirren, Anne Heche, Eric McCormack, Ron Livingston, America Ferrera, Geoffrey Lewis, Norman Reedus, and Diane Kruger.

Over the years, Mr. Wright has delivered several high-end industrial films and content for Fortune 500 companies. Periodically, these clients contact him for advice on how films can help them communicate corporate identity and values to their customers and employees.

In 2024, Addison, as the line producer, completed two feature motion pictures, “Elevator Game” and international co-production, “Pacifica.” Currently, Mr. Wright is the line producer for two motion pictures in development and one in pre-production, and co-producer for a film in pre-production. He is producing/directing one short film series currently in production and is in post-production on a multi-episode podcast on the history of genocides and holocausts.

PRODUCER

Katie is a visionary producer, trauma-informed creative leader, and community connector with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry. With a lifelong commitment to creating content that allows people to feel seen, supported, and empowered, her work sits at the powerful intersection of art, advocacy, and transformative storytelling.

As an independent producer, Katie has spearheaded projects spanning film, television, digital media, wellness, and social advocacy—always serving as the connective thread between people, systems, and purpose. Her ability to unite diverse voices and perspectives has led to the creation of projects that are not only commercially successful but also deeply impactful, sparking dialogue and driving cultural change.

Katie specializes in award-winning productions and has collaborated with every major studio and production company in Hollywood. Beyond the screen, she is dedicated to building spaces where creativity, healing, and empowerment converge, positioning her as both a trailblazer in entertainment and a champion of community transformation.

WRITER/DIRECTOR/PRODUCER

Jen West (she/her) is a writer, director, and producer best known for her award-winning narrative shorts (Crush, Bubble, Little Cabbage) and vibrant music videos. A Birmingham, AL native, West is driven by a desire to tell the unsung stories of the South with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and redefining societal norms. Jen’s immersive tenacity and attention to detail is balanced by her intuitive energy, making her a true asset on any set.

In the past, Jen’s screenplays have garnered serious attention at both the Atlanta Film Festival & Vail Film Festival, and her screenplay for the upcoming Electric Bleau placed in the top ten at the Park City “Table Read My Screenplay” competition in 2019. Her “Call Me” music video by Alabama band St. Paul & the Broken Bones has over 1M views-and counting!

In 2016, she produced two films that were shown at the Cannes Film Festival as part of the Emerging Filmmaker Showcase in the American Pavilion. She’s been chosen multiple times as a finalist for the Lynn Shelton “Of A Certain Age” grant. Her work across writing, directing, and producing has been recognized by numerous prestigious film festivals and industry programs. Now based in Los Angeles, she continues to develop original features that explore identity, place, and reinvention—while producing work that expands her voice across genres and regions.

Development Producer

With over 15 year’s experience as a development producer working with several major Hollywood studios. He is dedicated to developing original films and television content from concept to greenlight. His work centers on discovering unique voices, strengthening story structure, and building projects that resonate with audiences and the marketplace.

Throughout the development process, Sturgeon collaborates with writers, directors, and production partners to refine scripts, shape creative vision, and assemble key elements for production including talent attachments and pitch materials. With a passion for storytelling and a keen understanding of industry trends, Sturgeon helps guide projects from early ideas through development toward successful production.

Finance Development

With nearly 25 years of managing on average 40 companies across portfolios at a time, Paul specializing in the strategic financing and packaging of film and television productions. With a strong understanding of global production finance, Paul works at the intersection of creative storytelling and capital, structuring the financial frameworks that bring ambitious projects from development to production.

Known for building relationships with investors, studios, and international production partners, Paul has experience assembling multi-layered financing structures that incorporate private equity, tax incentives, co-production partnerships, and distribution strategies. Their approach balances creative integrity with sound financial planning, ensuring projects are positioned for both production success and marketplace viability.

Committed to supporting visionary filmmakers and commercially compelling stories, Paul focuses on projects with strong audience potential and global appeal. Through strategic collaboration with producers, financiers, and creative teams, Paul plays a key role in transforming high-concept ideas into fully financed productions