Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from industry experts. Join the conversation, get inspired, and learn how to make your own ideas a reality!
Join us for the second event in our "Share Your Spark" speaker series, co-hosted with Innis College, home of U of T's Cinema Studies Institute, which is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary. This session is a deep dive into the film industry, exploring the entrepreneurial journeys of those who bring stories to life.
We are thrilled to welcome two celebrated U of T alumnae: Linda Schuyler (BA 1974 Innis), the co-creator and executive producer of the iconic "Degrassi" franchise, and Asha Daniere (BA 1990 Innis), a lawyer, seasoned media executive, and co-founder of Serial Maven Studios.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from industry experts. Join the conversation, get inspired, and learn how to make your own ideas a reality!
This event is open to all members of the U of T Arts & Science community (students, staff, faculty, and alumni) and the broader U of T entrepreneurship community.
Linda Schuyler (BA'74), Executive Producer and Co-Creator of the Degrassi television franchise
Dedicated to the art of storytelling, Linda is best known for work that explores the human experience, breaks stereotypes, and encourages communications. Linda is the executive producer and co-creator of over 500 episodes of the internationally recognized, multi-award winning Degrassi television franchise. As a long-time educator, storyteller, and entrepreneur, she is a mentor and guest lecturer at various universities, and maintains an active involvement in a range of community and professional organizations. Linda is a Member of both the Order of Canada and the Order of Ontario. Her memoir, The Mother of all Degrassi, published Nov. 2022, won an Axion Silver Medal (‘23). In Dec., 2023, Degrassi was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame.
Asha Daniere (BA'90), Strategic and Legal Advisor, independent board member, and former co-founder of Serial Maven Studios
Asha co-founded Serial Maven Studios in 2023 and together with her business partner built the foundation for a successful production and distribution business; she became a passive investor in 2025 when Serial Maven merged with another company. Daniere is a lawyer and an experienced senior executive, serving as general counsel to global media companies for 25 years. Currently, she is the principal of her strategic advisory practice and serves on the board of directors.
Please note: Due to a technical issue, you may not receive a confirmation email after registering. Your registration will still be recorded.
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Contact Centre for Entrepreneurship at entrepreneurship.artsci@utoronto.ca
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