June 10, 2015

Ingrid Edwards, CPA, PC

Ingrid Edwards, CPA

On Wednesday, June 10, 2015, the Network Austin Mixer will feature Ingrid Edwards, CPA! The information Ingrid will provide can save you money… and everyone likes to save money, right? Whether one works as an independent contractor on a small project or is hired on a major production, there are funds that can be deducted from Uncle Sam’s cut of our income, and these are often overlooked. Let’s face it, if major corporations with teams of high-powered attorneys can take advantage of every possible deduction—and they certainly do—then so should artists, which most of us in the media fields are.

Concerning taxes and deductions, Ingrid will discuss in detail and answer questions about:

 Hobby or real business?
 What makes an artist a professional?
 Tax basics for actors and child actors?
 Continuing education or training for a new profession?
 Home office – good idea or not?
 Travel and meals – how to sort this out?
 Apparel, hair and make-up, gym dues, manicure and pedicure, dry cleaning – which count and which don’t?
 Additional tax deductions (movie tickets, rentals, TV subscriptions, etc.)

As the principal of Ingrid Edwards CPA PC, Ingrid brings 20 years of experience in public accounting, works with both individuals and businesses, has provided accounting and tax solutions to companies in a wide range of industries, and has conducted audits for companies ranging in size from $1-150 million in annual revenues.

Prior to opening her own firm, Ingrid held senior positions with James E. Roberson & Co. in Austin, TX, and Eugene McRedmond and Co. in Danbury, Connecticut. She holds a Master’s degree in Accounting and Auditing from the University of Economics in Bratislava, Slovakia and a Business degree from Ecole Superieure De Commerce in Tours, France. She is a member of the American Institute of public Accounts and the Texas Society of CPAs. Needless to say, she is highly-experienced.

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to get free information about taxes, deductions, and more! You do not want to miss this informative and fun-filled evening, so join us on June 10th at Baby A’s for networking and meeting like minds. Enjoy a cold margarita, some great food, and get updated about how to save money.

Last Month…

On Wednesday, May 13, 2015, the Network Austin Mixer featured the 2nd of our 2 panels of casting directors, and we extend our most sincere thanks to speakers:

Brenda Ambrize of Brenda J. Ambrize Casting
Rachel Flanagan of Rachel Flanagan Casting
Donise Hardy, CSA of A Casting Place
Beth Sepko, CSA of Beth Sepko Casting

We are extremely grateful to our April 8th & May 13th panels of casting directors for so graciously offering their time and insights, for addressing all questions during the Q&A sessions, and for staying around long afterward to meet folks and offer even more information.

The Network Austin Mixer extends our deepest gratitude to all the guest speakers who have so graciously offered their time and insights over the last decade, and to all you who attend our mixers, for making them the incredible successes they have become.

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NOTICE: We all know traffic is horrendous, so… come early and carpool if you can. If Baby Acapulco’s parking is full, you may park at either the Capital Inn (just north of Baby A’s) for $5 or at Super 8 motel (just south of Baby A’s) for $8. Be sure to pay the desk person at either motel when you park there so your vehicle doesn’t get towed away and DO NOT PARK IN FRONT OF DUMPSTERS!

October 9, 2013

Austin Film Festival 2013

Austin Film Festival 2013

Dear Film, Game, Music and Entertainment People, Friends, Investors and Fans,

WHAT: The Network Austin Mixer
WHEN: WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 9, 2013 – Networking starts 6 PM
WHERE: Baby Acapulco’s – 5610 North IH-35, Austin TX 78751
WHO: Everyone involved in film, game, TV, and entertainment media… and YOU!
GUEST SPEAKERS: A panel from the Austin Film Festival!

The Austin Film Festival is from October 24-31! And on Wed Oct 9 we are honored to have as our Guest Speakers at THE NETWORK AUSTIN MIXER three talented and hard-working folks from The Austin Film Festival: Fernando Martinez (Volunteer coordinator), Matt Dy (Screenplay competition), and Ryan Darbone (Film Department Director). These three will inform us about many aspects concerning the Festival, and everyone should attend this Mixer. SEE: http://www.austinfilmfestival.com/festivalandconference/

Actors, filmmakers, writers, directors, and others in film communities from across the globe will attend the Festival from October 24-31… and you should as well. It’s an informative networking opportunity with a lot of great films… and a BLAST! This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about AFF and the festival, so please join us on Wed Oct 9 @ Baby A’s, starting at 6 PM!

Austin Film Festival furthers the art and craft of filmmaking by inspiring and championing the work of screenwriters, filmmakers and all artists who use the language of film to tell a story.

Founded in 1993, Austin Film Festival (AFF) was the first organization of its kind to focus on the writers’ creative contribution to film. AFF originally consisted of the Heart of Film Screenwriters Conference, a forum for craft development, inspiration, networking and launching careers created for screenwriters – the film industry’s historically under-represented, as evidenced by the recent writers’ strike. It has since grown to serve all filmmakers and Austin’s arts community and now encompasses a wealth of year-round programming dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the art and impact of storytelling.

What AFF is probably best known for around the world is its annual October Austin Film Festival & Conference. The Film Festival & Conference was the first event of its kind to take the lead in bringing professional and amateur screenwriters (and now filmmakers) together to celebrate the role of the screenplay in filmmaking and discuss the considerable creative possibilities of writing for film and television. Equally important, the Conference brought producers, agents and screenwriters together to foster the sale of screenplays and launch long-term successful careers. Hundreds of writers’ groups, services and festivals have followed the Conference’s model over the past ten years, reinforcing the value of its continuing mission to recognize the art of screenwriting.

Past participants of the Festival & Conference include Sydney Pollack, Wes Anderson, James L. Brooks, Joel & Ethan Coen, Russell Crowe, Barry Levinson, Robert Altman, Darren Star, Robert Duvall, Buck Henry, Dennis Hopper, Lawrence Kasdan, John Landis, Claire Danes, Garry Shandling, Susannah Grant, Bryan Singer, Oliver Stone, Sandra Bullock, Jason Schwartzman, Harold Ramis and Owen Wilson, to name just a few. SEE: http://www.austinfilmfestival.com/

We extend our deepest thanks to Robert Tolaro (Director, actor and stage manager) for being our Guest Speaker on Wed Aug 14! He was truly inspiring and he discussed his many years in the business, acting, stage management, directing, and more. Robert’s great sense of humor matches his insights, and it was an exciting evening for all. Thanks, Robert.

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Join us on Wednesday Oct 9 at Baby A’s, have a cold margarita, network and meet new folks with like minds, and enjoy a fun-filled evening with our Guest Speakers from the Austin Film Festival, our attendees, our discussions, and the numerous insights you will receive.