Empowerment Summit looks to boost film industry in Central Pa.

Central Pa film commission excited to bring more films to Central Pa

• Marquis Lupton
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  Marquis Lupton is an On-Air Host/Producer for WITF. A graduate of Shippensburg University (undergrad), and graduate of Morgan State University (graduate), Lupton is happy to bring his unique delivery and background back to Central Pennsylvania. Previously, Marquis worked as a board operator and Club DJ for FM97 WLAN, and later decided to switch gears to pursue television. Switching from radio, Marquis got his start in television working for CNN as a control board operator for the Situation Room and later as an assistant field producer for CNN’s Pentagon Unit. Post-CNN, Lupton decided to get in front of the camera, and became a reporter/anchor making stops at CBS 21, WMDT ABC 47, and NBC 40 in Atlantic City. With a journalism career spanning over a decade, Lupton has had the opportunity to interview people like Sen. Corey Booker, former Gov. Chris Christie, Shaq, Oprah Winfrey, and a lengthy list of Senators, city council members, and State representatives. Marquis also ran a digital media company for 5 years, called TCP Media Group, which was a media company aimed at giving marginalized groups in Pennsylvania a voice. Marquis returned to radio in 2022, and is excited to be back “home” with radio.
  
  Marquis is also a native of Lancaster, and a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School.

Airdate: October 13th, 2023

The Central Pennsylvania film commission is Non-profit organization that specializes in Film, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Specialist. It is designed to attract film and video production to the Central Pennsylvania region. The commission serves as a general resource and clearinghouse for information throughout the Central Pennsylvania region and assists with the following services: Logistical information regarding crew, talent, facilities, stages, equipment, and support services, Tax Incentive Navigation, and Regional scouting services, just to name a few.  

Film Commissioner Johntrae Williams joins us on The Spark to discuss Central Pennsylvania Film Commissions recent efforts, and how they are planning on brining big budget films to the Midstate. 

Empowerment Summit:
Harrisburg University Of Science & Technology

Friday October, 20th Starting at 9am

Registration Opens at 8:30 am

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about film’s economic impact and its connection to hundreds of jobs while networking with stakeholders and decision-makers from the Central PA region, including, but not limited to, local and state government, tourism offices, small businesses & supportive services, schools, colleges, universities, and the filmmaking community.