It’s 2026, and we’re kicking off our first Third Thursday with our friends at SXSW! Come join us for an evening full of connection and conversation with two incredible leaders from the SXSW team: Film & TV Industry Relations Manager, Lindsey Ashley, and Director of Event Staffing, Lisa Pulsifer.
Hear about the exciting things SXSW has planned this year and how you can get involved. Then mix, mingle, and enjoy the evening with fellow attendees. We look forward to seeing you there!
Who: Everyone! WIFT Austin members, allies, and the public community interested in film, television, and the media industry in general. Whether in front of the camera, or behind the camera, we have attendees in all roles.
What: A FREE, low-stress networking and mingling opportunity.
When: Thursday, January 15 from 7PM - 8:30PM
Where: SXSW Center, 1400 Lavaca Street, Austin, TX 78701
Why: In this industry, it's not just who you know, it's who knows you! We've created a space for you to meet other like-minded individuals in a no-pressure situation and we're proud to share that many personal and professional relationships have formed from our Third Thursday networking event.
Let us help you make your special connections in this industry.
RSVP BY JANUARY 13
GUEST SPEAKERS
Lindsey Ashley
SXSW | Film & TV Industry Relations Manager
lindsey@sxsw.com
For 20+ years, Lindsey has worked on behalf of the Texas film and production community. As the SXSW Film & TV Industry Relations Manager, she works with agents, distributors, studios, networks and production companies to help them navigate their SXSW Film & TV submissions, programming and festival experience. Previously, she worked at the Texas Film Commission as a Location Scout, Production Consultant and ultimately Deputy Director. Lindsey's background is in Arts Administration, helping to match film, television and commercial projects of all shapes and sizes with filming destinations and available resources. She's a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Radio, Television and Film.
Lisa Pulsifer
SXSW | Director of Event Staffing
pulsifer@sxsw.com
Lisa volunteered for and attended SXSW for more than a decade before joining the Event Staffing team and eventually moving into her role as director. She has a passion for live events and matching people with the best roles for their interests and ambitions. Prior to working at SXSW, Lisa was the head of Education and Public Engagement at the Harry Ransom Center where she brought the archives to life for volunteers and museum patrons alike. In addition to her role at SXSW, Lisa spends time each summer improving attendee experiences at music festivals — and seeing as much live music as possible! She is certified in volunteer administration, has an M.A. in museum education from the University of Texas at Austin, and a B.F.A. in art history from the University of North Texas.
