UPDATED: Thu, Jul 11, 09:55PM Have you ever wondered how this show seems to just magically happen every year? With a lot of thought, effort, and hard work, these folks manage to help Comic-Con come together. Matt LeVeque (Show Imaging, Inc.), Phil Rabourne (Freeman Decorating), Karen Totaro (San Diego Convention Center Corp, Inc.), Tim Pontrelli (San Diego Convention Center Corp, Inc.), Steve Weathers (SEAT Planners), and Carolyn Wormser (San Diego City) will discuss the in-and-outs and the intricacies of building this massive event with moderator David Glanzer (chief communications officer, Comic-Con International).
UPDATED: Thu, Jul 11, 06:40PM Over the years, Comic-Con has developed and given out its own awards as well as serving as the home for other awards presentations. Get the background on the Inkpot Awards (William R. Lund), the Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award (Ruth Clampett), the Russ Manning Promising Newcomer Award (Gene Henderson), the Bill Finger Excellence in Comic Book Writing Award (Mark Evanier), the Icon Award (David Glanzer), the Will Eisner Spirit of Comics Retailer Award (Joe Ferrara), and the Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards (Carl Gropper and Jackie Estrada, who is also moderating).
Saturday July 20, 2019 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 7AB
UPDATED: Sat, Jul 20, 09:05PM For those who have attended the Comic-Con Talk Back in the past, the face of John Rogers is a familiar one. Outside of that spotlight, his years as the president of Comic-Con were marked by incredible growth for both the organization and the increasing social acceptance of popular arts fandom and culture. This year, to honor his memory, friends and colleagues will discuss his contributions to the organization and this field throughout the years. Panelists include Janet Tait, David Glanzer, Robin Donlan, Mark Stadler, Mark Yturralde, Maija Gates, and Eddie Ibrahim.
Sunday July 21, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Room 23ABC