Fotini Paraskakis Launches Asia-Focused Content Firm Empire of Arkadia
variety.comPatrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Veteran media executive Fotini Paraskakis is launching Empire of Arkadia, an Asia-focused content company.
The firm expects to unveil its debut slate in time for MIPCOM later this month. Paraskakis is joined in the venture by Japanese media executive Shigeko (Cindy) Chino and former Discovery APAC and EMEA president, Arthur Bastings.
The trio describe Empire of Arkadia’s mission as bringing Asian-inspired stories, in both scripted and non-scripted sectors, to the international stage.
They will lead with “forwarding-thinking stories that speak to younger generations.” “This is the perfect time to launch a company focusing on content for future generations; it really is an exciting and transformational period in the content industry,” said Paraskakis in a prepared statement. “We will bring the best upcoming creators and Asian inspired stories with highest international appeal to market, fully focusing on fulfilling demands for Gen Z content, stories that speak to audiences worldwide and that will stay with us all as we move into the future.” Paraskakis was previously MD of The Story Lab.
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