We are excited to showcase excellence here in Memphis, TN
Are you in? If so, please complete the form below:
FAQs
What are the requirements?
There are 4 areas that were considered in selecting you as a participant in this short film.
Impact/Community Involvement
Online Presence and Etiquette
Consistency, Length of Time in Business or your Corporate Profession
Revenue
In addition to these eligibility requirements, participants have made significant contributions to the Memphis community in the business, professional, and community engagement.
What about COVID-19?
Great ask! Social distancing guidelines will be strictly enforced during filming. On set you will find hand sanitizer and signage with prominent instructions on how to stop the spread of COVID-19 along with constant cleaning of high-touch surfaces. All scenes will have 10 person maximum and youu will be required to adhere to the following:
Wear a Face Covering
Follow Proper Hand Hygiene Practices
Limited Physical Contact
Do Not Invite Visitors to Set
What do you need from me?
We need you to complete this form to confirm your participation and share with any friends in your sphere of influence that would be a great fit for this short film.
What will I be doing?
You will make an appearance in a short film that will showcase excellence in Memphis, TN in a collaborative way. Filming will take place in downtown Memphis. We will be in touch to confirm the filming schedule soon.
Are there speaking parts?
No. We will not need you to speak in this short film.
What do I need to wear?
Great question! The attire is black tie—women can wear red or black.
When will this short film premiere?
February 2021.
Can I pay to be apart of this short film?
No. In order to ensure the integrity of this project, no one can submit payment to be featured.
Can I sponsor this short film?
Yes! Want to see your logo on a napkin during the video or have other ideas for product placement?Let’s work together to discuss the possibilities. Get in touch here.
Behind the Idea
Learn more about the brains behind this short film.
Diamond S. Taylor
Diamond S. Taylor is a creative entrepreneur, marketing consultant, and philanthropist based in Memphis, Tennessee. She is the founder and creative director of Friends + Co., a strategic marketing firm to help entrepreneurs & "sidepreneurs" organize.
A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Diamond S. Taylor is a graduate of Christian Brothers University, where she received her Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Marketing and Related Support Services. She began her career as a Project Manager at Hunter Promotions, a marketing and street promotions company, while in college. Upon graduation, she interned at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC before joining FedEx, a Fortune 500 company, where she quickly advanced as a top Sales Executive – earning the prestigious President's Club Sales Award twice.
She relocated to Nashville to expand FedEx's portfolio and grow revenue in new territories while simultaneously starting her own company and building her brand. She is also a graduate of Embark, the New Memphis Institute's prestigious leadership program for young professionals.
"I am on a mission to help entrepreneurs and small businesses build legacy institutions that could turn into blue-chip companies. My favorite brands to work with are usually music artists, philanthropic brands, and e-commerce brands. Time is a luxury, and I want to provide full-service business solutions to help brands fulfill their full potential by ensuring their business creation processes are seamless. Managing the entire start-up process, offering creative counsel, and market research, in the beginning, helps create sustainable companies. It also allows the client to focus on selling and other business tasks to become successful."
Friends + Co. has allowed Diamond S. Taylor to combine her loves of community and marketing to fulfill her mission of empowering other entrepreneurs to achieve business success through effective business planning and strategic alliances. When she's not managing projects for various clients, she enjoys traveling and fine dining with friends.