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Biography

Addison Witt 's career in personal management became widely known after the driver of a black Saab crashed through his Beverly Hills apartment. Addison was reading a script for a role in a pilot called "Crash." The driver of the vehicle was the daughter of former Buffalo Bills running back, OJ Simpson. Prior to the auto crash, Simpson's life took a dramatic, and extremely unexpected turn, while Addison's entertainment business accelerated. Addison Will represents a respected list of TV, film, and stage actors and personalities. Addison is the PR Manager for the Burbank International Film Festival, and produces celebrity events. Personal client, Rj Mitte, co-star on "Breaking Bad," AMC network, is a co-producer on a reality series created by Addison. The two have partnered with local production company, George Lopez presents. The series follows the life and speaking engagements of RJ Mitte, highlighting the advances made with disability in America. Witt and Mitte are collaborating with I AM PWD of SAG/AFTRA/Actors Equity, NDI (National Disability Institute), PACER (National Center for Bullying Prevention, UCP (United Cerebral Palsy).

Addison Witt is a guest speaker, Hollywood personality, and acting coach.

Addison Witt

I recognize the extraordinary in others and call attention to it.

The WEM Group

WEM,Inc., was founded by personal talent manager, Addison Witt in 2006. The first phase of the talent management company was simply called Witt Management, formed in 2000 at the urging of former talent agent, and owner of Identity Talent Agency, Erik DeSando. With only a handful of actors, Addison Witt set up a 4-phase generation of 10 child actor clients. In each phase, actors were placed with talent agents allowing them to grow into TV and film roles as novices.

The first phase included breakout actress, Leah Pipes, cast as Sarah in the ABC series, "Lost at Home," starring Emmy nomination actress, Connie Britton, and the late, Gregory Hines. Leah Pipes has worked in a new TV series each year starting out with Addison Witt at 12 years old.

Phase two introduced breakout actress, Nikki SooHoo. Nikki SooHoo obtained 4 pilot TV shows, grew up in front of the camera, and is recognized for two films, "Stick It," and "The Lovely Bones."

Phase three introduced Disney TV star, Sierra McCormick. Sierra's agent wanted to turn down the role on "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" However Addison Witt insisted that Sierra would shine in that position. The national exposure set Sierra McCormick up for everything that came after. Sierra McCormick stars on Disney's "Ant Farm."

Phase Four introduced "Breaking Bad," star, Rj Mitte. RJ travels the Country making a difference in the lives of countless people, speaking out on diversity and disability rights. His first feature, "House of Last Things," will be released in 2012. RJ is also an executive producer for the Tara Calico Story; and a keynote speaker for numerous organizations and events.

These phases were established to accommodate the Company's overall objective, which is to develop actors at the highest level, and partner with those actors to produce television and film opportunities.

WEM,Inc. has produced, and manage the careers of many more actors who make a living in TV and film. Max Williams, star of IFC's "Bullet in the Face," Wesam Keesh, recurring actor on MTV's "Awkward." And Madison Moellers, TV guest star, blogger, and advocate for several charities; Stand Up2 Cancer, and End Malaria Now.

In 2012, Addison Witt introduces his newest star, Jolee Blon.

Anita J. Lee, PR

Anita J. Lee is the in-house publicist for WEM, Inc., and actor, Max Williams. As a producer, in Los Angeles Anita J. Lee has been part of several world premiere, award-winning theatrical productions including Parasite Drag, by Mark Roberts, The Sand Storm, by Sean Huze, Anything, by Timothy McNeil, Tooth and Nail by Gena Acosta, Tracers by John DiFusco, et al, Desert Sunrise by Misha Schulman and The Wolf by Sean Huze.

At the VetStage Foundation Anita was a producer, and created workshops and fundraisers with other industry professionals Sean Huze, Ed Asner, Bobby Moresco, Paul Haggis, Olivia Wilde, Susan Sarandon, Mimi Kennedy, Patricia Foulkrod, Jodie Evans, and Paul Rieckhoff (IAVA).

Anita is the co-producer for the feature film, "Phil Cobb’s Dinner for Four."

In the area of public relations, Anita was the Publicist and Marketing Coordinator at Katselas Theatre Company, Marketing and Communications Associate at Pasadena Playhouse, and Associate Press Representative at Pasadena Playhouse.

Anita J. Lee is a member of the Elephant Theatre Company where she has served as a board member and producer.

Scott Overgaard, Design/Stylist

Scott Overgaard is a professional stylist, working with models and celebrity actors, musicians for more than 20 years. In 2007 Scott Overgaard joined WEM,Inc., as the Company's in-house stylist for high profile actors. As a collaborator with Addison Witt, Scott Overgaard is credited for the image and look of actor, RJ Mitte.

In 2008, Scott became an assistant manager to Addison Witt, and working with clients in television and film, eventually taking on independent clients of his own.

Scott Overgaard prefers the title, "image architect," for the work he does. In fact, his position with WEM, Inc. includes static design for the Burbank International Film Festival, and client image consultations for red carpet, and other public appearances.

Cynthia Warden, WEM

Cynthia Warden is a new addition to WEM, Inc., collaborating with Addison Witt for the Burbank International Film Festival, 2012. Cynthia Warden, and Warden Entertainment Media has more than 18 years experience at creating and implementing both products and communications programs for premiere organizations worldwide.

Just a few successes of Warden Entertainment Media include major stories with Entertainment Tonight/Insider, Extra! Access Hollywood, Extreme Makeover, Sharon Osborne, The View, Life of Luxury (ABC), Live Like a Star (Fox), Today Show, Fox 11 News, CBS News, Good Day LA/Live, KABC, KCBS, Fox 11, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, Boston Herald, LA Business Journal, LA Magazine, Renew, WWD, USA Today, People, Genlux, E! Entertainment Television, Hollywood Reporter, HGTV, Architectural Digest, ELLE, Elle Décor, LUCIRE, Angeleno, CNN, Headline News, Issues with Jane Velez- Mitchell, Court TV, The Other Half, InTouch Magazine, US Weekly, OK Magazine, 944, LA Confidential, Associated Press, BBC and more.

Warden Entertainment Media works with a talented team of professionals including graphic artists, designers, social media experts, show runners, producers, event planners and more.