Willie Coggins, a seasoned veteran of the arts for over 20 years in the industry, has Avast array of experience. First in music, as part of the music group, Official I.C. Entertainment, Mr. Coggins is a former producer and artist. Love of poetry and creative writing led to a natural progression in film. Mr. Coggins is now an award winning director and writer. Having worked with stars such Taral Hicks, Nya Lee and many others, ascending continues to be the path going forward. 

Omarr A. Salgado, a seasoned entrepreneur and music enthusiast with over 25 years of experience in the industry, has a rich background in music, starting from his family’s musical legacy. He began his career in hip-hop, working with icons like Naughty By Nature and Lords of the Underground. In 2013, he expanded into film production with the short film “A Tie Never Broken” and continued with projects like “Two Days in Harlem” and “Perceptions.” In 2019, he founded Fast Forward Films, a full-service production company, and co-founded FFIC TV in 2020. Currently, as the Head of Acquisitions for America Nu Network, he focuses on identifying and acquiring diverse and quality content to amplify voices of filmmakers of color in the industry.

Gewaun Cy Coggins journey began in the arts, and it has taken off from a music artist to a vital role in film production, starting as a boom mic operator working on various films. This experience sparked his interest in screenwriting, leading him to craft unique and compelling narratives. Alongside writing, he developed a knack for innovative marketing and advertising strategies for films and products. His career is a testament to his passion for storytelling and commitment to creativity and excellence in the arts.

Crescen Coggins is a native of Waterbury Connecticut, where he graduated from Crosby High School in 2001. His entrance into entertainment started at the University of Connecticut. There Crescen was apart of WHUS 91.7FM hosting a series of radio shows over the course of four years. From there he stepped into music first as a manager of the hip hop group Phenetiks, then as a solo artist known as “TheProtege”. With a catalogue of music compiled, and no money to promote Crescen Coggins began to explore videography. With the help of his cousin Willie Coggins he was able to learn how to craft film. Crescen currently has produced over 30 music videos for independent artists. He has produced short films and also participated in film festivals. His first film as a director of photography for FFICTV was the feature film “Sweet Burn”.

Kevin J. Harris was born on September 11, 1984, in New Haven, Connecticut, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Bleed For This (2016), Blood Circus (2017) , Hoop (2018), and The1Closest2U (2016). Kevin will be featured in a new film ‘The Bloodline Killer, starring Tyrese Gibson set to be released this year 2024. Also, this year, 2024, Kevin will make his directorial debut and star in his upcoming feature film, The Brass City Kid. Kevin has studied acting with Brooke Bundy ( A Nightmare on Elm Street) in New York City. Kevin got started in acting in 2009, landing his first role as an extra on CBS’s, The Good Wife (2009). Kevin now serves as an executive member of FFICTV.