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Film Festival Award Winner

Opportunity is everywhere.
Access is not.

The series follows deserving but overlooked individuals who have never had the chance to succeed. When an influential Changemaker steps in, mentorship and high stakes test what happens when belief finally meets effort.

Our StoryAccepting an award at the Mammoth Film Festival 2022

Affect Change was created to prove that premium entertainment can be the ultimate catalyst for real-world movement.

We realized that the same creative engine used to build global television hits could be leveraged to transform lives. By combining our collective expertise, we bridge the gap between blockbuster scale and raw, purposeful authenticity:

Turning Access into Opportunity: Rooted in an entrepreneurial DNA that understands what it takes to pivot from raw potential to Shark Tank breakthroughs, we built a platform designed to unlock mentorship and influential networks.

The Blueprint for Global Scale: Our team has shaped the biggest cultural phenomena on television—directing for NASA and executive producing multi-Emmy and PGA Award-winning hits like Shark Tank, The Voice, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, and Family Feud. We know how to capture the attention of millions.

Uncompromising Authenticity: Moving past superficial reality TV, our creative leadership brings a cinematic, character-first approach honed on raw, impactful programming like VH1's Addiction Unplugged, A&E, and CBS.

The Bottom Line: We didn't just build a television series; we engineered a format where emotional, human stories meet the scale of global entertainment to drive real, measurable change.

Real People · Real Impact

Stories that ripple outward.

Every story follows a transformation already in motion — and amplifies the people behind it.

Johnny 'Dr. Whiteout' Joassaint
No. 01
Impact 1 — The Craftsman

Johnny 'Dr. Whiteout' Joassaint

After surviving a devastating firework accident while saving his niece, 'Dr. Whiteout' Joassaint was left near death and depressed. His life completely turned around when a single connection ignited his ambition. Equipped with a brand-new van, premium supplies, a laptop, and crucial industry relationships, he was empowered to succeed. Today, his business and certifications have skyrocketed, transforming him into Miami's go-to luxury detailer for celebrities and VIPs.

Sasha Calle: From Obscurity to Stardom
No. 02
Impact 2 — The Ascent

Sasha Calle: From Obscurity to Stardom

Sasha Calle's story is a testament to the transformative power of believing in yourself. Following her private audition on American Idol from Affect Change, she went from relative obscurity to rising stardom. She first captivated viewers as Lola Rosales on The Young and the Restless, nabbing a Daytime Emmy nomination for her performance, before making history on the silver screen as Supergirl in DC's The Flash.

Calle continues to expand her range across major studio thrillers and indie dramas: In the Summers (2024), On Swift Horses (2025), The Rip (2026). Wardriver (2026) & The Exorcist: Deceiver (2027)

Meet the Team

The hands behind the wave.

Executive producing multi-Emmy and PGA Award-winning hits like Shark Tank, The Voice, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, and Family Feud.

Jason Neubauer

Jason Neubauer

Executive Producer / Founder

Entrepreneur and producer known for turning access into opportunity. From funding his first company with a Wheel of Fortune win to pitching a breakthrough product on Shark Tank, Jason has built and activated influential networks across business, media, and creator culture. Deep experience leveraging mentorship, influence, and real-world execution.

Sami Aziz

Sami Aziz

Executive Producer / Co-Creator

Six-time Emmy-winning producer specializing in premium, purpose-driven storytelling. Former Executive Producer and Head of Live Broadcasts at NASA, with prior credits including Shark Tank and Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Deep experience shaping emotional, scalable formats that combine human stories with real-world impact.

Jim Roush

Jim Roush

Executive Producer

Emmy-winning Executive Producer with credits on Shark Tank, The Voice, and Family Feud. During his tenure at Mark Burnett Productions, Jim produced award-winning competition and reality formats, earning three Primetime Emmy wins and four PGA Awards. Brings deep experience in format development, talent partnerships, and building scalable unscripted content for global audiences.

Brandon Dumlao

Brandon Dumlao

Executive Producer / Director

Director, cinematographer, and executive producer with a cinematic, character-first approach to unscripted storytelling. Credits include directing and co-executive producing Addiction Unplugged for VH1, with work spanning A&E, CBS, documentary, music, and branded content. Brings visual rigor and authenticity to transformational storytelling.

Jamie Gold

Jamie Gold

Producer

A veteran entertainment producer, venture advisor, and the 2006 WSOP Main Event Champion. Over a 34-year career, he has managed legendary Hollywood talent, structured major studio deals, and driven growth for dozens of tech and media companies. Today, he focuses on live event production, tech investing with the Haas/Portman Family Office, and global philanthropic media initiatives

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