From Across the Table: Will Packer on Risk, Reinvention, and the Power of the Unknown

On In Her Words: From Across the Table, we sit down with Will Packer, the powerhouse producer behind Girls Trip, Straight Outta Compton, and Stomp the Yard, to talk about risk-taking, breaking barriers, and why betting on yourself is the key to success. From his early days as an engineering student to becoming one of Hollywood’s most influential filmmakers, Packer shares insights on mentorship, navigating the entertainment industry, and embracing the unknown.We also dive into his upcoming book, Who Better Than You? The Art of Healthy Arrogance & Dreaming Big (on sale February 18, 2025), where he lays out his blueprint for success. Drawing from his journey—hustling to sell a micro-budget indie film in college to building a billion-dollar box office empire—Packer offers a powerful toolkit for anyone looking to take charge of their career, step into leadership, and manifest success on their own terms.About Across The Table: Across the Table is a limited podcast series under the In Her Words umbrella, expanding our mission to amplify voices across the entertainment industry. While our flagship series spotlights female leaders, Across the Table welcomes voices of all genders to foster deeper conversations about mentorship, creativity, and the partnerships that drive success in entertainment. Each guest shares their unique perspective and the collaborative spirit that has shaped their journey. Join us as we explore the stories behind the art and the people who make it happen.Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ2EPGuC1PhcqJpGW?si=fdb445a8906b49b4  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-her-words/id1674672975   Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/In-Her-Words-Podcast/B0BWYXYBF6?action_code=ASSGB14908     Find us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/women_in_entertainment/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninentertainment   Twitter: https://twitter.com/InHerWords_WIE