# Star‑Powered Startups: Hits, Misses & Messes

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**Date:** March 15, 2026 · 10:30 PM  
**Location:** JW Marriott / Salon E  
**Format:** Panel  
**Track:** Startups  
**Reviews:** 0

## Speakers

- **Scott Birnbaum** — Managing Partner
- **Matthew Weinberg** — Partner
- **Scout Brisson** — CEO
- **Alexander Doman** — CEO

This panel builds on last year’s exploration of incubation models to spotlight how celebrities today are acting as startup founders, investors, and brand builders. We’ll unpack the good, bad and ugly details of celebrity‑backed ventures—from Skims to Goop—exploring brand fit, media power, product execution, partnership pitfalls, and long‑term viability. Attendees will gain actionable insights into how celebrity involvement amplifies opportunity… and risk.

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