Community Revitalization Project

Greenleaf Actor Reveals Community Revitalization Project in High Point“

“When you read about the $1.54 million in Performance-based incentives awarded by the City of High Point, North Carolina, to [our company] Brittano Group - KNova Film Capital, you’re reading about Black business,” Karie Brittano stated. “And, that’s important; representation in community revitalization projects, of this magnitude, is vital. Otherwise, it may feel like true gentrification where Black Americans are typically ousted. Our goals are inclusive of us, by us.”

Karie Brittano, wife of Julian Brittano, actively holds the role of Co-CEO of Brittano Group - KNova Film Capital, and the role of its general contractor. Julian, Expert Subject on Streaming Zones, panels alongside Appointed White House Officials on the matter of Opportunity Zone Initiatives. Julian is CEO of Brittano Group, an actor, and producer. He is recognized as “David the Bartender” in OWN’s Hit Series, “Greenleaf.” Now, with the expertise this power couple has acquired in just over one year, and the infrastructure to greatly impact the trajectory of economic revitalization, nationwide, Brittano Group-KNova Film Capital, owner of Brittano Studios, is well on their way as one of the Southeast Region’s emerging development and management firms in the United States.

On August 23, 2020, Brittano Group-KNova Film Capital accepted the Performance-based incentive of $1.54M from the City of High Point, North Carolina. With this funding, High Point is now the headquarters for the Brittano’s to launch the expansion of their Qualified Opportunity Zone Business Model; a massive project proposed at $100M. The redevelopment of the former wood kiln building at 614 W. Green

Street will span across a 2-block parcel of predominantly mixed-use real estate to add 120 jobs, and increase its impact of workforce development. The scope of this expansion includes renovation of the Brittano’s 120,000 square-foot film studio, construction of a campus of sound stages, new editing suites and production offices. Upcoming is a new 100-room boutique-styled hotel to lodge production teams and actors, short-term. Their goal is to develop a sustainable workforce in multiple markets. The creation of digital content and the development of film workforce remains its core function. Additionally, Brittano’s affordable housing for veteran and re-entry individuals will provide suitable and safe housing options.

With more than 8,700 Opportunity Zones designated across the United States, Opportunity Zone Initiatives exist to foster long term private sector investments in low-income communities. Even amid COVID-19, and since the announcement of the $1.54M award by the City of High Point, the Brittano’s have received inquiries from other funds - east coast to west - and are currently reviewing new Economic Development Opportunity Zone Proposals. “We

are now speaking with national and international investors, with like-commitments, to pour into the movement of revitalization in Black communities,” Julian shared. Their model is poised to ensure all markets of employment opportunities, small business and workforce development growth is represented.

In an interview on The Kelly Wright Show on the Black News Channel, Mr. Wright identified the Brittano’s as pioneers. They aim to create and sustain economically-integrated neighborhoods, nationwide. The Brittano’s, entrepreneurs at heart, are now at a table they’ve built and are inviting other, like minds to join them.

Alecia Jones is a contributing writer and publicist for C-Suite, Causes & Celebrities. You can connect with her on Instagram @validityentpr.