Name: Bastrop County Film Industry Mixer
Start: 2026-06-17T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-06-17T20:00:00-05:00
Location: Hampton Inn & Suites - Bastrop, TX

The Bastrop County Film Meetup is a quarterly gathering that brings together filmmakers, actors, industry professionals, local business owners, and film enthusiasts for an evening of networking, inspiration, and storytelling. Hosted in the heart of Bastrop County, the event provides a platform for creative voices to connect, collaborate, and learn from seasoned professionals. Each session features special guest speakers who share their experiences and insights from the film and television industry.
GUEST SPEAKER:
Ronny Corbin is a speaker and storyteller who delivers a powerful message to actors, writers, directors, and producers navigating the realities of the entertainment industry. Blending the mindset of a performer with the precision of a professional pilot responsible for thousands of lives, Ronny brings a rare perspective on awareness, presence, and decision-making under pressure—skills that translate directly from flying to the creative process.
With a style that is high-energy, authentic, and deeply engaging, Ronny connects with creative audiences by speaking to the heart of what they do: telling stories that matter. His presentation, “Join the Journey,” challenges the industry’s long-held belief that success is reserved for a select few, replacing it with a more grounded truth—that greatness is discovered through persistence, awareness, and the willingness to keep showing up fully.
Ronny’s message is rooted in lived experience. From surviving a life-threatening moment at sea in Alaska where he was presumed dead, to navigating high-stakes environments in aviation, to building a career without shortcuts, his story reinforces a central idea: you don’t wait to be chosen—you decide to step into your story now.
What makes Ronny especially impactful for creative professionals is his ability to translate his experiences into their world. He speaks directly to:
Actors, on bringing truth and presence to every performance rather than chasing approval
Writers, on telling the stories that matter—even the ones that feel risky
Directors, on leading with vision while creating an environment where authentic moments can emerge
Producers, on building belief, shaping energy, and guiding teams beyond logistics
Ronny emphasizes that creatives are not just making content—they are shaping how audiences see themselves and the world. His talks focus on using awareness as a tool, staying present in the moment, and choosing optimism as a strategic advantage in an industry filled with uncertainty.
He's performed music on stages around the country for 40 years. He cohosts the annual Waylon Jennings Birthday Bach in Luckenbach.
When it comes to speaking, Ronny blends storytelling, insight, and occasional live performance to create an experience that goes beyond a traditional keynote. There’s no script and no sales pitch—just a genuine connection with the audience, and a message that resonates. Ronny leaves audiences with a lasting takeaway: It’s your story—and you don’t have to settle for the version you’ve been given.