Sherri Hankins-Elliott (CEO)
Sherri Hankins Elliott is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Pure Harmony Films, where she leads the company’s vision to tell meaningful stories and open doors for emerging creatives in the film industry. A passionate storyteller herself, Sherri is the author of the beloved children’s book series Uni and Cornelia and has written both books and films, including They Call Her Mrs. Beautiful and her debut feature script Definition of Love. She also stepped into directing with her first short film, Maybe I Do, or Maybe I Don’t.
As CEO, Sherri oversees the company’s creative direction, production slate, and collaborations with writers, actors, and filmmakers. She is dedicated to building a platform where fresh voices can thrive and where stories are told with heart, purpose, and authenticity.
Mercedes Warfield (COO)
Mercedes Warfield is the Chief Operating Officer of Pure Harmony Films, where she oversees day-to-day operations, strategic planning, and cross-functional execution to bring the company’s creative vision to life. With a strong background in leadership, business development, and organizational management, she ensures productions run seamlessly from concept to completion. Known for her ability to balance creativity with structure, Mercedes works alongside the CEO and leadership team to scale growth, build strong industry partnerships, and deliver high-quality content that resonates with audiences.
Laurie Banks (TAM)
Talent Acquisition Manager
With years of experience in the acting industry, I bring a unique perspective to the role of Talent Acquisition Manager. My background in performance has given me a keen eye for recognizing potential, passion, and authenticity in others. Driven by a genuine desire to seek out and uplift emerging talent, I specialize in building strong networks that create opportunities for actors and actresses to grow and thrive.
I believe in fostering positive, collaborative relationships within the communities I partner with, ensuring that every connection leads to mutual growth and possibility. By combining industry knowledge with an instinct for spotting untapped potential, I strive to expand opportunities for individuals while strengthening the creative networks that make our industry thrive.