After spending more than 15 incredible years immersed in the comic book industry, from retail to publishing, I couldn't be more thrilled to embark on the natural next step of my career path with the creation of IC3. This venture is the culmination of my passion and experiences, and I'm eager to share it with the world.

My vision for IC3 is simple - to establish a convention that not only nurtures and empowers creators but also brings together a vibrant and engaged audience. I want IC3 to be a haven where creative minds can thrive, connect, and showcase their talents without financial barriers hindering their journey.

Beyond its professional goals, IC3 holds a deeper aspiration - to evoke the warmth and camaraderie of a neighborhood block party. I envision every attendee walking through our doors to instantly feel at home, welcomed by a community of friends who share a common love for comics and storytelling.

IC3 is not just another convention; it's an celebration of creativity where artists, writers, and fans alike can revel in their shared passion. I am committed to curating an unforgettable experience, fostering an atmosphere of joy, connection, and creative exchange.

So, I invite you to join me at IC3, where we'll come together as a family of comic book enthusiasts, forging lasting friendships and making memories that will linger long after the event concludes. Let's create something extraordinary together, a space that embraces talent, uplifts spirits, and leaves everyone with a sense of belonging. See you at IC3!

Kasra is the CEO of ComicArtFans.com and brings a ton of experience in small press publishing, artist representation, and show creation/management. As IC3’s Producer, he’s responsible for IC3’s growth, presence, and impact towards helping indie creators better succeed while remaining independent. Over the last 20 years, he’s served as pro bono artist representative to both established and up-and-coming comic book and gallery represented artists. He also started several small press/artist collectives, the first being VEI Press, which created a series of art books for comic book artists, ultra-limited handmade editions, and the Drawing the Line Again comic book anthology to raise money for children’s cancer hospitals. He’s co-creator/writer of the creator-owned comic book MONOCYTE at IDW Publishing. Later he co-founded the 44FLOOD artist collective/publisher where he created two volumes of the popular TOME anthology series along with a dozen other art book, gallery show, and comic book projects. Over the last 30 years, Kasra has founded and led three biotech companies with a primary focus on developing therapeutics and diagnostics for cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. He’s co-authored nearly 40 scientific publications and abstracts.

Jamie Jones is a cartoonist and illustrator living in Savannah, GA. Previous works include: Quarter Killer with writers Danny Lore and Vita Ayala (Comixology Originals), Kicking Ice written by Stephanie Phillips (Ominous Press), and Tales of MFR with Matt Sardo, Alongside his freelance work, Jamie has been self publishing his pulp action-adventure comic, The Baboon and his new anthology magazine, SPAKOW! under his Bow Tie Press imprint.

Anthony Composto is the Editor-in-Chief of Monkeys Fighting Robots. He's loved comics since he was a young boy reading Archie digests from the grocery store, though these days, he defers more to the works of Jeff Lemire, Eric Powell, and Don Rosa, to name a few. His goal is to bring attention to lesser-known books and creators and give them the spotlight they deserve.