New board brings together leaders in storytelling and innovation to support Verily's mission
DALLAS, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Verily Storyworks, a Texas-based upstream company developing true-story intellectual property across film, television and digital platforms, announced the appointment of its advisory board. These accomplished leaders bring decades of expertise across business, finance, media, Native American advocacy and cultural preservation.
The advisory board members include:
- Robert E. Roth – A seasoned executive with nearly four decades of experience in oil, gas and private investment. Roth has worked extensively with Jerry Jones and the Jones family enterprises, launching ventures across North America.
- Kevin Hanigan – As president & CEO of Prosperity Bank, Hanigan brings over 40 years of leadership in the financial industry. He previously served as CEO and chairman of multiple banking institutions and currently serves on the boards of Goodwill Industries of Dallas and the Dallas Citizens Council.
- Sean Lowe – Widely recognized from ABC's "The Bachelor," Lowe has since built a career as an entrepreneur, public speaker and family advocate. His authenticity and reach bring unique insight into storytelling and audience engagement.
- Steven R. Heape – A Cherokee Nation citizen and award-winning filmmaker. Founder of Rich-Heape Films, Heape has produced over 80 hours of television and 10 feature-length documentaries dedicated to Native American history and culture. He is also a board member of the Sovereign Nations Preservation Project and the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum.
With the advisory board's guidance, Verily Storyworks will expand its development pipeline and foster new partnerships.
"Storytelling has the power to shape culture, build understanding and inspire change," said Barry Capece, CEO and founder of Verily Storyworks. "Each of these leaders has devoted their careers to advancing industries, causes and communities, and their voices will guide us in telling true stories that matter. Together, we are building a studio where authenticity meets impact."
With the advisory board's guidance, Verily Storyworks will expand its development pipeline, foster new partnerships and continue to bring powerful, real-life narratives to audiences worldwide.
Verily also honors the late Ernie Stevens Jr., a nationally respected leader in Indian Country who served thirteen terms as chairman and national spokesperson for the Indian Gaming Association. As one of Verily's earliest advisors, Stevens played a pivotal role in shaping the studio's mission and commitment to truth-forward storytelling. He was admired not only for his tireless advocacy of tribal sovereignty and the growth of tribal government gaming, but also for his warmth, generosity and deep belief in uplifting Native voices. His vision and humanity will continue to inspire Verily's work for years to come.
Verily Storyworks is a Texas-based intellectual property (IP) development company and modern-day storytelling studio. As an upstream company in entertainment, Verily creates and develops original content rooted in real events. Verily prides itself on being a catalyst for IP creation and an architect of true stories. From story sourcing to screenplay packaging, Verily delivers high-concept, production-ready entertainment designed for cinematic feature films and scripted television dramas. As a champion of both established and emerging writers, Verily also cultivates fresh creative voices and offers development services to producers and studios. For more information visit VerilyStoryworks.com.
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