Saraswathi Balgam, also known as Vani - CEO , Creative Director at Dancing Atoms . She is an accomplished creator and director whose short films and documentaries have garnered numerous accolades. She is currently developing an original slate of animation and live-action projects based on her own original stories inspired by her multicultural upbringing in India, various Asian countries, and her current residence in the United States. Vani established Dancing Atoms, a boutique studio that aims to be a “home for creators” Focusing on bridging the divide between Asian and North American storytellers, the studio has an international network of talented artists and creators. Vani’s diverse professional background includes serving as the Head of Creative Management at DreamWorks Animation in Shanghai and as the Founding Director of Rhythm & Hues Asia, a multiple-Oscar-winning animation and VFX studio. She recruited, managed, and fostered a diverse team of artists and technicians who created the incredible digital