Will Packer

Will Packer: Biography at a Glance

Will Packer’s journey from a sharp-witted student at Florida A&M University to a Hollywood producing powerhouse is proof that dreaming big works a lot better when you can make people laugh along the way.
With roots in stand-up and sketch comedy, Packer doesn’t just tell stories—he performs them. His high-energy, laugh-out-loud style keeps audiences entertained while packing in the inspiration when you least expect it.
As a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, he’s the guy who proudly preaches “healthy arrogance,” the idea that no one is more deserving of success than you. His quick wit and candid reflections leave audiences both motivated and still smiling long after he’s left the stage.
Packer’s career is all about bold moves and big ideas, turning audacious dreams into box office hits and critically acclaimed series that have racked up over $1 billion worldwide. He also made history as the first Black producer to run the show at the Academy Awards.
Whether he’s making movies, making history, or making plays as a limited partner in the Atlanta Falcons, one thing’s for sure: Will Packer knows how to chase big dreams and have a whole lot of fun doing it.

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Will Packer, Founder and CEO of Will Packer Productions and Will Packer Media is one of Hollywood’s most prolific and commercially successful producers with a wide variety of projects on his slate. He can currently be found on The Hollywood Reporter’s illustrious Forces for Change list which draws attention to the heavyweights in Hollywood pushing for change.

Most recently, Packer was listed as a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author for his book, Who Better Than You? The Art of Healthy Arrogance and Dreaming Big. His powerful and illuminating stories from the front lines of Hollywood offer a clear vision on how to manifest your own success—by believing there is no one on the planet more deserving of it than you.

Packer produced the critically acclaimed limited series Fight Night for Peacock, which received a 95% on Rotten Tomatoes. It was the most-watched premiere in Peacock history and the #1 drama through its first weekend. Packer assembled an all-star cast including Kevin Hart, Taraji P. Henson, Samuel L. Jackson, and Don Cheadle for this thriller about how a party after Muhammad Ali's 1970 comeback fight in Atlanta became an infamous heist. The series went on to win four NAACP Image Awards, including Outstanding Limited Series.

Packer has produced or executive produced a wide range of movies grossing more than $1 billion worldwide at the box office, including Girls Trip, Night School, Ride Along, Think Like a Man, and Straight Outta Compton. Packer’s television, digital, and branded content company, Will Packer Media, produces episodic scripted and unscripted series across television, podcasts and digital platforms and compelling content for brand clients and short-form digital content.

Packer made history as the first Black producer and producing team to preside over the Academy Awards, for which he received an Emmy nomination. On May 21, 2024, it was announced that Packer became one of four new limited partners to the Atlanta Falcons ownership group. Packer is a magna cum laude graduate of Florida A&M University (FAMU).

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Who Better Than You?: The Art of Healthy Arrogance & Dreaming Big

Drawing from his journey of turning a micro-budget indie film into a billion-dollar Hollywood empire, Will Packer shares the game-changing principles of "healthy arrogance"—a mindset shift that separates top performers from the rest. He breaks down the art of selling yourself, your vision, and your product with the same unshakable belief that convinced Hollywood’s biggest stars and studios to bet on him.

Through high-energy storytelling, real-world sales strategies, and unforgettable Hollywood lessons, Packer delivers a masterclass in resilience, persuasion, and high-stakes deal-making. Attendees will walk away with:

Unshakable Confidence – Why top performers embody "healthy arrogance" and how to harness it to close deals and shatter quotas.
The Power of Persuasion – How to make your goals essential to others—whether it’s selling a movie, a product, or a vision.
Behind-the-Scenes Hustle – Why the work you put in when no one’s watching determines the success everyone sees later.

This isn’t just another motivational talk—it’s a sales masterclass from a leader who’s built a billion-dollar brand from the ground up. Will Packer will leave your team fired up, thinking bigger, selling bolder, and owning their success like never before.

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