The Start-Up

Monique Loré Stinson is a Native Angeleno and two-time Emmy Award–winning producer, as well as the founder of The Wine Caterers, Silicon Beach Coffee Co., Cap Aquarius Media, and Latchkey Kid Films. With a deep passion for entrepreneurship, Monique specializes in building startups that intersect with brand partnerships in the influencer and awards-show ecosystem of Hollywood, California.

Monique began her career in 2000 in reality television casting, working as a casting recruiter on the dating show Love Her or Lose Her alongside longtime friend and colleague Sam Rhima. She later worked with Casting Directors Jacqui Pitman and Kalissa Miller on MTV hits such as Dismissed and Next, eventually transitioning into producing and earning two Daytime Emmy Awards for her work on Christina's Court.

Her entry into documentary filmmaking began unexpectedly in 2018 after a chance meeting in a Las Vegas airport lounge with James Rideout, uncle of Jacqueline Salyers. Inspired by the #Justice4Jackie movement, Monique committed herself to helping share Jackie's story.

When the COVID-19 pandemic halted traditional production, Monique charted a groundbreaking path. She became the first filmmaker to travel to 20 cities across America in 2020—and later over 40 countries during the global pandemic—to create the world's first independent documentary trilogy. The trilogy includes "The Pandemic Project Documentary," "The Pandemic Film," and "The Endemic Project Documentary." The trailer for the first film has earned 10 awards and nominations, and "The Pandemic Project Documentary" is now streaming on Vimeo.

Monique also studied at Pepperdine University's Graziadio Business School, strengthening her leadership, strategic, and entrepreneurial foundation.

In addition to her film and business ventures, Monique has been a host on LA Talk Radio for seven years as of September 2026, where she has interviewed well over 300 entrepreneurs, innovators, and creators. Her conversations spotlight diverse perspectives and amplify the voices of emerging and established leaders.

With a portfolio rooted in media, production, wine, coffee, books, and startup innovation, Monique brings a grounded, humorous, and entrepreneurial spirit to everything she creates. As she continues to build her multifaceted empire, she remains committed to helping others bring their visions to life. Monique looks ahead to 2023 with plans to secure wider distribution for her documentary trilogy, complete her MBA, and continue shaping an exciting new chapter in her creative and professional journey.

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