René Estes

René Estes is a media expert, innovation strategist, filmmaker, and entrepreneur. Founder of René Estes, LLC, she explores how media, technology, and social structures impact decision-making, relationships, and economic independence, with a focus on women. She also created The Video Mentor, a SaaS platform for digital creators. René’s background spans science, film, and culture, using innovation to examine how media shapes society and personal agency. A third-generation entrepreneur and former Naval Research Lab contributor, René holds degrees in film and geology, with executive education from Wharton and Leeds. She’s a Marquis Who’s Who honoree and Brainz Magazine contributor, known for her thought leadership in media, digital ethics, and strategic communication.