Draft:Gregory Allen Hemmings
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Gregory Allen Hemmings (known professionally as Greg Hemmings)is a Canadian film producer, director, writer, and social entrepreneur based in Saint John, New Brunswick. He is the founder of Hemmings Films and Hemmings House Pictures, a certified B Corporation specializing in positive social impact filmmaking. Hemmings is recognized globally for his commitment to catalyzing social change through storytelling and has been inducted into the Atlantic Business Magazine's Top 50 CEO Hall of Fame.
Early life and education
[edit]Gregory Allen Hemmings was born and raised in New Brunswick, Canada. He pursued advanced training through several prestigious programs, including the Wallace McCain Institute's Entrepreneur Leadership Program and the National Screen Institute's Global Television Marketing Program. In 2023, he received an honorary doctorate from the University of New Brunswick in recognition of his contributions to the arts and social change.
Career
[edit]Film and television production
[edit]Hemmings began his career in film production in 2002, establishing himself as a pioneer in positive social impact filmmaking.[1] His work spans multiple genres and formats, including scripted and factual television series, documentaries, and feature films. Throughout his career, he has accumulated an extensive portfolio of credits, serving as producer on 29 projects, director on 18 projects, writer on 7 projects, and editor on 12 projects.
His productions have been sold to broadcasters around the world and have helped connect customers to brands with aligned values by telling authentic stories that build trust.[1] Notable early works include "Sistema Revolution" (2012), a documentary that earned critical acclaim, and "The Paramount" (2012), which showcased his ability to produce compelling narrative content.
Company leadership
[edit]In 2006, Greg founded Hemmings House Pictures (HHP), a full-service corporate and commercial production company on Canada's East Coast, which eventually became a certified B Corporation in 2014 and then later a 1% For The Planet donor in 2022. Four years later, in 2011, he established Hemmings Films, a company solely focused on feature films and network television shows.[1]
Under his leadership, both companies have produced a broad scope of world-class, purpose-driven media. The companies work across multiple production categories including documentary filmmaking, branded content, television series, and commercial production.[2] Major network partners and clients include Rai Italia, W Network, Globosat, National Geographic, Discovery, and CTV.[2]
In 2024, Hemmings expanded his team by bringing on Evan Ottoni, a Canadian Screen Award-nominated producer and filmmaker, as President of Hemmings Films. Ottoni's background includes work on breakout Canadian films such as "Anything for Jackson" and "The End of Sex," as well as numerous television movies for Hallmark and Lifetime.[1]
Recent projects
[edit]One of Hemmings' most significant recent projects is serving as executive producer on "Revival," a SYFY original horror series that premiered on June 12, 2025.[3] The series, based on the Harvey Award-nominated comic series by Tim Seeley and Mike Norton, is produced by Blue Ice Pictures and represents a major expansion into American network television. The show stars Melanie Scrofano and is described as a "farm noir" supernatural mystery set in rural Wisconsin.[3]
Social impact and environmental work
[edit]B Corporation certification
[edit]Hemmings House Pictures achieved Certified B Corporation status in December 2014, demonstrating the company's commitment to using business as a force for good.[4] The company earned an overall B Impact Score of 80.0, significantly above the median score of 50.9 for ordinary businesses completing the assessment.[4] This certification reflects the company's performance across governance, workers, community, environment, and customers categories.[4]
The B Corporation certification aligns with Hemmings' philosophy of creating a "heart-centred company" that balances profit with purpose. The certification process evaluates companies on their social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.[4]
Environmental conservation
[edit]Hemmings has demonstrated a strong commitment to environmental conservation through both his business practices and personal advocacy. His company offsets greenhouse gas emissions from business travel by partnering with Community Forest International (CFI), a nonprofit organization that purchases mature forests in New Brunswick to keep trees standing as carbon vacuums.[5]
Through this partnership, Hemmings House Pictures helped finance the purchase of the Robinson Conservation Forest in Cambridge Narrows, New Brunswick. The forest was acquired from landowner Robena Weatherly Robinson, who agreed to sell to CFI to ensure sustainable management for future generations.[5] This initiative supports the theory that the cash value of standing trees in mature forests is actually higher than their value when cut for lumber.[5]
Hemmings is also a member of 1% for the Planet, committing to donate one percent of his company's revenue to environmental causes.[5] Beyond financial contributions, the company provides pro bono film services to environmental nonprofits, including creating a short film documenting the importance of the Robinson Conservation Forest.[5]
The company's environmental work extends internationally through CFI's operations in Tanzania's Zanzibar islands, where they support climate-resilient livelihoods in vulnerable communities through diverse spice forest agroforestry projects.[5]
Philanthropic activities
[edit]Hemmings House Pictures is a participant in the United Way Saint John Million Dollar Pledge, a program where ten partners each pledge $10,000 per year for ten years, totaling $100,000 per participant over the commitment period.[6] The program focuses on creating a "Return on Impact" rather than financial return, with partners collectively deciding how to invest funds for maximum community benefit.[6]
The Million Dollar Pledge program emphasizes academic outcomes for children and youth, and participants include other prominent New Brunswick businesses such as Aquila Tours, Dillon Consulting, and companies associated with the McCain family.[6] This commitment demonstrates Hemmings' dedication to supporting his local community through sustained philanthropic engagement.[6]
Awards and recognition
[edit]Throughout his career, Hemmings has received numerous accolades for his work in film and social impact. He was awarded the prestigious Royal Commonwealth Society's Vision Film Award in London, UK, recognizing excellence in filmmaking that promotes positive social change. He has also received three Banff World Media Festival Rockies Awards, highlighting his contributions to international media production.
In recognition of his business leadership and social impact, Hemmings was inducted into the Atlantic Business Magazine's Top 50 CEO Hall of Fame. This honor acknowledges his role in building successful companies while maintaining a commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
In 2023, the University of New Brunswick awarded Hemmings an honorary doctorate in recognition of his contributions to the arts and social change. This academic recognition underscores the significance of his work in using media as a tool for positive social transformation.
Personal life
[edit]Beyond his professional achievements, Hemmings is described as a mentor, public speaker, adventurer, musician, and devoted husband and father. He maintains an active speaking schedule, offering talks and presentations on filmmaking, entrepreneurship, and social impact business practices.[7] He also runs a "Filmpreneur Course & Mastermind" program, sharing his expertise with aspiring filmmakers and entrepreneurs.[7]
Hemmings is also involved with the American Sustainable Business Network, an organization that amplifies the voice of sustainable business and leads the way to a regenerative economy.[8] This involvement aligns with his broader commitment to using business as a force for positive change.
His personal philosophy centers on inspiring people to contribute to a happier and kinder world, a mission that permeates both his professional work and personal endeavors.
Filmography
[edit]Television series
[edit]As Producer:
- Race Against the Tide (2019–2023) – Seasons 1, 2, and 3, 10 episodes each of 30 minutes[1]
- Real Houses Of... (2020) – 15 episodes of 30 minutes[1]
- Cubicle to the Cage (2021) – 12 episodes of 30 minutes[1]
As Executive Producer:
Documentary films
[edit]As Producer:
- Sistema Revolution (2012) – 44 minutes[1]
- The Paramount (2012)
- From a Broken Heart (2013)
- Code Kids (2014) – 44 minutes[1]
- The Boy Who Was Bullied – 44 minutes[1]
- The Millennial Dream – 44 minutes[1]
- City on Fire – 44 minutes[1]
- 12 Dogs Drive - The Run Home – 44 minutes[1]
- When You Are Wild: A Day in the Life of J. Willis Pratt – 30 minutes[1]
- Wabanaki Modern – 21 minutes[1]
- Biognosis – 32 minutes[1]
- Back to Camp 41[1]
- Chasing The Current – 44 minutes[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r "Hemmings Films". Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ a b "Video Production Company Focused on Positive Social Impact". Hemmings House Pictures. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ a b c "Revival on SYFY: Everything to Know About New Comics-Based Horror Series". SYFY. 23 August 2024. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ a b c d "Hemmings House - Certified B Corporation". B Lab Global. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ a b c d e f Greg Hemmings (4 April 2022). "Saving Forests for Future Generations". B The Change. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ a b c d "The Million Dollar Pledge". United Way Saint John. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ a b "Greg Hemmings". Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "American Sustainable Business Network". Retrieved 2025-06-03.