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STAFF

Our staff is dedicated to delivering an entertaining festival experience that captivates our guests, sparks conversation, and leaves you wanting to attend again and again. Get to know us! We are happy to be part of this delightful experience.

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM SOCIETY

Marissa Aguayo, Sr. Development Associate

Felicia Alford, Accounting & HR Manager

Judith Beltran, Office Coordinator

Jessica Eskelin, Programming Manager

Daniel Mansour, Marketing Manager

Jose Padilla, Accounting Assistant

Alexander Paz. Operations Manager

Liliana Rodriguez, Artistic Director

Susan C. Sack, Business Development & Sponsorship Manager

Christina Sasse, Film Awards Director of Operations & Producer

Angie Valdericeda, Membership Manager

Scarlett Wilmsen, Film Awards Seating & Operations Manager

Rhea Woodson, Managing Director

FILMFEST 2024

Programming

David Ansen, Lead Programmer

Mimi Brody, Programmer

Therese Hayes, Programmer

Brian Hu, Programmer

Jane Schoettle, Programmer & Filmmaker Retreat Producer

Alissa Simon, Lead Programmer

Hebe Tabachnik, Senior Programmer

Operations

Jody Cole, Theater Operations Manager

Jim Gazan, Assistant Volunteer Manager

Clayton Martin, Print Traffice Manager

Deborah Ray Scanlon, Volunteer Manager

Aaron Ridenour, Technical Director

Marketing and Publicity

Kylie Elliot, Scenario PR

Martin Foster, Creative Services

Austin Good, Scenario PR

Steve Wilson, Scenario PR

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