Reel Families for Change is a data-driven nonprofit committed to generating effective, meaninful solutions for working familiy in the screen industry. Our goal -- through the use of research, reporting, consultations, and training -- to encourage the industry-wide adoption of sustainable production practices like time sensible/shorter workdays, considerations for new and expecting parents, flex work, and dependent care supports to name a few. As founder and executive director of the organization, I'm responsible for ensuring the integrity of our work, driving our mission, and facilitating our ...

After 23 years as a non-profit executive specializing in advocacy communications and public relations, I am now shifting my focus and time to filmmaking. I hold a Master's from AU in Media and Film and have produced several short films while at AU including one that was broadcast on Maryland Public Television and recognized with a regional Emmy. Most recently, I have helped program and deliver the Alexandria Film Festival as its vice chair in collaboration with founder Patti North and the festival's chair.