🎭 About Me:As a dynamic Filipino-Italian American with roots spread across the US, Italy, Argentina, Venezuela and the Philippines, I've transitioned from a creative designer in advertising to a multifaceted actor, producer, and director known for my compelling narratives and diversified roles. My career began in television, co-producing and anchoring the motorsports show "Street Vision Garage." I further honed my craft in New York at Stella Adler Acting Studio and then at LS Acting Studio under the mentorship of Lynette Sheldon, leading to significant roles in projects like Netflix's "Hillbilly Elegy," STARZ's "Black Mafia Family," and "Gotham Knights."🎬 Directorial Impact:My directorial projects have received critical acclaim, including the short film "Groomed," which clinched the Rising Star Award at the Westfield International Film Festival for its bold address of human trafficking. "21st & Colonial" not only earned a REMI Award at the 54th Worldfest International Film Festival but also distinguished me as a finalist in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association Snow Leopard Scholarship Award at the Asian World Film Festival, with a Best Actor nomination at the International Film Festival Manhattan.🏢 Professional Ventures:I am the founder of Reyes Productions Studio, dedicated to producing stories that evoke emotion and awareness, often drawing from real-life inspirations and interweaving rich Filipino cultural themes. My commitment extends to fostering community engagement as the founder of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of VA, Chairman of Filipino American Community Action Group (FIL-AM CAG), National Civic Forum Leadership Director for NaFFAA, and East Coast Director for FILAM Creative.🌏 Community Involvement and Vision:My involvement in various leadership roles reflects my dedication to promoting Filipino stories and multicultural dialogues in media. Currently residing in Virginia, I am passionately working to transform the state into a cinematic powerhouse, leveraging my extensive experience and commitment to multicultural storytelling.🔗 Let's Connect:If you are passionate about film, community building, or multicultural storytelling, let's explore how we can collaborate and create impactful narratives together.