Executive And Artistic Director
Current- Global Leadership: Successfully led FIFA, achieving a complete financial turnaround and establishing the festival as a key player on the international stage.- Innovation in Arts: Launched ARTS.FILM, a virtual platform providing year-round access to art films across Canada, showcasing the potential of digital transformation in the arts.- Strategic International Partnerships: Developed and maintained strategic collaborations with world-renowned institutions such as the Institut du Monde Arabe, the Louvre Museum, the Paris Opera, and the Palazzo Grassi, enhancing FIFA’s global reach and influence.- Cultural Diplomacy: Spearheaded the FIFA tour with over 100 screenings worldwide, fostering cultural exchange in countries such as Mexico, Hong Kong, South Korea, France, and Spain.- Network Building: Established the Films on Art Network, connecting twelve member organizations from different countries, facilitating international cooperation and resource sharing.- Empowerment Programs: Implemented a program to support and promote women entrepreneurs in the arts and culture sectors, demonstrating a commitment to equity and diversity.- Philanthropy and Community Engagement: Initiated the creation of the Club des 40 and a virtual charity auction, enhancing financial support for the festival’s activities and community engagement.- Jury Participation: Served as a jury member for prestigious international festivals such as RIDM, MAPP MTL, Sunny Side of the Docs, and Asolo, reinforcing FIFA’s influence on the global stage.- Policy Implementation: Introduced essential policies on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Work Ethics, and Eco-responsibility, ensuring a healthy and sustainable work environment.- Cultural Representation: Led FIFA’s role as Canada’s official representative at the Paris 2024 Cultural Olympiad, in collaboration with the Canadian Cultural Centre in Paris, highlighting the importance of cultural diplomacy on the international stage.
