Waris Syed’s dynamic vision is curated by his own unique identity coupled with entrepreneurial perseverance as it combines the mediums of sports, lifestyle and entertainment marketing. As Director of Sports & Lifestyle Marketing and Co-Founder of Warbux Sports & Entertainment, Waris is responsible for marketing, partnerships and public relations. Waris is regarded as an innovative …
Building genuine relationships is at the core of who I am. I’m proud to launch Collaborative By Design- growing brands, businesses, and movements. My partner, Genna Lasko, and I have a direct fundraising impact of $7.1 mil, and played key roles in securing millions more. We’ve produced events from intimate dinner up to festivals for …
Jay is a CPA and Partner at Abdo Eick & Meyers. In his role as a Business Partner, he advises private companies while also overseeing the firm’s outsourced Business Advisory services. Jay remains committed to a core principle of his 25-year-plus practice to help his clients navigate bumps in the road: plan ahead for challenges …
Steve is currently director of business development for BMO Harris Bank. He specializes in commercial banking solutions for Minnesota-based companies. Over his 25+ year banking career, Steve has developed a reputation as generous networker seeking to develop relationships and create value for everyone he works with. Prior to joining the TCFF board in 2020, Steve …
Kathy is the President of the Board of Directors at TCFF. She brings a depth of entertainment and leadership experience to TCFF by drawing upon a career of promotional work for Disney, 20th Century Fox, Searchlight Pictures, Lucasfilm, Sony Pictures and AMC Networks. Kathy has seen the power of film at work through partner marketing …
Ms. Shannan Paul is a highly talented and professional Comedian, Speaker, Voiceover Artist, Live Event Host, Benefit Auctioneer, and Social Instigator. Here at TCFF, Shannan oversees community partnerships and services, which promote diversity and inclusion as it relates to media and storytelling.
Naomi has been involved in the talent, video and film business for many years. Whether in front of the camera, on stage or behind the scenes, Naomi loves to be involved. She has worked as a production manager and assistant director on numerous projects and also wrote, produced and directed her own short film.
An avid and long-time film fan, Andrea volunteered for her first TCFF event in 2014 – and was hooked. Over the years, she has worked in the areas of brand ambassador, memberships, special events and festival support. In her current role at TCFF she draws on years of small-business experience focusing on project management, productivity, systems …
Brooke started her journey in performing arts as an actress at the young age of 12 in professional theatre before going into healthcare for over a decade. She pursued both her bachelor’s in biology and marketing, which led her to a marketing internship with TCFF in May 2021. Brooke was hired full-time as Marketing Director …
As a recipient of ’40 under 40′ Award as well as ‘MN Real Power 50’, Jatin has been recognized by the community as a business leader and innovator. With the Twin Cities Film Fest, Jatin has brought the community together in a celebration of the arts it deserves. Jatin currently serves as a Board Member …
