Our Mission
To create a true home for independent filmmaking in Cincinnati, Ohio.
We provide filmmakers with the professional resources they need to grow their craft and strengthen the entrepreneurial spirit of filmmaking. Our mission includes fostering community and camaraderie. Attracting creators from across Ohio, the United States, and the world. Educating the public in the art and craft of film and contributing to Cincinnati’s economic vitality.
Meet the Team
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Allyson West
Founder/Executive Director
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Dahlia Kressler
Associate Director
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Jack Crumley
Board President/Press press@cindependentfilmfest.org
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Jonny Shenk
Curation/Exhibitions Director
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Ryan Poole
Screenplay Producer ryanpoole9@gmail.com
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TJ Peloquin
Special Event Support
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Christina Hardebeck
CindeNEXT Founder/Education Director
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Aaron Kes
Education Associate me@aaronkes.com
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Vince Salzarulo
Tech Lead vsalzarulo@yahoo.com
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Zoey Desmond
Volunteer Lead zoey@cindependentfilmfest.org
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Emma Underwood
Media Lead Emmavulnerability@gmail.com
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Zoe Spellen
Merchandise Lead/Awards Show Producer zoespellen1289@gmail.com
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Jennifer Mayhall
Design & Decor jennifer@jennifermayhall.com
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Katie Scarlett
Accessibility Liaison
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Rachel Canter
VIP Liaison/YouTube Producer
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Laney McCormick
Board Member/Hospitality Lead
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Elijah Cliffe
Hospitality Associate elijahcliffe@gmail.com
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Azalea Laverde
Special Events Lead azalea.laverde@gmail.com
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Claire Beseler
Marketing Lead claire.beseler@gmail.com
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Jackson McKeever
Press Associate/YouTube Producer jacksonmckeever2016@gmail.com
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Carroll Wallace
Partner Liaison cwalla324@gmail.com
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Isabel Wrolstad
Instagram Producer - Film Festival isabelwrolstad2@gmail.com
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Stephanie Lazorchak
Program Web & Design lazorchak15@gmail.com
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Jim Crooks
Board Secretary/Director of Outreach & Development crimjooks@yahoo.com
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David Charles
Board Member/Membership davidxcinema@gmail.com
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Jackie Moody
Alumni Relations
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Ryan Moody
Alumni Relations ryanmoody330@gmail.com
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Megan House
Student Liaison meganeehouse@gmail.com
“Some festivals are built on tradition. Ours is built on boldness.”
Allyson West Founder/Executive Director