How many years have you worked in the Movie Theatre Industry and how did you first become involved? This is my 29th year in the industry. When I was 15, my brother, who also works for AMC, came home from his theatre and asked if I wanted a job because they had fired their entire evening team for stealing. |
What’s the best part of your Job? Do you have any memorable experiences that you would like to share? The people, hands down. I love developing others to take on additional leadership roles within the company. My current role as the Director of the Carmike Transition has been one of the most exciting experiences I have ever had. I’ve worked with a team of people since October in Kansas City creating training plans and schedules in order to assimilate our new theatres and management teams into our AMC brands. |
What is your fondest movie theatre memory? The re-release of the original Star Wars trilogy was quite memorable and nostalgic. Also hosting my first premiere when I moved to Universal Citywalk 19 – it was The Mummy. |
How old were you when you went to your first movie? Do you remember the theatre and the city? I went to the movies with my mom and dad to see Heaven Can Wait at a drive-in when I was 5. I had no idea what I was watching. I think they couldn’t find a baby sitter. |
What is your favorite movie of all time? What is it about this movie that stands out for you? The Godfather is my all-time favorite movie. It’s the movie that whenever it is on, I watch it to the end. I am fascinated by the world of the Corleone Family. Knowing that Paramount did not want Al Pacino in that role originally is mind-boggling to me because I can’t imagine anyone else in that role. What Brando brought to that role was nothing short of brilliant. |
Do you have any special interests that you would like to share? I am very engaged in LGBTQ activism. |
What does being a member of NATO of CA/NV mean to you? It’s important to have an organization that can advocate for your industry and also to promote its successes. |
Of all the resources that the Association offers (seminars, scholarships, email advisories, etc.) which is most useful for you? The advocacy. Plus, I have had multiple employees win scholarships so I love that part of NATO because we give back to the next generation. |
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