• Ian Truitner

    Ian Truitner

    Program Director For Fiction
    Ian Truitner is an award-winning film director with projects featuring on Amazon Prime, Netflix and Lionsgate.
    His projects have featured at prominent festivals such as Cannes, SXSW, Milan International Film Festival, Palm Springs International Film Festival and Seattle International Film Festivals.
    Ian holds masters degrees in Business Administration and International Relations, and is a member of the Directors Guild of America.

  • Tehani Nguyen

    Tehani Nguyen

    Founder and Executive Director
    Tehani Nguyen is a passionate student in Lisbon, Portugal, focused on Liberal Arts and geopolitics. Her international perspective enhances her academic pursuits. She has interned at Atelier Joana Vasconcelos, Sotheby's Paris, and Ubik - STARCK NETWORK, gaining valuable art world experience and insights into ecological issues. Tehani served as Assistant Director for a short film by Ian Truitner and authored an article, "Transcending Boundaries: the Artistic Synthesis of l’Ecole des Beaux Arts de L’Indochine," published in Art Republik in September 2024. A former volunteer with the PORTA association, she co-founded the Young Photographers of the World Exhibition and organized Youth Padel tournaments.

  • Randall Scerbo Truitner

    Randall Scerbo Truitner

    Program Director For Documentaries
    Randall Scerbo Truitner launched her career as a stylist and costume designer for Martha Stewart Living, contributing to numerous award-winning commercial campaigns. She transitioned into producing and creating content for prestigious platforms such as Spelling Television, Current TV, Miss USA, Miss Universe, Extra, and E! Entertainment. Among her significant accomplishments is the creation of the documentary "Inshallah: Diary of an Afghan Woman," which was acquired by Oprah Winfrey's Oxygen Network and successfully raised millions of dollars in relief funds for women and children in Afghanistan.

  • Sophie Civet Burrus

    Sophie Civet Burrus

    Event Producer
    With two decades of experience in Paris and Cannes, Sophie has orchestrated prestigious events such as the Soirée des Ambassadeurs and the Diner en Blanc, partnering with top brands including Moët and Hennessy. Her former role as Communication Director at Paris Première honed her skills in creating impactful, tailor-made experiences. Now based in Lisbon, Sophie leverages her extensive network to produce exclusive events in hidden venues, blending creativity with elegance. As a consultant and Artistic Director, she connects partners with her cosmopolitan contacts and supports local artists through the POR-TA Foundation, enhancing the cultural landscape with innovative collaborations.

  • Hanae De Bagneux

    Hanae De Bagneux

    Global Events Expansion Manager
    Hanaé is a French-Mauritian engineering student in a dual bachelor program at CentraleSupélec and McGill. She loves bringing her ideas to life and solving social challenges. Captivated by emerging technologies that simplify the world, she aims to contribute meaningful advancements and eco-friendly alternatives. She is also passionate about cinema. Involved in theater since she was young, Hanaé ventured into filmmaking at 14. She played a role in the Canadian series "Blood and Treasure," portraying the younger version of the main character, Lexi. This enriching experience taught her a lot about cinema. She continued her cinema studies and, at 16, wrote a 10-minute short film screened at the French Institute of Marrakech.