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niff_logo The mission of NIFF is to nurture and support a diverse, artistic and cultural experience with a creative, fun and cutting edge boutique film festival that showcases the work of independent filmmakers. NIFF will improve the shoulder-season economics for Naples and benefit the community at large by contributing to film education in Collier and Lee County Schools and by collaborating with other local artists and arts organizations.

The Naples International Film Festival (NIFF) was created by a group of visionary individuals wishing to invoke excitement and involvement in the arts for those who reside in, and visit the Naples area.

NIFF will showcase the finest and most creative cinematic works in the world, while at the same time supporting, organizing and providing an outlet for local filmmakers and film lovers in Southwest Florida.

We invite you to explore our site, submit your films and come out to join us November 2009 for our festival.




John C. Goede, Esq.

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Legal Counsel
John brings over 11 years of legal experience to the Naples International Film Festival. As a licensed attorney since 1998, he has extensive experience in representing large multinational corporations, including charities and non profits. He works closely with the Board on a daily basis to formulate contracts, negotiate venues and sponsorships, and procuring the 501 (c)(3) designation for the festival. An avid film buff, John is excited about promoting a culture of the arts and film in SW Florida.

 

Tim Rowe

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Operations Director
Tim Rowe has been involved in the fitness, hospitality, and development fields for over 25 years including eight years as a private club general manager.  His combination of financial management and systems-based, organizational leadership experience gives Mr. Rowe a unique perspective on the needs of these highly amenitized businesses.  It’s this unique combination that drives Tim to teach that the hospitality and private club industries are “experience” industries, not just “service” industries.

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Chengi Muyambo

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Director Technology and Online Development
Chengi Muyambo is a 2 year Naples resident and HUGE fan of the arts. A romance with technology and other digital media has led him down numerous paths and he is delighted to be a part of the Naples International Film Festival, and looks forward to making it a truly interactive experience with virtual repercussions. After working with succesful startups E*Tradebank.com and Respond.com, he founded and is CEO of Core Functionality, a digital brand development company.

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Bonnie Grossmann

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Chairman NIFF Children’s Film Festival 2009
When approached to become involved with NIFF, Ms. Grossmann suggested she seek out a program of prize winning and entertaining films made for children to add to the festival. She found both in the New York International Children Film Festival “Festival in a Box Program” which we will present this year. Ms. Grossmann is President of Clarity in Marketing, Inc., a communications consulting firm, which is based in Southwest Florida and works both for profit and non-profit clients, both locally and nationally.

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Jessica Matthews

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Director of Strategic Partnerships
Jessica Mathews is a SAG actor, host and producer. Jessica was born in Florida. She graduated from The University of Florida with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, and Dual Minors in Economics. Switching gears, she is now a professional working actor performing throughout the world. She has appeared in numerous theatrical performances, as well as having appeared in numerous films, television shows and national commercials. She enjoys performing and working on her craft very much.

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