In 2006, Kristen founded the Hollywood FGFF (www.FGFF.org) that brings in film content, audiences, and media coverage from around the world. Kristen also has worked as a Publicist, as an Associate Producer, and on Nickelodeon’s highest grossing cartoon, SpongeBob SquarePants, managing a creative crew of 50 people. Lastly, she coordinated production for West Bank Story, which won the 2007 Academy Award for Best Live-Action Short Film.

Karyn has taught for the
Capistrano Unified School District
for over 27 years. She also directs the highly successful non-profit Hollywood FGFF by reviewing film content and managing all aspects of the Festival including communications with the media, with filmmakers, producers, and directors around the world, celebrity hosts, Festival volunteers, sponsors, and vendors as required and handling all aspects of venue decisionmaking. www.FGFF.org

Chandler is the Company Owner and Senior Publicist at White Bear PR and also handles marketing and public relations duties for the FGFF. His specialties include Personal Publicity, Media Training, Digital Content PR, Press Releases, Pitching, Event PR, Social Media Support, Talent Procurement, Film Festival/Premiere Planning, Media Relations, Investor Relations, Press Kits, Electronic Press Kits (EPKs), BiographiesNewsletter Creation/Managemen

Dorene has been the FGFF Director of Guest Relations since 2007 assisting with strategic consulting and development. In addition she performed as a Legal Professional for several law firms including Lane Powell, PC, October 1975 through October 2006 handling a variety of special projects while working with numerous attorneys, the public, and staff at all levels. Her legal career required a high degree of professionalism and independent judgment.

Change a Life Foundation
April 2012 – Present ; Irvine, CA
Assist partner organizations to prepare grant application for submission to Change a Life Foundation.
Feel Good Film Festival
Nonprofit; 1-10 employees; Entertainment industry:
Contact past sponsor to secure donations for festival; work with Festival Director and Filmmaker Director to coordinate festival details; attend festival and offer support to sponsors