National Council
As philanthropic leaders from across the country, AFI National Council members are nominated to serve as ambassadors for the American Film Institute and its national mandate. National Council members are vital to AFI’s mission to advance the art of the moving image by empowering storytellers and inspiring audiences. Members provide advice and counsel on the Institute’s national goals, financial support for its programs, and connect AFI leadership with key advocates.
CHAIR
Wylie A. Aitken
California
MEMBERS
Jenna Alexander
Texas
Brad Anderson
Florida/Minnesota
Deborah Bridges
California/Kansas
James Costa
California/Massachusetts
Philip Erdoes
New York
Moti Ferder
California
Elaine Harris
Florida/United Kingdom
Teena Hostovich
California
Stephanie Hunt
Texas
Arlene Inch
California
Tony Jimenez
Virginia
David R. Kiger
Texas
Elika Portnoy
Massachusetts
Deborah Goodrich Royce
Connecticut
Steven Stodghill
Texas
Jenny West
Texas
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