Board of Directors

Women in Film & Television-Florida (WIFT-FL) is a volunteer organization run by an active Board of Directors, elected by the membership. The women and men who serve on the board come from all disciplines within the film, television, and entertainment industry. Board members hold offices, as well as chair committees.

Officers

Jennelle Jordan - President (jennelle@womeninfilmfl.org)

Producer / Production Manager

Jennelle is a dynamic and driven production professional specializing in the development and execution of creative content, including television programs, commercials, and corporate advertising, as well as live event production and management. She has been working in the entertainment industry for over 20 years, producing 244 episodes of the critically acclaimed television series Forensic Files. She also has extensive experience in the commercial genre, working with diverse clients to evolve and grow both their business and brand.
Working on a wide range of projects, from television, commercials, corporate, music, and web videos, to production and on-site management of live events, Jennelle's talents lie in organization and planning, getting to know the intricacies of each different production and personnel she works with. Her goal is to create visually and emotionally compelling content with as seamless a pre-production and production process as possible. Jennelle is also the in-house production manager at ProductionHUB.com, helping clients connect with the most highly recommended vendors and production partners.

Staci Talley - Vice President & Tampa Bay Branch Chair (staci@womeninfilmfl.org)

Commercial Producer / Director

As an integrated producer, Staci manages content production across multiple platforms, ensuring projects run smoothly and efficiently, whether collaborating with one creative partner or coordinating with several. From overseeing budgets and deliverables to streamlining timelines and vendor relationships, she handles the logistics so creative teams can focus on delivering their best work.

With experience spanning national ad campaigns to independent creative projects, Staci has a well-rounded perspective on production across multiple mediums.

Her approach is rooted in clear communication and building strong connections to keep each project focused and on track, creating a meaningful experience and delivering impactful results.

Dave Cole, CPA - Treasurer (dave@womeninfilmfl.org)

Managing Tax Partner, David Cole, CPA, LLC
David is a graduate of the University of Maryland and has been practicing public account for over 10 years. David's experience is in tax compliance, tax planning and accounting consulting for small and start-up businesses as well as individual taxes. He has been a member of the FICPA since 1999 and is a certified QuickBooks pro advisor. David is also a member of the West Orange Chamber of Commerce and the financial advisor to the Central Florida Film Festival.

Art Smith Jr. - Secretary (art@womeninfilmfl.org)

Principal, No Budget Movie Company

Art Smith has over 30 years of film/TV experience. As owner of his own production company, No Budget Movie Company, Art coaches new screenwriters and helps to produce their films at a low budget. He can credit teaching and mentoring over 300 individuals currently working in the television or film industry.

Art's resume includes: “Standing Ovation”, “Mysterious”, “Bad Girl Island, “Survivor Island”, "The Session," "Fools Gold", "Misguided," "Three," "Fashion News Live," "Mother's Day," "Ocean City," "Who Goes There?," "Didn’t Say Goodbye," "Super Mario Brothers," "Good Morning Vietnam," "Causalities of War," "Soldier Boy’s," "Angel Heart," "Snake Eyes," "Devil's Own," "Sweet Liberty," "Anger Management," and more TV & Filmk Projects. He is a member of American Film Institute, Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences TV, Independent Feature Project, Society of Motion Picture Television Engineers, Audio Engineering Society and the National Assoc. of Broadcasters and NAPTE.

Larry Haber (larry@womeninfilmfl.org)

Orlando Branch

Entertainment Attorney, Law Offices of Lawrence Haber
Lawrence Haber has been a practicing attorney for 32 years, with the last 30 years devoted primarily to entertainment law. He has extensive experience in all aspects of legal, business and union matters in the entertainment industry, including the production, distribution and sales of long and short form film and television programming, and the negotiating and drafting of agreements for financing, production, and distribution of such programming. His clients also include software, website, design and graphics companies.
He represents production companies, talent, and producers in all phases of development and production in all types of media worldwide. His legal experience is grounded in intellectual property, corporate, general business and transactional law. He was an in-house attorney at both Universal Studios Florida and Walt Disney World for over seven years, with his last four years at Disney focused exclusively as Director of Business Affairs for original television programming. Among other projects while at Disney, he packaged, negotiated and sold worldwide rights for two episodic television series.

Board Members

Sheri Taylor (sheri@womeninfilmfl.org)
Melbourne Branch Chair
Owner, Infinity Box Productions

Sheri is WIFT-FL's Melbourne Branch Coordinator/Chair.

Sheri is an award winning producer / actress / creative consultant / graphic designer / assistant director/ marketing, promotion & events professional & more. She's known for work on films including: "Between Waves", "Blood Initiate," "Believe Then See," USA's "Graceland," and Tru TV's "Body of Evidence."

Stephanie Mazzeo (stephanie@womeninfilmfl.org)

Daytona Beach Branch

Makeup Artist / SFX Makeup Artist

Stephanie Mazzeo is a 30+ year veteran in the film/tv industry. Originally from Allentown, Pennsylvania, she eventually decided to leave the snow behind and has been based in East/Central Florida since 1996.

It all started with a little KISS...Somewhere near Philadelphia, PA, in the year 1992, Stephanie was asked by a KISS tribute band to assist the musicians with their makeup and stage costumes. Let's just say that's where it all began.

Beginning her career with makeup and wardrobe for the KISS tribute band Miss-Behavin', Stephanie’s knowledge of the production industry grew and expanded, leading her to travel cross-country providing makeup and special effects on a variety of projects for film, TV, music videos, commercials and more!

With a wide array of network connections, Stephanie hopes to entice more industry professionals to look toward Florida for their production needs, putting the state back on the map for larger film, commercial and television projects.

Nancy McBride - Past President (nancy@womeninfilmfl.org)

Casting Director, Reel Kasting Productions, LLC

Nancy McBride has a natural gift for recognizing talent. It was no surprise years ago when from her own experience as a parent of gifted child actors she founded the largest parent network of child talent. She soon became an authority, serving as an advocate for parents with kids in the industry. That lead her to the role she loves today, as a Casting Directing to both children and adults.

Nancy is now the go-to Casting Director for everything from Film, Commercials, Infomercials, and Industry videos. Her clients have included the likes of Campus Crusades, MTV, CMT, Bass Pro Shop, Super Nanny, NASA, ESPN, C Media/HBO Casting, Atlas Films/Dr. G Medical Examiner, Jordan Direct, and many more.

Nancy has served on numerous panels, and held workshops in the film industry. Nancy is highly respected among her peers for her ability to meet their needs above and beyond expectation. Nancy also brings to any production a solid knowledge of actors; unions, and the legal requirements for production. Nancy also serves as the Director of WIFT- US President's Support Group.

Lindsey Fuller Sandrin (lindsey@womeninfilmfl.org)

Orlando Branch Chair

General Manager, Vū Orlando

Lindsey grew up in the commercial production industry, working for her dad and uncle, both of whom are Film Florida Legends. Orlando-born and Cleveland, OH-raised, Lindsey graduated from Indiana University with a B.A. in Communications and found her way back to central Florida. After a brief five-year stint in the advertising industry, Lindsey came running back to the production world by way of the Orlando Film Commission, following in the steps of her cousin and previous President of both WIFT-FL and Film Florida, Jen Pennypacker.

Dana Pellerin (dana@womeninfilmfl.org)
Orlando Branch
Sales Manager, Production and Events, Universal Studios Florida Production Group
Dana is a highly accomplished professional in the film and television industry, with over 15 years of experience in various roles. He is currently serving as the Sales Manager for the Universal Studios Florida Production Group (USFPG), where he is responsible for managing the studio bookings and client relations for sound stages, backlots, and support spaces at the studio. Dana's career in the industry began with his work at film festivals, after which he went on to freelance on commercials and series television.

Alexa Sheehan (alexa@womeninfilmfl.org)

Daytona Beach Branch

Owner, Harbordashery Productions, LLC

Alexa Sheehan is a recent transplant to Florida after almost 20 years in Los Angeles working in the industry and its myriad media content.
A member of the Director’s Guild of America, SAG-AFTRA, and a board member of both Women in Film and Television- Florida and Film Florida, she hopes to parlay her experience in Hollywood filmmaking to create and to bring big projects to Florida and shake up the industry here.

She and her husband, an Union Assistant Property Master, created HarborDashery Productions which is a local production company in New Smyrna Beach, filming commercial and other media projects for local businesses and schools. She was a judge in the last year’s 48 Hour Film Festival in Orlando, this year’s Hub on Canal Student Film Festival, and has sat on numerous panels to help educate the new regime of filmmakers, and to share stories of her experience.

Monique McLaughlin (monique@womeninfilmfl.org)

Tampa Bay Branch

Makeup Artist / Producer

Monique is a versatile industry veteran whose experience spans the creative, technical, and executive facets of content production. She began her career crafting visuals behind the scenes, excelling as a Makeup and Hair Department Head and in film and television producing. This hands-on expertise gave her a keen eye for detail and the mechanics of filmmaking.

Transitioning to leadership, Monique has served as a Producer, bringing projects to fruition from concept through distribution. She currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Dunedin International Film Festival and the Advisory Board for Women in Leadership for Webber University. Coupled with a strong corporate background in sales and marketing, her expertise ensures content is not only artistically excellent but also commercially viable. Monique’s unique 360-degree perspective will be instrumental in advancing WIFT’s mission in growing its membership, empowering and mentoring women, in addition to promoting Florida filmmaking.

Robin Hofmann (robin@womeninfilmfl.org)

Orlando Branch

Writer/Producer/Director

Robin Hofmann is an award-winning writer, director, and producer whose workcenters on amplifying underrepresented voices and celebrating human resilience.Before entering the world of film, Robin earned a degree in Psychology and spent27 years workingwith individuals with disabilities, a foundation that continues toshape the empathy and authenticity in her storytelling.Her creative journey began with an online gluten-free baking show designed toraise awareness around disabilities and inclusion. Shelater launched Chat withMe, an online talk show featuring "ordinary people with extraordinary stories,"where she honed her ability to uncover and share powerful personal narratives.These early projects inspired her to explore filmmaking more deeply, leading herto write, produce, and direct a range of independent films that reflect her passionfor meaningfuland compellingstorytelling.

Graham Zielinski (graham@womeninfilmfl.org)

Orlando Branch

Director/DP/Instructor

Mo Fitzgibbon (mo@womeninfilmfl.org)

South FL Branch

Writer/Producer/Director

Mo Fitzgibbon is a successful and respected writer/director/producer her persistence and dedication, and hard work have helped shape Fitzgibbon into being knowledgeable, professional and a creative force amongst her peers. Fitzgibbon's company, Walker Fitzgibbon TV Film, located in South Florida, and Los Angeles is considered one of the most diversified and creative production companies. Projects include broadcast television, reality, variety, biographies, documentaries, animation, national commercials, promos, and music specials both in English and Spanish. Fitzgibbon expanded her abilities going beyond those formats and into next level creative writing and development of theatrical and scripted for network, streaming and other production companies in all media.

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