EXCLUSIVE: Benan Guz has joined Film Bridge International and will assume the newly created position of Managing Director.
Benan will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the business, including business affairs, interaction with producers, and distribution licensing. The company said she will also oversee the company’s expansion into international production. Jordan Dykstra has left the company to produce.
“Benan is an accomplished, talented executive with great experience in international sales, television, and management,” Film Bridge CEO Ellen Wander said. “We are thrilled to be working with her again.”
Benan returns to Film Bridge following positions at Voltage and VMI, where she served as Vice President of International Sales. In addition to the new hire, Film Bridge has also promoted Michaela Johnson-Carroll to the role of Vice President, Worldwide Sales and Distribution.
“After eight months at Film Bridge International, Michaela’s contributions have exceeded our expectations. Not only have our sales skyrocketed, but Michaela continues to bring new clients to us every day,” Wander said.
Wander added: “These women share the enviable traits of integrity, intelligence, and great positive energy. We are thrilled to be working with them as FBI continues to expand”
Film Bridge will be at AFM with multiple titles, including The Florist, starring Dennis Quaid and Jean Reno, The Dreadful with Kit Harrington and Sophie Turner, and Chum, featuring Alice Eve and Audrey’s Children, starring Natalie Dormer.