Written by Kianna Best on Dec 1, 2023. Posted in General Interest

EUFCN appoints new manager

The European Film Commissions Network (EUFCN) has appointed Venia Vergou as their new manager. The former director of the Hellenic Film Commission at the Greek Film Centre will take over from former EUFCN manager Angelica Cantisani, and step into the role from 2 January 2024.

“Film Commissioners have been incredible mentors to me,” said Vergou. “Having an open dialogue with the policy makers and professionals in their film industry, as well as a wide knowledge of the statute book of their countries, they can make wonders happen behind the scenes. I strongly believe that a Film Commission is the crossroads where all paths of filmmaking meet. Being appointed as the new Manager of EUFCN is an incredible honour considering its pivotal role in the growth of the audiovisual industry. I am respectful to how much Angelica Cantisani has contributed to the shaping of the Network since its establishment and I am fully aware of the responsibility of this position. I am also looking forward to working closely with the Board of Directors and the EUFCN members and staff, to further develop strategies and shape our future goals.”

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Vergou, who most recently served as director of the Hellenic Film Commission at the Greek Film Centre, als served on the EUFCN board of directors from 2019-2021. With over 20 years of experience and insight in the film industry, she has been a critic and co-producer of three feature films, as well as film projects coordinator for doumenta 14 ,and head of communications and film programmer for the Greek Film Archive. As a member of the Crew United Team, Vergou will continue her work at the Greek sector on a part time basis. She will be taking over from former manager of the EUFCN Cantisani, who stepped down in August after holding the role for 12 years.

“The EUFCN is in transition, as is the industry itself, and one might say; continuously so,” said EUFCN Co-Presidents Carlota Guerrero and Adrian A. Mitchell. “The work carried out by film offices and film commissions across Europe is fundamental to the development of the European film industry. As a result, EUFCN membership is increasing, a sign that confirms that our members both wish for and need a strong and competent network where they can find guidance, experience, advice and members alike.”