MIKKI WILLIS - Festival Founder/Director

Multi award winning director/photographer/writer, Mikki Willis, is a virtuoso of positive energy and talent that spans mediums. He has directed over forty Spanish-language music videos, earning a Premio Lo Nuestro Best Video nomination (equivalent to the Grammy or Peoples Choice award) for Juan Gabriel, Kumbia Kings and El Gran Silencio. With a deeply observant eye for human nature Willis brings his unique vision to both his filmmaking and fine art photography. Unwavering integrity and good nature has earned him a reputation as a visionary with heart.

NADIA SALAMANCA - Festival Producer

Producer/actress Nadia Salamanca has appeared in many leading and supporting roles in independent films, television and stage. She developed her taste for production while working as an assistant to an established casting director. Swiftly, she graduated to casting and producing her own projects for still productions, music videos, and film. Throughout her life Nadia has felt the calling to empower and inspire, which has become the foundation of everything she does.

DREW HERIOT - Festival Director

Australian born director, Drew Heriot, made his feature film debut with THE SECRET (2006) which has become a global phenomenon, and has been hailed by critics as one of the most important films ever made. Heriot made a name for himself at a young age with his award winning animated, and live-action short films. In his early twenties he directed prime time programs for all of the major networks down under. His unique visions are the result of his passion for creating stories that take audiences to the edge of human experience.