When the 2012 Tampa International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival hits the screen (presumably in October), it will be under the guidance of a new executive director. In the post will be Larry Biddle, who has until recently been the director of development for the festival. Those around Creative Loafing know Biddle well, as he's the 20-year partner of CL editor David Warner. So don't expect me to give you an unbiased take on his hiring. I've known Larry for over 7 years now, and think he's an excellent choice, one sure to keep TIGLFF fresh and exciting for years to come.
The festival also added two new board members, Marisa Gonzalez and and Omar Montes. "I am very excited to announce these additions to our team," said TIGLFF president Ken Hodges. "These two exceptional new board members represent a broad segment of our community and will bring diversity, energy and new ideas to our organization."
Read the full TIGLFF press release with more on Biddle, Gonzalez and Montes, after the break …
This article appears in Jan 12-18, 2012.