Following the 2024 AGM, AMPIA is proud to announce the 2025–2026 Board of Directors, including the election of Dylan Pearce as Board Chair. We extend our sincere thanks to outgoing Co-Chairs Janet Morhart and Brent Kawchuk for their dedicated service.

Dylan will work closely with Executive Director Tori Romano and Operations & Communications Coordinator Desiree Burkett to guide AMPIA through its next chapter.

“I ran for Board Chair to ensure Alberta producers at every level have a strong, unified voice,” said Pearce. “From emerging storytellers to established creators, my focus is on building long-term value, strengthening our industry, and making sure AMPIA is a place where all Alberta producers can grow and thrive. I’m excited to work with our board and staff to make that happen.”

2025–2026 Executive Committee:

• Chair: Dylan Pearce, Northern Gateway Films

• Vice-Chair North: Chris Duncan, Production World

• Vice-Chair South: Barry Morrissette, Radiance Digital

• Treasurer: Janet Morhart, Prairie Dog Film + Television

• Secretary: Cohen Mill, Bishop & McKenzie

• Member-at-Large: Dave Schultz, Interstate 80 Entertainment Inc.

• Member-at-Large: Justine Gamez Huckabay, Intercommunicate

2025–2026 Board of Directors:

• Adam Scorgie, Score G Production Film Inc.

• Carmen Bachez, Prairie Dog Film + Television

• Celeste Wylie, Roll Fire Productions Inc.

• Griffin Cork, Numera Films

• Kaitlan Stewart, Fenix Film & Television

• Lolly de Jonge, IndigeKin Productions

• Michael Feehan, Dept. 9 Studios

• Michael Peterson, Peterson Polaris Corp.

AMPIA remains committed to expanding professional development opportunities, fostering meaningful industry connections, strengthening partnerships, and supporting the continued growth of Alberta’s screen-based sector.