Brenda Robinson Named Acting President At Film Independent; Eric D’Arbeloff Transitions To Acting Board Chair

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Film Independent has named Brenda Robinson its Acting President, with Eric d’Arbeloff stepping up from Board Vice Chair to Robinson’s previous role of Acting Board Chair.

These temporary shifts in leadership at the nonprofit come following the December 31 passing of longtime Film Independent president Josh Welsh.

They were voted on during a Wednesday board meeting and are effective immediately. As Acting Board Chair, D’Arbeloff will head the search for a permanent president.

He and Robinson intend to return to their prior roles on the board once a replacement is found. Stated Robinson, “We are confident about the future of Film Independent because of the extraordinary legacy we now have the privilege of carrying forward.” Formerly an entertainment attorney, Robinson first got involved with Film Independent 12 years ago and elevated to board chair in 2022, after becoming vice chair in 2021 and joining the board in 2020.