INSIDE THE AZ LEGISLATURE Sine Die-ing to Campaign Once the Arizona Legislature adjourns sine die (to adjourn with no date to return), lawmakers usually spend the summer filled with stakeholder meetings, district events, and preparation for the following legislative session. In an election year, however, campaign season begins almost immediately. Arizona’s primary election was July 21, followed by the general election on November 3. That can be especially challenging for lawm

ARIZONA PRODUCTION UPDATE The Arizona Film Coalition is thrilled to welcome Monica Lopez to our Board of Directors. She also serves as Secretary. For years Monica has been supporting the AFC as the manager of our social media. Monica brings extraordinary experience and skills to the Board. As many of you know, Monica is Senior Production Manager at Film Tucson, the Southern Arizona film commissioner. She supports film and media productions across Southern Arizona and along th

Congratulations & Thank You Peter Catalanotte After serving for nearly 30 years at Film Tucson, Peter Catalanotte has retired. Peter has also stepped down as Board Member and Secretary of the Arizona Film Coalition. His strong leadership and vision will be missed. Peter has been an amazingly effective leader for Film Tucson and the entire film community here in Arizona. He brought a young person’s energy and the wisdom of his extensive experience to the task and art of promot