TORONTO – Kate Hanley, president of Women in Film and Television – Toronto, has decided to step down, the organization announced today. She will be leaving the organization effective April 21, 2006.
Hanley has decided that she wants to spend more time with her recently adopted baby daughter, says the press release.
"The organization extends to Kate its gratitude for her hard work and commitment, and especially for her high level of strategic thinking, including the completion of the groundbreaking Framework Study on the employment of women in the Canadian, film, television and new media industry, for expanding WIFT-T’s excellent training programs, and for leading the successful transition of the Crystal Awards to its new format," adds the release.
“We wish Kate the very best in her new endeavours and in the delicate balancing act of motherhood and career,” said Wendy MacKeigan, WIFT-T board chair. “We know she remains passionate about and committed to WIFT-T’s continued success.”
Sue Sheridan will continue as the acting managing director of WIFT-T until Hanley’s replacement is appointed.
