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"The time is now for our state to emerge as a leader and social innovator in the industry," says Maryland Gov.
Wes Moore in announcing the appointment of filmmaker Meryam Bouadjemi as chair of the state's Entertainment Council.
"She brings thought leadership, artistic track record, industry credibility, and deep local ties, which will prove essential in guiding the Maryland Entertainment Council's necessary and urgent work."
Bouadjemi, an Academy Award-shortlisted filmmaker and social entrepreneur, "brings thought leadership, artistic track record, industry credibility, and deep local ties, which will prove essential in guiding the Maryland Entertainment Council's necessary and urgent work," Moore says in a press release.
The council will advise the state's Department of Commerce on expanding the state's film, television, and entertainment sectors, the Baltimore Sun reports.
"For Maryland to win the decade, we must compete in industries where we can create unique and enduring value," Moore says.
"The time is now for our state to emerge as a leader and social innovator in the industry, and Meryam is the right person to lead the charge."
Bouadjemi, a first-generation graduate of the University of Maryland Robert H.
Smith School of Business, also serves on the Read the Entire Article
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