Rich Mento and Russell Boast were appointed as co-chairs of the American Foundry Association. Mento, who was previously the vice chairman of the association, will serve with Boast, who has served as the chairman of the CSA, responsible for inclusion and diversity and the training and education committees.
Mento’s acting film count includes all five films in the “Step Up” series, as well as films such as Cedar Rapids, No Strings, Dear John, Chloe, Safe Haven, Take Me Home Tonight and Youth in Revolt. Boast’s film works include “Tribe”, “Heaven Club”, “Torture”, “Guest Room”, “From Head to Top”, “Home Run Showdown” and “White Irish Drinker”, as well as numerous TV shows.
Six other members of the CSA have expanded their roles in the organization, including: Ally Bader – Sunny Boling, Vice President of Events – Zora DeHorter, Vice President of Membership and Governance – Richard Hicks, Vice President of Communications – Caitlin Jones, Vice President of Finance and Secretary of Treasury – Caroline Liem, Vice President of Communications-Vice President of Communications
Boast said: “This new structure is a response to the continued growth of the CSA and the increase in the number of members, allowing us to focus more on programming, visibility, training, and continued commitment to achieving equality on the road to expansion opportunities.” With this powerful With a passionate team, the CSA Board of Directors can serve our current members and future casting professionals. “