FEBRUARY 2025 THE INSIDE SCOOP
SAN DIEGO FILM FESTIVAL

CONGRATULATIONS, TONYA MANTOOTH!

Named to ‘The 2024 San Diego 500 Most Influential People’
by the San Diego Business Journal. Click to Read
The team at the San Diego International Film Festival is thrilled to celebrate our very own CEO/Artistic Director, Tonya Mantooth, on her well-deserved recognition as one of San Diego Business Journal’s 2024 San Diego 500 Most Influential People!
Tonya’s vision and unwavering commitment to the transformative Power of Film are the driving forces behind everything we do at the San Diego International Film Festival. Through her leadership, the festival has become a dynamic platform where filmmakers from around the world share stories that challenge perspectives, shine a light on critical social issues, and ignite meaningful change. Her ability to harness the cinematic arts to bridge cultural divides and foster understanding is truly extraordinary.
Tonya, your passion for celebrating the art of filmmaking, your dedication to uniting people, and your tireless work to elevate voices that matter inspire us all. We’re incredibly proud of your achievements and deeply grateful for the passion and vision you bring to everything you do.
