Group behind Annies names Frank Gladstone new prez

The International Animated Film Society, ASIFA-Hollywood, has announced the selection of its new president, Frank Gladstone, at its February board meeting.

Gladstone replaces Antran Manoogian, who held the position for over 20 years.

ASIFA-Hollywood is a California non-profit organization established over 35 years ago to promote and encourage the art and craft of animation. It is the group behind the Annie Awards.

Longtime ASIFA Hollywood vice-president Tom Sito, president emeritus of The Animation Guild (Local 839 of IATSE), chose not to run for re-election; taking his place is Jerry Beck.

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