The diverse group behind HFF is united by their dedication to creative and cultural growth in the Caribbean and beyond. Aiko, an award-winning filmmaker from St. Vincent & the Grenadines, founded the Hairouna Film Festival and works with leading production houses, while Beth draws on her background at Ealing Film Studios to transform spaces for global entertainment brands. Indira, an actor-writer-producer also from St. Vincent, co-founded Look At Us Productions to champion women and people of color in film. Olivia, a visual artist, focuses on environmental awareness, and Sharleen, now based in Taiwan, merges traditional and digital techniques in her illustration and design. Jamaican film critic Shane highlights independent, non-English films through his reviews and as HFF’s Programming Director. Finally, 17-year-old Xania nurtures her creative side through poetry, art, and social media management, aspiring to become an architectural engineer.