November 11th – Women in Film & Television Atlanta (WIFTA) hosted their 2017 Annual Gala on Nov. 11, 2017 at Havana Club in Buckhead.
The “Monte Carlo Casino” themed night included an awards ceremony honoring top women in film and television for their contributions to building a strong, diverse film industry in the state of Georgia. Honorees included Tony Award-winning actress Anika Noni Rose, who took home the Creative Excellence Award; Donna Sloan, president of physical production at Lionsgate, who received Outstanding Contribution; Lynne Riley, Georgia Department of Revenue’s state revenue commissioner, honored with the Georgian Award; UPM/Producer, Katie Willard Troebs, who received the Watch Award.
The annual event honors entertainment professionals whose talent and services have made a significant impact on the industry and celebrate the women in film and television of Atlanta.