David Haneke

"David Haneke is President of Opening Moments Media, LLC. Haneke has been on the board with MCA-I for three years as VP, Communications Director and liaison to other production organzations, as well as working on the membership and revenue generation committees. Haneke executive produces motivational and training media for companies and organizations, utilizing a talented team of creative directors, writers, producers, videographers, editors and sound designers. Most of the freelancers are hired through relationships in MCA-I. Haneke loves traveling and producing stories that touch the heart and change pre-conceived perceptions, productions which have an appeal to action for communities, organizations worldwide. Opening Moments is the winner of a World Medal from the New York Film and Video Awards Festival, as well as various awards through MCA-I. Haneke is interested in building the organization of MCA-I professionals who can benefit from knowing their peers and growing in their professional development."

Joe Reynolds

"Joe Reynolds is President of Skyline Productions and oversees all projects. He has experience in all aspects of television/video production and has worked in the industry since 1991, and has worked on a wide range of projects. In addition to his skills as a videographer, and non-linear editor, Joe's most sought after experience and expertise is in audio production, which includes large multi-channel boards for live concerts, and field audio for video productions. Joe has provided production support all over the United States and Worldwide including Turkey, Greece, Rome, Syria, Israel, Egypt, Poland, and Jordan to list a few."

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Alan Thursby

"Alan Thursby has been in the broadcast business arena since 1985 and brings many talents to the MCA-I organization. As owner/ operator of Video-Tech Productions and later as president of Video-Tech Media, Services, Inc., Alan Thursby has earned the reputation as a consummate video professional over the years.He has won national Telly awards and regional Emmy awards for documentaries aired locally and in national markets. Produced television series for local audiences and was instrumental in televising local Easter Seals Telethons. and has been honored by the President of the Marshall Islands at the opening of their Embassy in Washington, D.C. In recognition of a documentary produced for that country. Alan Thursby has played an important role in higher education in Decatur, Illinois as a media arts advisor to both Richland Community College and Millikin University. Alan Thursby also developed and taught Video Production courses at Millikin University in Decatur,Illinois."

Heidi Symkowski

"Because of joining MCAI ten years ago when I was new to Phoenix, I've developed professional contacts, created a network of trusted vendors and contractors, and even landed a new job. MCAI has contributed to my life, so when asked to give back to MCAI, I simply couldn't say no.

With a degree in Communications from Boston University and a few years experience producing and writing for a local cable TV station in New England, I left the snow for Phoenix sunshine. In 1996 I joined Choice Hotels to produce video and multimedia training and was introduced to MCAI. After five years, I moved on to my current position as producer, scriptwriter, and now e-learning instructional designer with Resolutions, a multimedia and e-learning provider.

I look forward to adding my voice to the MCAI Board as Membership Director, realizing that any organization is only as valuable as what its members contribute."