Founders circle
A critical
community
champion in
creating the long-
term legacy of
Sun Valley Film.
Members of the Founders Circle share their gifts in service to our mission by
providing our organization with their professional expertise; their diverse knowledge
of constituent perspectives; their connections to local, national, or international resources,
colleagues, or peers; and their generous philanthropic support. They allow us to think big,
because they believe, like we do, that the arts enhance the world around us.
2023
MEMBERS
ali long
Ali Long is a mother, conservationist, community activist, impact investor, and highly engaged philanthropist. Social mindedness, environmental awareness, and a systems approach underpin each endeavor.
bernie dupre
John (Bernie) Dupre, Jr. currently lives in Lafayette, Louisiana. The family also owns homes in Hailey, Idaho and Captiva Island, Florida.
TIM MOTT
Tim is a serial entrepreneur, has been an independent private investor since 1994, and is also the managing partner of Blue Farm Wines. His vision, energy and stewardship led to the recent founding of the Argyros Performing Arts center in Ketchum/Sun Valley, Idaho, where he currently serves as Board Treasurer.
David perdue
David lives with his wife, Elizabeth, on a small farm in Somerset, Virginia. He is the father of three children ages 20,22 and 24, three horses and three dogs. The family also owns a house in Ketchum, Idaho.
jeff steen
krista simor
Krista Simor is a philanthropist, traveler and lifelong learner. She opts to take the scenic route while navigating life’s journey. Krista calls Ketchum, Idaho home.
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Previous
Honorees
Best Narrative Film
winner
Linoleum, Directed by Colin West
Best documentary feature Film
winner
Mama Bears, Directed by Daresha Kyi
Audience Award
winner
We Feed People, Directed by Ron Howard
The gem state award
The best short film made in Idaho. The films in the Idaho Shorts program are eligible for this award.
winner
Meridian, Directed by Aidan Brezonick
one in a million - narrative award
winner
Karmalink, Directed by Jake Wachtel
one in a million - documentary award
winner
Sirens, Directed by Rita Baghdadi
The svshorty award
The best short film across all categories. All shorts are eligible for this award.
winner
Meridian, Directed by Rodrigo Ojeda-Beck & Robert Machoian
hot shot award
The Future Filmmakers Forum (FFF) showcases student-made films and encourages students in their craft, storytelling, and self-expression. The Future Filmmakers Forum is made possible by the Nordstrom Brothers and an annual generous gift from the Steen Family Foundation.
winner
The First 280 Words of My Life, Directed by Ella JAnes
