New executive director selected to lead Rehoboth film society
The Rehoboth Beach Film Society recently announced David Bever as its new executive director.
Bever will play a pivotal role in driving the society’s strategic initiatives and fostering its growth. With a proven track record of success in nonprofit leadership, Bever brings a wealth of experience and expertise. His extensive background in nonprofit management positions him as an invaluable asset to the organization.
Bever has a strong reputation for innovative thinking, exceptional leadership and partnership development. He has a broad and deep understanding of both nonprofit management and the ever-changing landscape of film societies and the festivals that surround and support them. His educational background includes a master of social work degree from Temple University and a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
RBFS President Barbara Byrd Keenan said, “We are thrilled to have recruited such an amazing leader. Dave’s visionary approach and strategic mindset will serve the film society well. His amazingly focused and mission-driven work with social justice causes aligns him perfectly with our vision to collaborate effectively with all segments of our community and to weave a tapestry of inclusion where all are seen, valued and, yes, entertained!”
In his new role, Bever will be responsible for strategic planning, fund development and meaningful partnerships. He also has a proven track record of operational excellence and will be instrumental in guiding RBFS’s continued success and expansion.
Bever said, "As a young man sitting in a dark movie theater, I was gobsmacked by the creative imagination on celluloid. It’s the ultimate communal experience; we’re all one and the same when we sit in a movie theater, the light of art reflecting back on us. I could never have imagined that my lifelong passion would lead four decades later to running an actual film society. That passion is now dovetailed into a career-long focus on our nonprofit mission. I am confident that together with the volunteers and staff, we will achieve remarkable milestones and create new opportunities in our truly diverse community.”
The Rehoboth Beach Film Society’s mission is to celebrate the power of visual storytelling, showcasing independent films and creating transformative experiences for people of all ages and diverse backgrounds in the mid-Atlantic region. Learn more at rehobothfilm.com.
