BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Charles "Bo" Bowen
Charles “Bo” Bowen is an entertainment and corporate attorney based in Savannah, Georgia. Bo moved to Savannah upon graduating from Georgetown University Law Center in 1995 and established what quickly became one of the most respected corporate and entertainment law practices in the state. Dissatisfied with the inefficiencies and lack of personal connection that often plague large law firms, Bo set out to completely change the way law is practiced. The result was a firm where intellect trumps size and every client’s needs are immediately met by skilled attorneys. Whether meeting with Hollywood producers or helping young local entrepreneurs get a new business off the ground, Bo makes it his personal mission help each one of his clients achieve and exceed their goals. Bo’s growing list of entertainment clients include projects produced for Disney, Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple, the Hallmark Channel, and dozens of theatrical releases. Bo founded the Savannah Film Alliance in 2015 to foster growth and collaboration within the local entertainment industry.
Beth Nelson
Beth Nelson, AFCI Certified Film Commissioner, currently serves as the Savannah Field Steward for IATSE 491. She was the founding Executive Director of the Savannah Regional Film Commission and held that position from 2016 – 2022. During her tenure Savannah saw huge growth in the entertainment industry, resulting in economic benefit to the region as well as an increase in jobs in film and television production. Prior to assuming the role of Savannah Film Commissioner, Beth worked as a location manager for film, television, and commercial production. Beth is a founding member of the Savannah Film Alliance. She is also one of the founders of Savannah Women in Film and Television, serving as president of the organization for many years, and is currently a member of the executive board.
Chad Darnell
A native of Atlanta, Darnell has cast talent on over a hundred and fifty television series and feature films. Credits include: Spider-Man, Alias, Selma, Magic Mike XXL, and Lizzie. Recent credits include The Other Zoey, Double Down South, One Fast Move and the upcoming Rebel Wilson comedy, Bride Hard. Darnell started Base Camp Savannah in 2014 to help train and develop actors in the Savannah area. In the past decade, Darnell has taught over a thousand students all over the Southeast. His latest film, Murder Queens is currently playing the film festival circuit and his feature film Joey Stefano is in development to begin production in 2025. Recent acting credits include The Righteous Gemstones, Will Trent, English Teacher and Love! Valour! Compassion! at the Island City Stage. Darnell's novel Buying the Farm is currently in development as a television series. The sequel, Frances Hunt's Body Shop and Pull-A-Part will be released in November 2024. His memoir about his years in film production, You Should Have Been Nicer to Me, is due in 2025.
Anthony Paderewski
Anthony Paderewski is a talented force in the Southeast's film and television industry. With over 27 years of experience spanning location scouting, professional photography, acting coaching, and producing, Anthony brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to every project. For the past 16 years, he has served as the Savannah producer of The 48 Hour Film Project, the world's largest timed film festival, providing independent filmmakers with a platform to showcase their creativity and passion. Anthony's dedication to fostering a thriving film community in Savannah has led him to collaborate with top production studios worldwide, further solidifying the city's reputation as a premier filming destination. Anthony's love for the industry and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable asset to any production. Let him help you discover the magic that makes Savannah the character your story needs.