We are excited to announce the launch of Cinema United’s new Online Directory, a comprehensive and easy-to-use tool designed to enhance collaboration and connectivity within our community. With this directory, you will now be able to search for fellow members—both individuals and organizations—based on various search fields such as:
- Address
- Number of Screens
- Number of Locations
This resource will allow you to quickly locate and connect with industry peers, fostering greater opportunities for networking, partnerships, and shared growth. It can only be accessed by current Cinema United members who are logged in.
Important: To allow others to find you in the directory, you must opt-in. Participation is entirely voluntary, but we encourage everyone to opt-in (and tell your colleagues to opt-in) to maximize the benefits of this powerful tool for all members. Without opting in, your details will not be visible in any search results.
Instructions for use of the online directory system are included at the link below. This set of instructions also includes a step-by-step guide on how to opt-in to the member directory, in case you missed that earlier this year. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to Erin at evh@natoca.com.
You are invited to apply to open committee seats within Cinema United on our Conventions Committee, Investment Committee, and Membership Committee. Serving on a Cinema United committee is a fantastic way to get more involved in our association. Through committee participation, you have the opportunity to shape the future of our association and make a meaningful impact.
Application Period: August 26 – September 9
Applications will be reviewed the week of September 9, and applicants will be notified of decisions by September 13. Please read below for more information on openings.
Conventions Committee
Provides direction and oversight of the budgeting and program planning for the annual CinemaCon convention.
Number of Open Seats: 1 open seat
Time Commitments: The Conventions Committee meets in-person once per year, at Cinema United’s annual governance meetings. This committee is scheduled to meet next during the Summit, on Monday, Sept. 23, from 11:00 – 12:00 pm at The Beverly Hilton. Other calls and virtual meetings are held throughout the year. Committee members should expect to commit at least 10 hours per year to the work of this committee.
Requirements: All Conventions Committee members must have attended at least two CinemaCon conventions.
Investment Committee
Meets quarterly to review Cinema United’s reserve portfolio and to provide guidance to Cinema United’s investment advisors. Periodically reviews and submits recommendations to the Executive Board regarding Cinema United’s investment policy, asset allocation, and investment strategies.
Number of Open Seats: 1 open seat
Time Commitments: The Investment Committee meets quarterly via Zoom when the portfolio summary and allocation reports for the prior quarter are available. Detailed supporting materials are sent to Committee members in advance of each quarterly meeting. Reviewing the materials takes an hour or two and each quarterly meeting runs 90 minutes, for a total time commitment of a half day or so each quarter. Occasionally, the committee takes up a special project (like revising the Investment Policy), which might require a modest amount of additional time.
Requirements: Investment expertise required, including knowledge of investment strategy, investment instruments, portfolio construction, risk tolerance, manager selection and criteria for success.
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee develops and recommends to the Executive Board specific criteria and qualifications for the various classes of membership and undertakes recruitment and retention efforts.
Number of Open Seats: 2 open seats
Time Commitments: Cinema United’s membership committee meets at least twice per year, once via Zoom in advance of CinemaCon, and once in-person at the Annual Board Meetings and Summit. This committee is scheduled to meet next during the Summit, on Monday, Sept. 23, from 9:00 – 10:00 am at The Beverly Hilton.
Requirements: Members of the Membership Committee must be Advisory Board members in good standing.
We encourage all interested members to apply and bring your expertise, enthusiasm, and vision to these important roles. Your participation is crucial in driving Cinema United’s mission forward and advancing our collective goals. If you have any questions about the process, you are welcome to contact Erin Von Hoetzendorff at evh@natoca.com.
