Dave Feiferis

Dave Feiferis has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Dave began their career at UPS, where they worked in various roles such as Operations Supervisor and Control Room Specialist. During their time at UPS, they gained valuable skills in people management, strategic planning, and human resources.

Following their stint at UPS, Dave joined Columbia College Chicago as an Operations Manager and Coordinator of Board & Event Operations. In this role, they were responsible for administrative and budget operations, as well as providing coordination support to the President and board of trustees. Dave successfully organized and coordinated numerous annual presidential events.

Currently, Dave is serving as the Director of Operations at the California Film Institute. In this position, they manage daily operations and oversees the recruitment and mentoring of seasonal operational department heads. Dave has successfully created and managed Festival operations budgets of approximately $1M.

Overall, Dave Feiferis has a strong background in operations management, budgeting, coordination, and strategic planning.

Dave Feiferis attended the College of DuPage from 2000 to 2004, where they pursued Baccalaureate Study. Dave later enrolled at Columbia College Chicago, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film + Video with a concentration in producing. Additionally, Dave Feiferis took Continuing Education Courses in Writing and Speaking for Business and the Professions at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.