The European Digital Cinema Forum (EDCF), one of the leading associations for professionals and technologists in the cinema industry across Europe, is pleased to announce the election of its new board of directors. The new board reflects a continued focus on innovation, expertise, and leadership within the digital cinema community.
Cathy Huis in ‘t Veld-Esser Re-elected as President
Cathy Huis in ‘t Veld-Esser, Chief Technology Officer at Gofilex, has been re-elected as President of the EDCF for a second consecutive term. Cathy, a prominent figure in the cinema technology industry, has been instrumental in pioneering advanced solutions for digital content distribution and live event streaming. Since joining Gofilex in 2005, she has led the development of a global digital content delivery network (ODD) and optimized this network for high-quality, error-free live streaming in cinemas around the world.
In addition to her role as President of EDCF, Cathy serves as a board member of multiple industry bodies, including ICTA, and was a mentor for UNIC’s Women in Cinema programme.
Patrick von Sychowski Elected as Vice President
Patrick von Sychowski, an industry veteran with 25 years of experience, has been elected Vice President of the EDCF, succeeding Julian Pinn. Patrick has an extensive background in cinema business development and analysis, having worked with major companies such as Unique Digital, Deluxe, and CinemaNext. He was also a co-founder and editor of Celluloid Junkie, a prominent publication covering the global cinema industry. His deep knowledge of the sector and commitment to its growth will be invaluable to EDCF in his new role.
Tammo Buhren Continues as Treasurer
Tammo Buhren, CEO of zweiB GmbH and Vandors GmbH, will continue to serve as the EDCF’s Treasurer. A seasoned event engineer and entrepreneur, Tammo has been a key figure in cinema technology since founding zweiB GmbH in 2003. His companies support a wide array of cinema-related projects, from film premieres to tradeshow installations, and provide integrative cinema solutions through Vandors GmbH, a company acquired in 2023.
A Future-Focused Board Committed to Innovation
As the EDCF moves forward under this new leadership, the organization reaffirms its commitment to fostering innovation, addressing industry challenges, and shaping the future of digital cinema in Europe and beyond.
“We are excited to continue our work in driving digital cinema forward with a leadership team that brings unparalleled expertise and passion for the industry,” said Cathy Huis in ‘t Veld-Esser. “Together, we will keep advancing technology, quality, and collaboration in the European cinema ecosystem.”
The EDCF continues to serve as a hub for professionals and companies within the digital cinema industry, providing an essential platform for collaboration, technological advancements, and networking across Europe.
About the EDCF
The European Digital Cinema Forum (EDCF) is a not-for-profit volunteer organisation funded by its suscribing members. It acts as a “Forum” to discuss key issues surrounding Digital Cinema in Europe. The purpose of EDCF is to provide a basis of common understanding across all European territories of the business and technical matters of digital cinema. We were established in 2000, before the widespread rollout of digital cinema technology, in order to accompany the rollout and minimise any impact on European cinema, as well as putting forward a European point of view of cinema technology within global standards organisations. Our work has now widened to include all technologies in cinema. Membership is open to any organisation or individual with a genuine interest in furthering the knowledge and understanding of Digital Cinema.