Kate Markham is the Managing Director of Art House Convergence, a non-profit organization serving the art house cinema community by connecting, amplifying, and advocating for independent theaters, ensuring film remains a powerful catalyst for storytelling, inclusion, and connection. A seasoned arts leader, she has championed theatre and cinema as Development Director at Riverside Theatre and Director of Operations at FilmScene. With an academic background in art history and added studies in accounting, museum practice, and entrepreneurial management, Kate blends creative passion with sharp administrative expertise to keep the cinema community thriving.