Board of Directors
Anna Wrobel is the past the Chair of Ekran Polish Film Association. Born, raised, and educated in Poland. Translator, Historian, Lecturer and Cultural Expert on Poland, driven by the study of what defines and brings together people, cultures, and nations.
John Gladki is a City planner with a long career at the City of Toronto as Director Policy and Program Planning, following which he has spent many years building a private consulting practice focussing on city and regional planning and development approvals in Canada and abroad. He is a passionate about film and cherishes the opportunity to promote quality Polish films throughout the Toronto region.
Marta is a passionate and accomplished professional, born on April 13, 1985, in Warsaw, Poland. Holding a Master’s Degree from the National Film School in Lodz, Marta honed her creative talents alongside revered directors such as Kieslowski, Wajda, and Polanski. Initially making her mark as a talented actress in Polish television series, Marta’s drive and energy have propelled her to create one of Canada’s most esteemed film events – EKRAN, the Toronto Polish Film Festival. With a deep love for Polish Cinematography, Marta’s dedication shines through in this vibrant celebration of film on the world stage. In addition to her artistic endeavors, Marta finds fulfillment in contributing to various charitable organizations and serving on boards, such as the Polish Orphans Charity, Toronto Film Festivals Association, and the Ekran Polish Film Association. It is her relentless commitment to these initiatives that amplifies her impact beyond the film industry.
Maria is an avid moviegoer and a dedicated fan of EKRAN since its inception. She was born and raised in Poland, where she graduated from A. Mickiewicz University with a Master’s degree in Swedish Philology. After moving to Canada, she pursued financial accounting and computer studies that led to her successful career in the Canadian government. She finds her daily inspiration in the world of arts and nature.
Barbara is the oldest child of Polish refugees who came to Canada after World War II. She is currently a Consultant with Maplewood Consulting and Management Advisory Services bringing over 25 years experience in senior executive and Board roles with non-profit community health and social services. Most recently, for over 10 years, she was Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Accreditation supporting quality improvement in governance, management and service delivery at such organizations. She is blessed with three daughters and four grandchildren.
Rafal Sokolowski is an acclaimed film and theater director. His films have been screened worldwide, receiving numerous awards. He is the Graduate Program Director of the MFA in Motion Pictures at the University of Miami, where he teaches directing at the Department of Cinematic Arts. His recent film, “22 Chaser,” premiered in Toronto, winning the Best Feature Screenplay Award and earning recognition as one of the top films of the year. The film was distributed theatrically across the US and Canada by Gravitas Ventures and is currently available on various streaming platforms, including Amazon Prime, Paramount+, and Apple TV.
