Meet Lili Rodriguez, an emerging leader helping to make one of our biggest events a rousing success
In this month’s Profiles, we introduce you to one of the driving forces behind the Palm Springs International Film Festival who was recently recognized at the State of the City event.
Palm Springs Profiles is our ongoing series designed to help you get to know the people who live, work, and play in our city, helping to make it “like no place else.”
Today we’re pleased to introduce you to one of the driving forces behind the Palm Springs International Film Festival who is also setting the stage for future leaders (she was recently honored with the Emerging Leader Award from the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce). Below she fills us in on her favorite places to go and things to do, what keeps her here, and more.
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Name: Lili Rodriguez
Age: 37
Time spent in the desert: Born and raised here.
Personal details: Lily lives with her partner, a 1-year-old, and her dog.
Work details: Artistic Director, Palm Springs International Film Society.
What’s your story? I’m homegrown! Born in Indio and raised in Coachella. Work brought me to work in Palm Springs, specifically.
What keeps you here? I have deep roots in the desert, and my family and work are both here.
Favorite time of year: I actually love summers here. In addition to having a very high tolerance for heat, I love how everything slows down … even if just a tad.
Beat the heat tips: Go to movie theaters or play water games with my baby.
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Favorite local event: I’m partial to our film festivals: The Palm Springs International Film Festival in January and ShortFest in June. I also love Modernism Week and Restaurant Week.
Food recommendations: El Salvador Cafe on Sunrise, Rooster And the Pig on Indian Canyon, and Native Foods on Palm Canyon are always solid.
People meeting tips: People are so friendly here. For film lovers, I’d recommend joining a group like the Palm Springs International Film Society.
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