LEADERSHIP
ArtAffects leadership hails from a three-generation motion picture industry family. Founders Daniel and Margo Lange are Marketing MBAs with vast experience in domestic theatrical distribution of both major studio and art specialty films.
margo lange
CEO
Margo Lange, in forming ArtAffects with husband Daniel, has consulted on numerous theatrical releases. Partnering with producers and marketing agencies, responsibilities span all aspects of theatrical distribution. Margo consults with independent producers in the US and abroad, evaluating projects for commercial viability, and represents selected titles for production funding. Leading ArtAffects, Margo oversees all company operations.
Daniel lange
President, General Sales Manager
Daniel Lange has an expansive film career, starting as a film programmer for General Cinema (AMC) followed by a decade at Disney Studios’ Buena Vista Pictures Distribution. After founding ArtAffects in 2003 and being hired by NewMarket Films to release the cultural phenomenon “The Passion of the Christ,” Daniel subsequently helped to build and lead high-profile indie studios: Picturehouse, Apparition, Film District, and Pure Flix. Over his tenure, Daniel has released hundreds of movies that have garnered nearly $11 Billion at the U.S. box office.
Kathryn Petty
Executive Vice President, Film Production & Strategic Alliances
Kathryn Petty’s experience in strategic business alliances, coupled with her extensive network of myriad industry leaders and influencers, is the driving force behind selective film funding for ArtAffects releases. Kathryn combines tactical acumen and creative insight to secure corporate sponsorships in the US and abroad. Kathryn's education includes a Master of Arts in Corporate Communication from DePaul University in Chicago.
Brandon lange
Vice President, Sales & Acquisitions
Brandon Lange started his career in Film Distribution at Pure Flix in 2017. Since then, he has consulted on over 25 US theatrical releases as well as several film acquisitions. Brandon attends international and domestic film festivals seeking potential acquisitions and developing relationships with filmmakers for movie projects suitable for ArtAffects’ release slate. Brandon graduated with a Master of Business Administration degree in Finance from Roosevelt University in Chicago, IL.
Sales Team
Our select team of socially savvy professionals possesses a wide range of talent in sales and distribution, market analysis, operations, exhibitor relations, and media.
