Birds Nest Foundation’s Team
Avis Richards
Founder and CEO
Avis has been nominated for three New York Emmy Awards and has won numerous Stevie, W3, Telly, Davey, Pixie and Aurora Awards for producing non-profit films and videos. The charities that benefit from Avis’ work include a host of worthy causes dedicated to improving healthcare and education, serving inner-city youth, protecting against domestic violence, promoting human rights, and defending the environment. Avis also launched "The Ground Up Campaign," a national effort that has provided indoor edible academic gardens and curriculum to over 300 classrooms nationwide since 2011.
Israel Bonequi
Director
Israel Bonequi is a creative director with over 20 years of experience in visual communications and video production. He has produced, directed and collaborated in countless projects.
Bonequi is a member of IDA (International Documentary Association) and currently serves as a judge for the Emmy awards, New York Chapter and The American Business Awards.
His work has earned many Davey, W3, Stevie, Aurora, Weby and Telly awards as well as 3 Emmy award nominations.
Stephen Haines
Photographer
Steve Haines is a veteran photojournalist. Steve worked as a staff photographer and photo editor for The Boston Globe and Detroit News. He shoots both documentary still and video products for Birds Nest. Steve’s notable accomplishments include first prize in the World Hunger Award and two nominations for the Pulitzer Prize. He has been on assignment with Bird’s Nest in Africa and presently covers the Northeast for us.
Roberto Arevalo
Head of Production
Rob is one of the lead creatives at Birds Nest Foundation, having directed over 70 projects for the company. He oversees all projects at Birds Nest, engages directly with our clients, and provides valuable input and direction for our production teams. He comes from an academic film-theory background and has a diverse palette when it comes to creating content.
Carlos Rivadeneyra
Producer and Video Editor
Carlos is a producer at Birds Nest Foundation. He over sees the post-production process and works directly with our clients to help them bring their vision to reality.
Carlos comes from an academic filmmaking background and has 6 years experience in the filmmaking industry, working on both non-profit and for-profit productions.