ARRI Rental North America has announced the addition of two key executives to their team. Lisa Harp will take on the role of Vice President of Business Development for ARRI Rental North America, while Andrea Leonard will join as Director of Business Development for the New York branch.

Lisa Harp, based in Los Angeles, brings more than thirty years of experience in the film and television industry to her new position. She has previously held leadership positions at prominent cinema rental companies, including Panavision and PRG. Her expertise in building strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth makes her a valuable addition to ARRI Rental’s global business.

Andrea Leonard, who will be based in New York, brings a wealth of industry knowledge and a dynamic approach to her new role. With experience in leading business development initiatives at well-known companies like Monster Remotes and Panavision, she also played a dual leadership role at Monster Remotes and Flying Monster, where she was responsible for building the cinema drone division from start-up to a prominent leader in the field. As Director of Business Development, her focus will be on fostering relationships with clients, partners, and industry influencers, while also identifying new opportunities and growth strategies to enhance ARRI Rental’s position in the competitive New York market.

Andy Shipsides, President of ARRI Rental, expressed enthusiasm about the new appointments and their potential to strengthen the company’s presence in the entertainment industry. He highlighted their extensive experience and successful track records in business development, emphasizing their value to the leadership team.