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AWARDS AND HONORS

Much of Randy’s career has been spent as a writer. In 2003 he was commissioned by the Los Angeles Music Center to write the history of record to document the construction of Walt Disney Concert Hall. The book, Walt Disney Concert Hall, The Historic Story of a Triumphant Partnership was distributed at the concert hall’s grand opening. Randy also wrote a children’s book, A Journey Through the Music Center, first published in 2004 and is in its 19th print. Randy headed the writing teams wrote the lessons plans to accompany his three full length educational documentaries His first novel, Outlaws in Paradise, a dark, satirical take down of corporate America, has recently been completed and will be available in 2024. He is currently working on a second book about aging, Hell Can’t Wait Forever.

Fine Arts Oscar

Chicago Academy of Fine Arts and Friends

2010 Platinum Remi Award

WORLDFEST International Film Festival, Houston, TX

Grand Festival Award

2012 Berkeley International Film Festival, Berkeley, CA

Special Commendation

"Contributions to our education community” - County of Los Angeles

Bronze Anvil Award

Public Relations Society of America

2012 Platinum Remi Award

WORLDFEST International Film Festival, Houston, TX

Best Of Show 2004

Insurance Marketing and Communications Association

Certificate of Recognition

"Extraordinary Corporate and Community Achiever” - California Assembly

Best Director of Festival

2010 Chashama International Film Festival, NYC, NY

Grand Festival Award

2008 Berkeley International Film Festival, Berkeley, CA

Certificate of Appreciation

“Commitment to improving the lives of children through innovative educational programs” – LA Mayor Richard Riordan

Certificate of Recognition

“Outstanding achievements and tireless community service” - California State Senate

2008 Silver Remi Award

WORLDFEST International Film Festival, Houston, TX

Grand Festival Award

2010 Berkeley International Film Festival, Berkeley, CA

Certificate of Appreciation

“Outstanding work in the community” - LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa

Outstanding Corporate Community Leader Award

- Our Authors Study Club, Inc