Christine Simmons currently serves as Chief Operating Officer of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. She is responsible for the day-to-day management and enhancement of the Academy’s internal organization and infrastructure and is leading the Academy’s first Office of Representation, Inclusion and Equity. Most recently, Simmons was a key member of the team that created Aperture 2025, an Academy initiative designed to expand diversity and inclusion standards within the organization. A proud UCLA graduate, she is completing her final year as an Alumni Regent on the UC Board of Regents. Her dedication to excellence and passion for giving back has earned her a number of honors, including the YMCA’s 2019 Brotherhood Award and being named to the LA Business Journal’s 2016, 2017 & 2018 list of 500 most influential people in Los Angeles.