MUMBAI: Graham Leggat has stepped down as executive director of the San Francisco Film Society (SFFS), with immediate effect.
 
As the institution’s executive director, Leggat spearheaded a number of new initiatives including the most recent announcement that it would operate a theatre in San Francisco‘s Japantown neighborhood.

In a letter sent to his colleagues, Leggat cited health issues for his lraving the Society saying, "As you know, I have relished my leadership role in this dynamic, beloved organization. Unfortunately, health issues make it impossible for me to continue to serve effectively."
 
Leggat said that his position will transfer to the SFFS staff lead by Deputy Director Steven Jenkins and the organization’s Board of Directors.

Leggat was appointed executive director of the organization that hosts year-round programming including the annual San Francisco International Film Festival, the oldest in North America.
 
Prior to his appointment, he served as director of communications at the Film Society of Lincoln Center in New York.