Roth, who led the organization for 19 years, retired from the post in September.
The award will be presented at the 21st annualVES Awardson February 15 at The Beverly Hilton Hotel.
Thank you for placing your trust in me, for your friendship and for giving me this special honor.
Eric RothVisual Effects Society
I am forever grateful to be a part of this remarkable community.
As previously reported, producer-writer Gale Anne Hurd will be the recipient of the VES Lifetime Achievement Award.
