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Joana Vicente is a Portuguese independent movie producer and executive. A prominent figure in the New York film industry, Vicente has produced over forty films with her producing partner and husband Jason Kliot.
Mar 22, 2024 · Joana Vicente, who led the Sundance Institute for two-and-a-half years, has stepped down and will explore new opportunities. Former Instagram exec Amanda Kelso has been named acting CEO and will oversee the strategic planning process.
- Matt Donnelly
Joana Vicente is the CEO of The Sundance Institute, starting November 1, 2021, leaving her charge as Executive Director and Co-Head of the Toronto International Film Festival. She previously served as the Executive Director of the Independent Filmmaker Project and the Made in NY Media Center by IFP.
Jan 23, 2024 · Sundance Institute CEO Joanna Vicente has addressed the possibility of a move for the Sundance Film Festival out of Park City, where it has taken place since the early ’80s. Vicente was the...
Mar 22, 2024 · Sundance Institute CEO Joana Vicente, who helped bring the beloved indie film festival back in person after the COVID pandemic shutdown, is stepping down, the nonprofit organization announced...
- josh.rottenberg@latimes.com
- Staff Writer
Apr 1, 2024 · Joana Vicente, who led Sundance Film Festival through the pandemic, has stepped down as CEO after less than three years. Sources say she faced scrutiny from the board of trustees over her fundraising abilities and the festival's financial recovery.
Jan 9, 2023 · In ‘How I Get It Done,’ we talk to successful women about managing their careers and their lives. Here, Sundance Institute CEO Joanna Vicente discusses preparations for the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, and her habits for achieving work-life balance.
