"Sundance Institute Faces Uncertain Future After CEO's Departure"
Joana Vicente, CEO of Sundance Film Festival, abruptly resigned after less than three years in the role, amid speculation about her fundraising abilities and scrutiny from the board of trustees. Despite her successful management of the festival's financial recovery and international expansion, Vicente's departure has raised questions about the board's leadership and long-term revenue strategy, as the organization faces ongoing challenges in the film festival landscape. The board has appointed former Instagram executive Amanda Kelso as interim CEO, with a CEO search expected to take nearly a year.