originally published: 07/24/2025
Tricia Haggerty Wenz
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Montclair Film, New Jersey's leading film non-profit, announced that Tricia Haggerty Wenz will join the organization as Executive Director. A vibrant and experienced leader with decades of non-profit arts and film experience, Haggerty Wenz will begin in her new role with Montclair Film on September 2, 2025.
Prior to joining Montclair Film, Haggerty Wenz most recently served as the Director of Development for Real Art Ways in Hartford, Connecticut, where she worked for eight years as one of the organization’s key leaders, spearheading the organization’s fundraising efforts and first building acquisition and expansion project. Previously, she was the founder of Safe Harbors of the Hudson in Newburgh, NY, a non-profit with the mission of transforming lives and building communities through housing and the arts. During her thirteen years of leadership, she led a multimillion dollar development project that included the renovation of a historic building, the creation of Newburgh’s first contemporary arts gallery, the restoration of the historic Ritz Theater, and the development of live arts programming, all while providing safe, affordable housing for 128 adults, as well as a vibrant destination for the region.
Led by Montclair Film Trustee and Executive Committee member Sarah Barrack, Montclair Film enlisted Tom O'Connor Consulting Group to oversee a comprehensive executive search process. Ms. Haggerty Wenz’s appointment received unanimous support from the Montclair Film Search Committee, which was composed of members of the Board of Trustees and key staff.
“I am so honored and excited to be joining the dedicated team at Montclair Film during this pivotal moment in its history,” said Haggerty Wenz. “I look forward to collaborating with the board, staff, and community to build on Montclair Film’s extraordinary legacy and to contribute to its future growth, expanding its impact as a leader in film, storytelling, and community engagement."
“We are thrilled to welcome Tricia to Montclair Film” said Montclair Film Board President Evelyn Colbert. “Tricia’s passion for our mission and her deep experience in non-profit leadership will be critical assets for our organization’s growth and development. I can’t wait to collaborate with her as we continue to build upon Montclair Film’s commitment to the transformational power of cinema.”
Montclair Film, a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, seeks to transform lives and communities through the power of film and filmmaking. Montclair Film is home to the Montclair Film Festival, multi-screen cinemas The Clairidge and The Bellevue, and numerous community events and educational programs throughout the year. The 14th Annual Montclair Film Festival will take place from October 17-26, 2025. All programs are made possible with funds from the New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism, as well as the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Montclair Film provides unique and meaningful ways to engage with diverse, creative, and sophisticated audiences and seeks sponsors for its signature film festival and year-round film, education, and community programs that attract more than 100,000 annual attendees and generate more than 900 million media impressions yearly.
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