The 5th Avenue Theatre Appoints Katie Maltais as Managing Director
Tom O’Connor Consulting Group (TOCG) is pleased to announce that Katie Maltais (she/her) has been appointed Managing Director by The 5th Avenue Theatre (Bill Berry, Producing Artistic Director) in Seattle, Washington, following our extensive national search.
As shared in a release from the company, Katie Maltais was most recently the Managing Director of Stages in Houston, and previously served as Managing Director of Curious Theatre Company in Denver. Throughout her tenures as Managing Director, she has led by remaining steadfast to the core values of transparency, teamwork, and a commitment to anti-racist and anti-oppressive practices - values she will bring with her to her role at The 5th.
“Helming The 5th Avenue Theatre along with Bill is a dream come true,” said Maltais in a statement. “I have long followed the organization and admired its commitment to an artform I deeply love. I am looking forward to collaborating with this incredible team of staff, board, and artists to ensure the longevity and vibrancy of The 5th for generations to come. Downtown Seattle is going through a renaissance and I’m so eager to join city, business, and nonprofit leaders in forging opportunities for residents and visitors to find connection and joy in our community.”
“Katie’s unwavering dedication to nurturing sustainable organizations that foster the creation of art is truly inspiring,” said The 5th’s Producing Artistic Director, Bill Berry in the company’s statement. “Her boundless enthusiasm and unwavering belief in the transformative power of musical theater are forces to be reckoned with. I eagerly anticipate the journey ahead, partnering with her to fulfill The 5th’s mission in the years to come.”
“The 5th Avenue Theatre is a treasure! A national leader in the development of new musicals, while at the same time a Seattle historic jewel,” said Cynthia Fuhrman, VP of Executive Search. “The opportunity to partner with their board and staff in this significant leadership transition was an honor. Katie Maltais will be an exciting leader for their next chapter, working with Artistic Director Bill Berry, and building on the legacy of the remarkable Bernie Griffin as she enjoys retirement. Congratulations to all!”
TOCG is thrilled to continue our partnership with the 5th Avenue Theatre this fall, with the launch of their next strategic plan development with TOCG VP of Organizational Strategy Dr. Edie Demas.
About The 5th Avenue Theatre
The 5th Avenue Theatre aims to enrich the community by giving the Pacific Northwest a front-row seat to original powerhouse productions that go on to light up marquees and audiences all the way to Broadway. As the region’s largest performing arts employer, 5th Avenue spreads the joy of great musicals with people of all ages across the region, reaching 30,000 young people annually through their nationally acclaimed education programs. As of 2022, the theatre had a budget of approximately $23.6 million.
About Tom O’Connor Consulting Group
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