# Trista Schroeder Appointed General Counsel and COO of Sundance Institute

Trista Schroeder has been named General Counsel and Chief Operating Officer of the Sundance Institute, a dual role announced exclusively. She will oversee the nonprofit's legal affairs and operational strategy. This appointment is significant as Sundance is a leading force in independent film and artistic development.

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## Sources

### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/markets-festivals/trista-schroeder-named-chief-operating-officer-sundance-institute-1236824213/) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0000