Thea Montañez

Thea Montañez has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Thea began their career as a Marketing Associate at MetroHartford Alliance in 2003. In 2005, they joined the Connecticut Convention Center as the Director of Operations, where they effectively managed the day-to-day operations and received notable accolades. From 2010 to 2013, Thea worked at The Hartford, taking on roles such as Director of Enterprise Communication Operations and Manager of Corporate Social Integration. In 2013, they started their own consulting firm, Montanez Consulting, LLC., specializing in community affairs and advising non-profit and public sector leaders. Thea then moved on to lead the North Hartford Promise Zone in 2015, working towards improving economic activity, education, public health, and reducing crime in high poverty communities. Thea joined the City of Hartford in 2016, serving as Chief of Staff and later becoming the Chief Operating Officer, overseeing various departments and managing a significant budget. Thea'sexpertise and experience have contributed to their success in these leadership roles.

Thea Montañez pursued their Bachelor of Science degree in Consumer Studies at Syracuse University. However, the specific start and end years for their education are not provided.