Chris Mannelli

Chris Mannelli is an experienced executive in the arts management sector, currently serving as Executive Director for The Huntington since November 2023. Prior roles include Executive Director at Geva Theatre Center from February 2016 to October 2023, Managing Director at Victory Gardens Theater from February 2011 to February 2016, and Deputy Director at Chicago Shakespeare Theater from September 2008 to February 2011. Additional experience includes positions as Managing Director and Interim Managing Director at HotCity Theatre and various roles at Victory Gardens Theater. Chris's educational background includes an Executive Scholars Program in Nonprofit Management from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, an MFA in Arts Leadership from DePaul University, and a bachelor's degree in Music Performance from SUNY Geneseo.