Mike Derus

Mike Derus has a diverse range of work experience. Mike currently serves as the Director of Communications for Michael Rainville for Minneapolis City Council. Prior to this role, they were the President of Fulton Partners Copywriting, where they provided written content for small to mid-sized businesses. Mike has also held leadership positions, including Vice Chair at Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership and member of the CPED Development and Finance Committee at the City of Minneapolis. Additionally, they have been involved in political campaigns, serving as a candidate for Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board - At Large. Mike has experience in the banking industry, working as a Vice President and Sr. Commercial Relationship Manager at Wells Fargo and Vice President at Sunrise Banks. Mike has also contributed to community development efforts as the Regional Director of Business Development for MN at Community Reinvestment Fund. Mike is passionate about civic engagement and making a positive impact in their community.

From 1996 to 2000, Mike Derus attended Totino-Grace. No degree or field of study was specified during this time. Following that, from 2000 to 2004, they attended the University of Saint Thomas, where they earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus on Accounting and Finance.