Michelle Kraus

Michelle Kraus has extensive experience in finance, technology, and government affairs, holding significant positions since 2000. Current roles include serving on the National Finance Committee for the Democratic National Committee and as Managing Partner at Technology and Politics, a global consulting group specializing in digital strategy and B2C marketing. Previous leadership roles include Head of Government Affairs at Hyperloop Transportation Technologies, Co-Founder and Board Member of US-Asia Innovation Gateway, and CEO of Carbon Tracing, Inc. Additionally, Michelle served as the National Finance Chair for John Kerry's presidential campaign and founded Accelerator Group, focusing on early-stage technology ventures. Michelle holds a PhD from Carnegie Mellon University and has completed a Master's degree (ABD) at the University of Michigan.