Mike Krauss

Mike Krauss is a seasoned operations and financial management professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles across arts and education organizations. Currently serving as the Sr. Director of Operations at SALT PRODUCTIONS since November 2023, Mike also operates as the Owner of Up & Away Solutions, providing consulting services focused on enhancing productivity through tailored workflows. Previous positions include Director of Academy Operations at Cincinnati Ballet, where process analysis and customer service excellence were prioritized, and Dean of Administrative & Financial Services at The Young Americans, where operational policies were successfully established to achieve regional accreditation. Mike's early career at institutions like the Orange County Performing Arts Center and The Young Americans involved budget management, program implementation, and extensive touring production experience. Mike holds a Master of Science in Higher Education Administration from Walden University and a Bachelor of Science in International Business from California State University, Long Beach.