Steven Slaff

Steven Slaff currently serves as the Senior Finance & Grants Manager for the Aspen Institute Financial Security Program, a position held since February 2024. Prior to this role, Steven was the Senior Director of Program Operations at Chautauqua Institution from July 2015 to February 2024, where responsibilities included managing and optimizing processes across various content programs. Additionally, Steven held the positions of Managing Director of Performing and Visual Arts and Managing Director of the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra, overseeing operations and finances for a prominent cultural institution. Earlier experience includes roles such as Assistant Artistic Administrator at the Aspen Music Festival and School, Production Coordinator at Bargemusic, and Orchestra Stage Manager at the University of Miami. Steven holds a Bachelor of Music from Oberlin College, a Master of Music from the University of Miami, and is pursuing an MBA from Boston University, expected to be completed in 2026.