Dr. Michael Oberhauser may be new to nonprofit and conservation work, but he’s experienced with operations, administration, and collaboration. Michael was most recently the senior operations manager at Arts Laureate, a small recording company, where he handled much of the day-to-day business as the company grew from 5 employees to 55. Michael also founded the Silver Finch Arts Collective to produce new operas, and co-founded the District New Music Coalition to promote the performance and appreciation of contemporary music by connecting performers, composers, institutions, and audiences located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area through concerts, conferences, and active community-building.
Michael earned his doctorate in music composition. He loves to tell stories with his music, and works most frequently with vocalists and small chamber ensembles. He also occasionally sings with groups like Artifice Ensemble.