Melissa Buxton

Melissa Buxton

Chief Financial Officer
Pronouns

she/her/hers

Describe what you do for Portland Opera

As CFO, I ensure the organization’s financial integrity and implement efficient processes that meet both internal and external needs. I focus on strategic financial planning to ensure a sustainable future, aligning resources with long-term organizational goals and meeting our mission.

When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Growing up I dreamed of using a typewriter, calculator and office supplies as a businesswoman.

In my free time, you can usually find me...

Attending live shows with my husband, reading, gardening, and spending time with my grown kids and dogs.

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