"In my work, I take an enterprising approach to achieve an organization's goals, both short and long term. I am a constant advocate for my clients, fostering connections throughout the field to help uplift the institution's image. My transparency, diplomacy, and collaborative spirit enabled me to forge strong bonds with my teams, from part-time staff to board members." 

Mr. Escalante has an impressive nonprofit management background from New York City Ballet, where he worked as an Associate Director of Finance and Miami City Ballet as the Development Manager & Human Resources Director, and Ballet Florida, where he served as Executive Director from 2001 to 2004. He also led the Orlando Ballet from 2009 to 2011 as their Executive Director, and the José Limón Dance Foundation as their Executive Director from 2014.

Mr. Escalante holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Masters Degree in Global Management. He has chaired the national committee for small and medium companies for DanceUSA, and the Cultural Executive’s Committee for the Palm Beach County Cultural Council. Mr. Escalante currently serves on the Board of Dance NYC, and most recently completed the Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Management at the Harvard Business School.