Joffrey Ballet CEO Greg Cameron to Step Down in 2027 After Financial Turnaround

In December 2027, Greg Cameron, who has served as President and CEO of the Joffrey Ballet for 15 years, will resign. Under his leadership, the organization achieved financial stability and artistic growth. The board plans to engage a national firm to assist in finding his successor, who is anticipated to begin before the year ends. At 68, Cameron has been crafting his succession strategy for the past three years and intends to remain involved in Chicago's arts scene. Since 2013, he has successfully eliminated a budget deficit, created a $30 million endowment, and increased the operating budget from $13 million to approximately $33 million. He also managed the company's move to the Lyric Opera and fostered international collaborations while supporting emerging choreographers and enhancing dance education.