Michael “Mike” McRae / On-The-Job Training Director
Mike McRae is the On-the-Job Training Director at Crescent Career Center, where he leverages his award-winning IT expertise to guide students in mastering real-world IT systems. With a rich background in help desk support, system administration, and project engineering, Mike has built a comprehensive knowledge base that he now shares with the next generation of IT professionals.
Known for his love of problem-solving, Mike excels at simplifying complex IT tasks, whether it's installing and deploying servers, setting up workstations, or managing Office 365 migrations. At Crescent Career Center, he focuses on providing students with hands-on experience, preparing them to excel in their future careers. His favorite tools, like VMware, remain integral to his training sessions, ensuring students are well-versed in industry-standard technology.
Mike enjoys camping, horseback riding, and exploring nature with his family outside of work. He treasures spending time with his wife and three adult children, often taking nature walks at state parks or riding along the Cascade River.
Lisa Loken / Owner and CEO
Being a female leader in the IT world showed me the true, limitless potential of this industry. To be a core resource in someone's professional development is so special to experience and fuels a passion that you want to carry out forever. Crescent Career Center is the beginning of your journey of success, it is up to you to achieve it.
Traci Leffner / President
As President at Crescent Career Center, Traci Leffner is committed to delivering the best IT learning experience possible. She is intrigued by all the goodness technology provides and wants every learner to understand what can be achieved with appropriate knowledge. She and her team are on a mission to minimize the fears and frustrations that often accompany IT-related learning and careers. They develop trust and long-lasting partnerships that are solid enough to carry them safely through any challenges that might arise.