Personal
Commissioner Kruse grew up in Sarasota and moved to Manatee County in 2008. George has made a lifelong career in commercial real estate finance and affordable housing. George is married to Jess, the Director of Marketing and Operations for Feeding Empty Little Tummies (F.E.L.T.), and they have two children: Alexander and Olivia, who attend Parrish Community High School and Dr. Mona Jain Middle School, respectively, and are both active in travel sports in the area.