Michael Auletta is senior vice president of sales, marketing and services at Bauer. He has oversight of a global sales team working with customers in more than 80 countries and a customer service team supporting over 7,000 pieces of aircraft component test equipment worldwide.
What’s been your biggest professional accomplishment so far in your career?
My global sales growth strategy and strong relationship-building positioned Bauer to be selected as the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2025 National Exporter of the Year, New England Exporter of the Year and Connecticut Exporter of the Year.
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How are you involved in the community?
As an owner of Bauer, our family is proud to support nearly a dozen organizations in Connecticut through company sponsorships and service. I also previously served on the board of a children’s school, reflecting my long-standing commitment to giving back.
What do you like to do outside of work?
I enjoy golfing, cooking, spending time with family and trips to Nantucket.
Why do you deserve to be a 40 Under Forty?
• In my first two years of leading global sales, I’ve driven consecutive years of record revenue growth and international business expansion.
• My leadership in global sales positioned Bauer to achieve the SBA’s 2025 National Exporter of the Year award.
• As an expatriate in Singapore, I gained invaluable global leadership experience while expanding Bauer’s footprint in Asia.
Fun Fact: I spend more time in airports than at home!