CFO, BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL ORANGE COAST
WHY: Money chief who handles operational annual budget of about $5M for nonprofit programs serving over 9,500 young people ranging from preschool, through college and beyond. Committed to maximizing clubs’ budget to ensure continued growth. Authored first book in 2016, “It’s Not You, It’s Your Money.” IN THE NEWS: Named Outstanding CFO of a Not-for-Profit Organization at Business Journal’s 15th annual CFO of the Year Awards. Praised for modernizing organization’s finances while executing strategic plan over two years.
QUOTABLE: “It’s a full-circle moment for me to go from a kid playing basketball at the clubs to representing them on one of the highest stages in getting honored in this way.”