The Human Cost of Austerity in Higher Education: When Leadership Becomes Crisis Management

The Human Cost of Austerity in Higher Education: When Leadership Becomes Crisis Management

by | May 23, 2025 | Alex Verdecchia, Alex Verdecchia Article, Article, Education, Non-Profit, + Public Entities, Education, Non-Profit, + Public Entities Article

The University Paradox “Universities aren’t businesses.” I paused. I’ve had this conversation before. “But they still have to balance budgets, pay employees, and keep the lights on. They can’t ignore financial reality.” “Sure, but a business exists to make money. A...
Strengthening Cash Control: How an Interim CFO Secured Funding Continuity for a Non-Profit

Strengthening Cash Control: How an Interim CFO Secured Funding Continuity for a Non-Profit

by | May 20, 2025 | Interim Leaders, Interim Financial Services Case Study, Interim Leaders Case Study, Julie Francis, Julie Francis Interim Case Study

The Company A Industry: Social Services A Entity Type: Non-Profit A Operating Region: Northeast A Size: $50M The PROBLEM The organization relied heavily on city and state grants, which are often delayed and documentation-intensive. Despite having a capable finance and...
McDermott + Bull Places Chief Financial Officer at University Settlement Society of New York

McDermott + Bull Places Chief Financial Officer at University Settlement Society of New York

by | May 15, 2025 | Sue Waterbury, Bryan Carter, Education, Non-Profit, + Public Entities Placement Announcement, Placement Announcement, Sue Waterbury Placement Announcement

McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Lisa Stein as Chief Financial Officer at University Settlement Society of New York. Lisa will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of fiscal strategy and performance, including budget planning, cash flow management, and...