Carter, Charlotte

Chief Operating Officer at American Diabetes Association

Charlotte Carter is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at the American Diabetes Association (ADA).1 3 She is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in both non-profit and public accounting sectors.1

Professional Background

Charlotte joined the ADA in 1990 and has since held various leadership positions within the organization.1 3 As COO, she is responsible for:

Driving strategic initiatives
Managing financial resources
Ensuring operational efficiency and effectiveness of ADA's programs and services1

She oversees several divisions, including Procurement & Administrative Services, Convention Operations, Data Analytics, Financial Services, Human Resources, Information Technology & Services, Legal & Compliance, and Operations.1 3

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Wyoming in Laramie, Wyoming1 2
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)1 2

Career History

Prior Experience:: Before joining the ADA, Charlotte worked as a staff accountant at Ronald K. King, CPA.1 2 In this role, she was responsible for:

Compilation and tax preparation for individuals, partnerships, and corporations
Participating in the audit assurance team1 2

Skills and Expertise

Charlotte is known for her:

Strategic financial and operational leadership
Experience in business process redesigns
Implementation of financial systems
Strategic business planning and execution
Resource recruitment and allocation
Budgeting and designing key performance indicators (KPIs)1

With over 30 years of experience in the nonprofit industry, Charlotte Carter has established herself as a key figure in the American Diabetes Association's leadership team, contributing significantly to its mission of preventing and curing diabetes and improving the lives of people affected by the disease.1 3