Laurie Ward is a seasoned finance and operations professional with a Master of Business Administration in Finance from New York University and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Economics from Colgate University. With extensive experience in aligning strategic and financial planning in complex and high-growth organizations, Laurie prides herself in her strong financial modeling and presentation skills, as well as her ability to develop alternative profit streams.

Laurie has a proven track record of leading and mentoring high-performing teams and promoting collaboration and growth. She is passionate about creating creative learning opportunities for a diverse student population.

In her previous roles, Laurie served as Senior Director for Finance and Administration at Brown University's School of Public Health, Assistant Vice President of Budget, Planning & Analysis at Brown University, Associate Dean of Finance and Planning at the School of Professional Studies at Brown University, and Director of Finance and Administration and Manager of Accounting and Finance at Time Warner's NY1 News. She has also worked as a consultant and as a Senior Staff Accountant at Deloitte.

Currently, Laurie is focused on exploring new opportunities in the fields of finance, operations, and higher education. Her areas of expertise include financial planning, budgeting, and analysis, strategic planning, and team leadership. With her innovation, problem-solving, and pragmatic data-based decision-making skills, Laurie is well-equipped to make a meaningful impact in any organization she joins.